Bristol Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in South West England, United Kingdom
About Bristol
Bristol is the United Kingdom's eighth most populous city (approximately 466,000 in 2020) and the most populated city in South West England, making it a core city in England. It received a Royal Charter in 1155 and was granted county status in 1373. From the 13th century, for half a millennium, it ranked among the top four English cities (afterLondonand alongside York and Norwich) until the rapid rise ofLiverpool,BirminghamandManchesterduring the Industrial Revolution in the latter part of the 18th century. Bristol borders the counties of Somerset and Gloucestershire and is near the historic cities ofBathto the southeast,Gloucesterto the north andCardiff, the capital city ofWales, to the northwest. The city was built around the River Avon, and has a short coastline on the estuary of the Ri
Top Attractions in Bristol
Explore the best things to see and do in Bristol:
- ★Aerospace Bristol
- ★Alma Tavern Theatre
- ★Anson Rooms
- ★Arnolfini
- ★Arnolfini Gallery
- ★Ashton Court Estate
- ★Black Swan
- ★Blaise Castle Estate
Where to Eat in Bristol
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Adelina Yard
- 🍴Beirut Mezze
- 🍴Bertha's Pizza
- 🍴BOX-E
- 🍴Bulrush
- 🍴Casamia
Where to Stay in Bristol
- 🏨Arnos Manor Hotel
- 🏨Avon Gorge Hotel
- 🏨Backwell House
- 🏨Berkeley Suites Bristol
- 🏨Bristol Backpackers
- 🏨Brooks Guesthouse
Bristol Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 14 sections including: