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Turn to our map section starting on page 68 Welcome & contents Welcome to Bristol
I am pleased to Bristol by area welcome you to Harbourside 12 our lively and City Centre & Old City 22 diverse city. Clifton 34 Beyond the Centre 40 Beyond the city Bristol is an outward-looking city that’s open to all, South Gloucestershire which is why we attract millions of visitors from all & South Cotswolds 48 over the world every year to our great range of activities, sights and family-friendly events. North Somerset 54 Bath 58 There are many things which make Bristol special: from the people who live here to the place itself, and at the heart of it is our cultural diversity and other pages independent spirit. 91 different languages are spoken in the city and our many vibrant local Weekend highlights 4 communities play important roles in defining our 2018 events 6 identity. Bristol prides itself on being an inclusive place – one which works hard to address the News & events 8 challenges of city life. We are also leading the Getting around & tours 63 way with highly productive creative and tech sectors and our many innovative city projects reflect Maps 68
our independent flair and entrepreneurial spirit. Translated pages 73
I hope you enjoy your visit.
Marvin Rees Mayor of Bristol
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4 visitbristol www.visitbristol.co.uk Turn to our map section starting on page 68 Weekend highlights
Day one Explore the latest Grab a coffee by the Harbourside and visit M dining in Cargo’s cool Shed, a museum telling Bristol’s story, before container restaurants on checking out the latest exhibition at Arnolfini, one the Harbourside before of Europe’s leading centres for contemporary arts. a nightcap at The Milk Lunch at Watershed or No. 1 Harbourside – both Thistle (pictured right) or overlook the water and have outdoor seating. King Street Brew House, Walk via Millennium Square or take a ferry to or check out the city’s Brunel’s SS Great Britain, the world’s first luxury legendary live music cruise liner, fully-restored to its Victorian glory. scene and top DJ sets in Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the the pubs and clubs. ship and don’t miss the chance to Go Aloft or visit the new Being Brunel museum. Wander down Day three historic King Street to Bristol Old Vic, the UK’s Start the day exploring the galleries and latest longest continuously working theatre. exhibitions at Bristol Museum and Art Gallery and End a day of exploring with some relaxation. the esteemed Royal West of England Academy Swim in the outdoor pool, pop in the spa and nearby. For lunch, take your pick from the much- eat fine food in The Lido or try sister restaurant loved vendors at St Nick’s Market in the Old City. Glassboat, which serves up fantastic food and Before you leave, don’t miss the amazing equally fantastic views of the Harbourside. street art in various areas of the city, including North Street in Bedminster and Stokes Croft, Day two best discovered on a street art tour. Or end Head up to Clifton for the Suspension Bridge your trip on a high by seeing a real-life and fascinating Visitor Centre. Then browse Concorde at Aerospace Bristol. In fact, two the independent shops before having lunch at nights might not be enough… one of the many great restaurants and cafés in Clifton Village. Handy travel tips In the afternoon, meet the wildlife at Bristol Maximise your time in the city by following Zoo Gardens or pop into the University of these pointers Bristol Botanic Garden and after, head to Cabot Tower on Brandon Hill for fantastic city Arrive early. Make the most of your weekend views. Pop into St George’s Bristol or Colston by checking in on Friday afternoon. Hall (pictured below) to hear world-class Get organised. Book restaurants or tours in musicians and performers and visit their new advance – popular spots can get very busy. exhibition. Then time for a spot of retail therapy Leave the car at home. Walking, cycling, ferry, bus in Bristol’s Shopping Quarter (pictured below), and local trains are the best ways to get around. home to Harvey Nichols. Be tour savvy. Take an open-top bus tour and see all the sights in one hit. Stay longer. Here for business? Why not add on time to get out and explore this wonderful city. Here for the weekend? Tag on Sunday for a great value extra night and a lazy Monday morning.
For more ideas plus details of amazing festivals and events year-round, go to www.visitbristol.co.uk
5 Events 2018 Events You'll find a festival or event dedicated to everything from swing to cycling and cricket to crime. For the most up-to-date information on what's happening in Bristol this year, please visit www.visitbristol.co.uk
January • M ayfest • V alley Fest • S lapstick Festival • S pike Island Open Weekend • Wildlife Photographer • V egFest September of the Year • Bristol Open Doors Days June • C ircus 250 (until Oct) February • Bristol & Bath Festival of Nature • E ncounters Short Film Festival • C hinese New Year • Bristol Comedy Garden • G reat Bristol Half Marathon • T he City of Games • Bristol Food Connections • T he Downs Festival • Wicked • Bristol Refugee Festival • T he Palace Film Festival • Bristol Sounds • T ouching the Void Premiere March • Bristol Volksfest • T okyo World • Bristol Bluegrass Festival • D ogFest • Bristol International Jazz • Forest Live October & Blues Festival • G rillstock • Black History Month • Bristol Swing Dance Festival • IT 20 Women’s Cricket • Bristol Film Festival: Autumn • British Dal Festival • Let’s Rock Bristol • Bristol Radical Film Festival • T he Cherry Orchard • D ocks Heritage Weekend July • S imple Things April • A mericana Festival • Wildscreen Festival • Bristol Folk Festival • BB C Woman's Hour Craft Prize • Wildlife Photographer of the • Bespoked Cycle Festival • Bristol Harbour Festival Year (until March) • Bristol Swing Festival • Bristol Shakespeare Festival • G rayson Perry: The Vanity of • C inema Rediscovered November Small Differences (until June) • G rillstock • C ary Grant Festival • S ubmerge Festival • G romit Unleashed 2 • C hristmas Markets • IT 20 England vs India Cricket and Events begin May • Pride Week • D ay of the Dead • Badminton Horse Trials • S t Paul’s Carnival • D iaspora Festival • Bristol Film Festival: Summer • T hai Fest • Longleat Festival of Light • Bristol Music Exhibition • U pfest (until Oct) December • Bristol Walk Fest August • A Christmas Carol • C rimefest • 40th Bristol International • Bristol Film Festival: Winter • D ot to Dot Festival Balloon Fiesta • Bristol Palestine Film Festival • Foodies Festival • Bristol Islamic Cultural Fayre • C hristmas markets and events • G reat Bristol 10k • G romit Unleashed 2 • C inderella
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6 visitbristol www.visitbristol.co.uk Clockwise from top: Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, Christmas markets, Bristol Summer Series and Bristol Harbour Festival ermissions and licences at the time o f going to p ress ( D ecem b er 2017). at as man y events are still su b ject to p ermissions and licences b e f ore y ou travel Please check f or u p dates
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NEWS & EVENTS From world-leading film festivals to city-spanning art installations, find a wealth of activities and events taking place across Bristol throughout the year Gromit Unleashed 2
In its third major arts trail with Academy Award® - winning animation studio Aardman, Bristol Children’s Hospital Charity, Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal, has revealed that three iconic characters will take to the streets of Bristol in the summer of 2018. Gromit will be joined by his pal Wallace and arch nemesis Feathers McGraw, with over 60 sculptures of this much- loved trio set to take the city by storm. All will be designed by established artists and local talent, with some big names due to be unveiled soon. Encounters Festival. Below left: Gromit Unleashed 2 The trail promises to be bigger and better than ever with exciting themes of technology and innovation so watch this space. You have from UNESCO City of Film 2 July until 2 September to find as many of them as you can. The sculptures will raise money for Did you know that Bristol is a major Bristol Children’s Hospital and the Special Care production base for film and TV? In fact, it has Baby Unit at St Michael’s Hospital. been named a UNESCO City of Film. It is a popular filming location, thanks to its diverse architecture, support from the Bristol Film Office and the available facilities including The Bottle Yard Studios – the largest dedicated film and TV studio facility in the West of England. Check out some of the iconic film locations and available tours at VisitBristol.co.uk. The city is also home to a number of film festivals, outdoor screenings and events, including Bristol Slapstick Festival, Cary Grant Festival, Bristol Film Festival, Afrika Eye, Bristol Bad Film Club, Encounters Festival and Wildscreen, one of the industry’s most prestigious festivals celebrating the best natural world storytellers from across the globe.
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The Harbourside bustling bars, first-rate restaurants & family fun
History of the harbour oodles of popular Bristol’s history as a trading port stretches back to 1051 when it was listed in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. By the14th restaurants & bars century, the city was trading with Spain, Portugal and Iceland, and ships were also leaving Bristol to found new modern art colonies in the New World. Bristol’s history as part of the triangular slave trade is well documented and features in an & indie movies exhibition at M Shed, the museum telling the story of Bristol. In 1809 Bristol was transformed by the opening of the Floating Harbour to overcome the challenge of the second fun-filled highest tidal range in the world. After two centuries as a family attractions busy commercial port it has now been transformed into an amazing leisure destination full of visitor attractions, boat trips, water sports, restaurants and bars. gorgeous waterside
Fantastic attractions views & walks The best way to get to know the Floating Harbour is by boat. A number of companies operate ferry rides and themed cruises on the water, including wildlife spotting trips with local experts. Back on dry land, Millennium Square is a lovely spot where you’ll find children paddling in the fountains during the warmer months and free film screenings on Big Screen Bristol. While you’re there, pop into We The Curious for a fantastic afternoon of hands-on science experiments and creativity. Alternatively, head to Bristol Aquarium (almost next door) to meet Bolt, the electric eel, 1. The bustling tropical rays, seahorses, pufferfish, piranhas and plenty more. Harbourside market 1 The area is rich in museums and galleries, including M Shed, takes place each weekend, 2. Find Spike Island and Arnolfini, home to contemporary arts. restaurants and bars No visit to Bristol would be complete without visiting one of 2 of every ilk along its famous ships – Brunel’s SS Great Britain and The Matthew. the water's edge, 3. Pero's Bridge was Turn to page 14 to find more must-visit destinations on 3 designed by artist the Harbourside. Eilis O'Connell
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unmissable 2. Bristol Aquarium Meet tropical marine harbour hotspots and freshwater creatures from around the world, From ferry boat rides to hands-on science all living in naturally experiments, there’s plenty of fun to pack into themed habitats. a visit to our historical Harbourside
Tourist 1. Brunel’s Information SS Great Britain centre Explore Brunel’s engineering masterpiece from the top of the ship’s rigging to the sumptuous first-class dining saloon. New museum Being Brunel opens in 2018 to celebrate the life and work of the engineer. i 2 3 1
4 3. We The Curious 6 A space to ask 4. The Matthew questions and get Take a trip on the creative. Brimming replica of the boat with exhibits to fire sailed by John Cabot up your curiosity and when he discovered 5 home to the UK’s only Newfoundland in 1497. 3D Planetarium.
6. M Shed Films, photographs, 5. Underfall interactive exhibits and Yard displays tell the story of Working Bristol and its place in the boatyard with world, from prehistoric visitor centre times to the present day. and café.
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Cultural highlights
Architecture Centre Ferry trips & tours Independent organisation Ferry companies operate championing better buildings trips and cruises around the and places for everyone. Find Harbourside and beyond. free exhibitions on architecture You can take a guided tour and design plus plenty of talks on anything from street art to and workshops. pirates – see page 66.
Arnolfini M Shed An internationally renowned This social history museum contemporary art gallery with shares the city’s amazing past exhibitions, performances, through the objects and stories rebecca hall screenings, talks and music. of the people who have made huffington post the place what it is today. Bristol Harbour The city has a relaxed, Festival Spike Island laid back vibe along the Music, dance, circus and A working art and design waterfront with the old on-the-water activities at this studio with its own café, shop warehouses converted into free festival, which takes place and gallery, which hosts a restaurants, gastro pubs every July. Great markets too. vibrant programme of events. and the old cranes from the docks all lit up at night, it’s Create Centre Watershed quite special. Create Centre and Ecohome Popular arts cinema and promotes environmental digital creativity centre with a awareness with a programme fantastic café and bar serving of changing exhibitions, events a variety of breakfast, lunch and activities. and evening meals.
Bristol's beautiful Floating Harbour. Above (inset): Pero's Bridge
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Food & Drink favourites
SPIKE ISLAND CAFÉ Paco Tapas & Pi Shop Local, organic, sustainable, Two restaurants from the team ethical food. behind Casamia: the first has just been awarded a Michelin Cargo star and serves traditional These repurposed containers tapas, the latter sourdough are home to restaurants, bars pizza and ice cream. and shops like Bristol Cider Shop and Better Food. The River Grille greg dickinson Lovely Harbourside views Casamia and seasonal dishes. rough guides Family-run Michelin-starred Unlike some of the similar restaurant. The Stable pop-up shipping container Award-winning pizzas and retail yards plonked in Glassboat more than 60 types of cider. cities across the UK and An elegant restaurant on a across Europe, the Cargo converted barge. Steak of the Art development in Wapping Serving fine cuts in a gallery- Wharf fits in perfectly with The Grain Barge style setting. the area’s maritime heritage. Drink locally brewed beer aboard a boat. Three Brothers Burgers Burgers and hot dogs with Mud Dock craft beer, shakes, sundaes cycleworks & Café and floats. Nutritious seasonal food. Za Za Bazaar No.1 Harbourside The UK’s largest restaurant Top-notch food and nightly live dishes up a variety of buffet- music plus a weekly market. style global cuisine.
Glassboat restaurant. Above (inset): Cargo
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City Centre & Old City bags of character & culture in the heart of bristol
Architecture & entertainment craft beer, street A few minutes’ walk from the Harbourside, the Old City is bursting with character, its cobbled streets and alleyways food & fine dining lined with some of Bristol’s oldest buildings. Architecture and entertainment in equal doses are found on King huge shopping Street and Queen Square. The former is home to a world- class theatre and the craft beer pubs of the ‘Beermuda district & mar kets Triangle’ while the latter, lined with elegant Regency townhouses, is a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city. Welsh Back, which runs between the two, is a great spot Historical landmarks for waterfront dining. & flagship museums
High-street and high-end shops Climb the mighty hill of Park Street to explore a variety world-class theatres of independent, high-end and high-street shops, cafés & concert halls and bars. The road is overlooked by the Wills Memorial Building, home to the University of Bristol. Near the top of Park Street is Cabot Tower, a free local landmark with inspiring city views which sits on Brandon Hill, the oldest park in Bristol. Stroll to the bottom of the road to see Banksy’s Well-Hung Lover opposite City Hall. On the other side you’ll find College Green, a popular picnic spot for locals, as is Castle Park near Bristol Shopping Quarter. The medieval Christmas Steps lead to creative traders of all stripes. There’s a museum, pubs, café, restaurants and various artisan shops. 2 Vibrant nightlife 1. The wonderful 1 Wills Memorial There are a variety of LGBT bars and clubs in the West Building overlooking End gay village off Park Street and Pride Week takes Park Street, 2. The place each July. Beer drinkers are spoiled for choice on cobbled streets of Christmas Steps, King Street and speakeasy-style cocktail bars cater for 3 3. Live music at the sophisticated tastes. Old Duke
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Cultural highlights
Bristol Old Vic St George’s Bristol Located on King Street, this is An elegant concert hall known the oldest continuously working for its outstanding acoustics theatre in the country. BOV with a varied programme has just completed a multi- taking in classical to world million pound redevelopment. music sounds.
Bristol Cathedral Colston Hall This city centre cathedral is a The South West’s premier rare example of a ‘hall church’ concert venue presents and a popular film location – a diverse programme of the idealist take a Wolf Hall tour. live music and comedy. It city guide begins its multi-million pound Bristol Hippodrome transformation in summer The city has become a Cary Grant started his career 2018 and will host off-site cathedral to the youthful, at this historical theatre, which events during this period. creative and artistic through plays host to West End hits its array of live music and comedy greats. Historic Houses venues, cafés, collectives Glimpse into Bristol’s past and street art. St Mary Redcliffe at fabulous historic houses, This church, a masterpiece of including The Georgian Gothic architecture has been House Museum and The standing for 800 years. Red Lodge Museum.
Colston Hall's impressive foyer. Above (inset): a Harbourside busker
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Food & Drink favourites
Bistro du Vin The Old Duke A menu inspired by French Much-loved pub hosting live home cooking and exceptional music every night of the week. wine at Hotel du Vin. The Ox Friska Famed for sensational steaks Dishes made using responsibly- and cocktails. sourced ingredients. Pata Negra Graze Bar & Chophouse Authentic Spanish tapas and Sophisticated British pub fare wine bar with killer cocktails at on Queen Square. upstairs Noche Negra. simon horsford daily telegraph Llandoger Trow Pinkmans Believed to have been the This bakery is known for its Dating back to 1743, St inspiration for the Admiral naughty sourdoughnuts. Nicholas Market is the city’s Benbow in Treasure Island. best. With its fine Georgian St Nicholas Markets architecture, ‘St Nicks’ is home The Jetty Restaurant at Home to various food stalls to an array of permanent Bristol Harbour Hotel including Pieminister pies and stalls selling everything from Delicious dishes in the former Source Food Hall & Café. second-hand books to reggae banking hall and after-dinner LPs and bike equipment with drinks at Gold Bar. Swoon food stalls offering pies, Dreamy homemade gelato. Moroccan dishes, ice creams The Milk Thistle and cakes. Late-night cocktails at this The Rummer atmospheric speakeasy. First-rate cocktails and food.
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SACRED Bristol Explore beautiful architecture and rich history at these places of worship. For more information on places of worship for all faiths, go to www.visitbristol.co.uk
1. St James Priory St James Priory is the city’s oldest church. Dating back to 1129 it has been used 2. St John on the Wall as a place of worship for St John on the Wall was built almost 900 years. into the original city walls in the 12th century and features beautiful Jacobean fittings. Visitor interpretation helps uncover its history.
3. The Lord 1 Mayor’s Chapel The Lord Mayor’s 4 Chapel on College 2 4. John Wesley’s Green, directly 3 Chapel opposite Bristol John Wesley’s Chapel ‘The Cathedral, is hidden New Room’ is the oldest away behind an 5 Methodist building in the unassuming entrance. world. It opened a fantastic 6 new multimedia visitor centre in 2017. Further Methodist heritage trails can be found in nearby South 5. Bristol Cathedral Gloucestershire. A place of worship has been on this site near College Green for over 1,000 years. A popular film location for costume dramas including Wolf 6. St Mary Redcliffe Hall and The White Princess. Beautiful Grade I-listed church St Mary Redcliffe is described as a masterpiece of Gothic architecture with a soaring spire that reaches 89 metres into the sky.
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1. Cabot Circus Enjoy all sorts of shopping amazing shops, restaurants and destinations entertainment under one dramatic shell- Use our map to discover the wealth of markets, shaped roof. independents and high-street stores Bristol has to offer.
3. The Arcade 1 Step back in time and explore 2. Quakers Friars this Grade II-listed Victorian High-end shopping around shopping arcade with its 2 a European-style piazza. boutique shops and cafés. 4 3
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4. Broadmead 5. The Galleries This pedestrianised Discover over 80 interesting street is your one-stop stores plus a great family- shop for high-street friendly Food Court. names like Marks & 6 Spencer and Primark.
6. St Nicholas Markets St Nick’s glass-covered market dates back to the1700s and has over 90 independents. Its other markets on Corn Street and beyond include the Nails Market and St Nicholas Night Market. 8
7 8. Harbourside Market This community of foodies, makers, musicians, artists and 7. Park Street & traders meet along the The Triangle Harbourside every Saturday Popular with students for and Sunday from 10am-4pm its vintage shops and to sell clothing, jewellery, independent labels. books, art and more.
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Just a few minutes’ walk from Bristol Shopping Quarter is Old Market, an independent and bohemian area that is Late-night bars, home to a friendly gay village with vibrant nightlife. Steeped clubs & cabarets in history, Old Market is a unique and fascinating district, centrally located and well-served by public transport. As its name suggests, it was the main market street for Bristol One-of-a-kind dating back to Norman times. It is blessed with a rare mix shops & galleries of eclectic buildings that tell many stories. Now it is home to a host of independent businesses including a wide variety of shops, galleries, cafés, bars, restaurants and even Bristol’s Heart of Bristol’s largest independent department store, Gardiner Haskins. Bristol City Centre has been awarded Purple Flag status, LGBT community recognising a well-managed night-time economy. Old Market contributes to this in many different ways especially with the diversity of the area. If you want cabaret, live music, world food or a quiet pub, Old Market has it all. For live music, performances and more, try the Trinity Centre (pictured) or the Old Market Assembly, home to a restaurant, café, bakery, bar and The Wardrobe Theatre. Old Market is well known for its strong connections to the LGBT community and popular venues include The Gin Palace and the Old Market Tavern.
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CLIFTON fine dining, Georgian buildings & one GURT big bridge
Village experience Buzzing cafe Elegant, leafy and filled with chic boutiques, cosy cafés and Georgian buildings, Clifton is one of Bristol’s most beautiful culture places to visit. The area is home to Clifton Suspension Bridge, a stunning structure designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel Fancy shops & and completed in 1864. The bridge is free to walk and cycle across (cars chargeable) and offers magnificent views of the bijou boutiques Avon Gorge. The visitor centre on the Leigh Woods side is open daily. Clifton Village is filled with shops and places to eat. The Victorian Clifton Arcade houses an array of bijou world-famous stores. The Lido, on Oakfield Place, has been fully restored bridge & zoo and offers year-round outdoor swimming, spa treatments and award-winning dining. In Clifton, you'll also find Bristol Zoo Gardens, which is home to 12 acres of gardens and more Huge green than 400 species of exotic animals. spaces & gardens
Green spaces The Downs is a huge area of protected parkland on the northern fringes of Clifton. It's home to the University of Bristol Botanic Garden and hosts various annual events. Just across Clifton Suspension Bridge is Ashton Court, a wonderful location for walking, jogging, golf, cycling and annual events, including the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta. Companies like Bristol Balloons and Bailey Balloons offer flights from here. Take a guided mountain bike ride with Pedal Progression, walk through the trees of Leigh Woods and abseil and climb the Avon Gorge with Adventurous Activity 2 Company. A short stroll away is Clifton Village – recently 1. Swim all year 1 round at the Lido, 2. awarded a Silver Gilt in the Urban Community section of the Isambard Kingdom Britain in Bloom nationals – which boasts an adventure play Brunel's Clifton park for families and picnickers and is just a five-minute walk Suspension Bridge, 3. Clifton Arcade is from the zoo. For some quiet time, try The Mall Gardens – a 3 home to charming little oasis in the heart of the village. bijou stores
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Food & DRINK favourites
CAU The Lido Meat lovers are spoilt Mediterranean and Middle for choice at this stylish Eastern-inspired menu. Argentinian restaurant. No.4 Clifton Village The Clifton Sausage Award-winning à la carte at Modern British food in a cosy The Rodney Hotel. and relaxed setting. Racks Bar & Kitchen Cowshed A top spot for Sunday roasts. Bringing quality countryside cuts to an urban audience. The River Cottage rhiannon batten Canteen olive magazine Heartfelt Vintage Seasonal, wild food from With its hippy leanings and A gorgeous vintage boutique Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s focus on foraged, fermented and tearoom. talented team. and home-cured ingredients, Bristol is a hotbed of culinary Hyde & Co souk kitchen talent, home to a fresh new Bristol’s original prohibition bar Middle Eastern dining crop of buzzy, forward- serves fabulous cocktails in and delicatessen. focused restaurants stylish surroundings. White Lion Bar The Ivy Clifton Brasserie This terrace has incredible The first Ivy outside London views of Clifton Suspension is right at home in beautiful Bridge and is a popular spot Clifton Village. for visitors year-round.
Pinkman's Bakery on Park Street. Above (inset): Eat A Pitta
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www.visitbristol.co.uk @visitbristol 41 Clockwise: Room 212, the independent shops of Gloucester Road and Gloucestershire County Cricket Club Gloucester Road Independent shops, cafés galore & buzzing nightlife
Just beyond the railway arches is Gloucester Road, reputedly the longest independent shopping street independent in Europe. Nearby St Andrews Park has children’s shopping district playgrounds and open spaces while Gloucestershire County Cricket Club hosts regular fixtures, including the international T20 England vs India and the IT20 Tri-Series, pubs, bars which will see England’s women’s world cup winners & Live music return to play in the city in 2018. Bristol Rovers play their home fixtures at the Memorial Stadium. On Gloucester Road, Joe’s Bakery makes tasty craft loaves and cakes international and Bakers & Co is amazing for brunch. Atomic Burger is a great family-friendly spot and Pizzarova serves cricket fixtures sensational sourdough. Beer enthusiasts will love The Wellington's range of Bath Ales and The Drapers Arms' focus on small local producers. For live music, try The Gallimaufry or The Golden Lion.
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Stokes croft
Take a stroll around Stokes Croft to see some of Bristol’s best street art, including Banksy’s famous Mild Mild West. The Cube Microplex on Dove Street is a cinema and arts venue presenting film, music and cabaret. Some of the city’s most famous music clubs are based here, including Lakota and the Blue Mountain, and there is plenty of live music to be found in the bars and pubs. Cheltenham Road, which joins Stokes Croft and Gloucester Road, is home to interesting shops, cafés and restaurants. In Stokes Croft you’ll find pie purveyors Pieminister, Jamaican cuisine at Rice and Things, tapas at Poco and ethical cooking and free live music at The Canteen. In Montpelier, Jamaica Street Stores has a dedicated raw menu and knock up a great roast while Cox & Baloney Tea Rooms delivers a vintage afternoon tea experience plus food and cocktails in the evening.
St Mar k’s Road
Small but thriving street in Easton boasting award-winning restaurants, cafés and independent shops (including the legendary Bristol Sweet Mart and East Bristol Bakery). Get there by train, Bristol Sweet Mart alighting at Stapleton Road station. www.visitbristol.co.uk @visitbristol 43
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Southville & Bedminster Independent shops, markets, restaurants and bars
Bustling & independent City FC and Bristol Rugby, while climbers can tackle North Street offers an enviable mix of independent state-of-the-art Redpoint, which is based in an old shops, cafés, bars, restaurants and markets. The cinema. Each July North Street hosts Upfest, the Tobacco Factory Theatres stage Shakespeare, largest urban art festival in Europe, which features opera, Christmas shows, stand-up, puppetry artists from across the globe – one reason why and dance. The adjoining Café Bar also hosts a North Street is also a fantastic outdoor gallery of number of events while serving up good food and amazing street art. Bristol Beer Factory brews. The area is a haven for shoppers and foodies who flock to the strip for Food & drink favourites stores like the Southville Deli, which sells fair trade, Mark’s Bread is the locals’ favourite for baked treats organic and wholefoods, as well as the Sunday and the Lounge cooks brilliant breakfasts. The Old morning market at the Tobacco Factory. Bookshop on North Street offers small plates while Souk Kitchen specialises in Lebanese cuisine. If you Activities & events fancy pub grub in front of the biggest indoor screen Windmill Hill City Farm in Bedminster is a voluntary in the country, try Ashton Gate Sports Bar & Grill. community project that runs social, environmental For pre-theatre dining, head to the Tobacco and educational activities alongside seasonal Factory Café Bar or the Thali Café for Indian events. Victoria Park has a wonderful children’s play street food. The Hen & Chicken is known for its area and offers great views of the city. Sports fans tasty pizza and stand-up shows while Birch has a can get their fix at Ashton Gate, home to Bristol beautifully executed menu.
Clockwise: Thali Café, Upfest and The Old Bookshop. Top: Ashton Gate
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Blaise Castle House Museum and Estate is a 19th-century mansion set in 400 acres of parkland and is home to the city’s social history collection. Collect a key from Blaise Castle to access the nearby Kings Weston Roman Villa. Pop across to the National Trust’s Blaise Hamlet – charming 19th-century cottages centred around a ‘village’ green complete with its own pump.
Fishponds & Frome Valley
Fishponds Road is a thriving high street popular with locals. Oldbury Court is a beautiful and diverse estate, combining woodland and riverside paths with historic parkland and children’s play facilities. Beyond the parkland, you can follow the path down to the River Frome, where trails lead towards Frenchay and its Village Museum or, in the other direction, towards Snuff Mills.
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Arnos Vale
Arnos Vale is home to The Original Bristol Blue Glass Factory and Shop. Bristol Blue Glass has been famous in the city for the past four centuries and today skilled glassmakers keep the tradition alive at this thriving business. Directly opposite is Arnos Vale Cemetery, the final resting place for some of Bristol’s most notable citizens since opening in 1837. The site offers an insight into the era of Victorian extravagance and provides a haven for wildlife spotting and leisurely strolls with trail maps available.
Avon Valley
Avon Valley Railway at Bitton offers steam train rides throughout the year while more fun can be found at Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park near Keynsham, an attraction spanning 50 acres of beautiful countryside with indoor and outdoor play areas plus many farm animals and exotic species. Cruises along the River Avon run to Beese’s Bar and Tea Gardens as well as day trips to Bath in the spring and summer with Avon River Cruises and Bristol Packet Boat Trips. The popular Bristol and Bath Railway Path also runs through the valley.
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South Gloucestershire & South Cotswolds rural & urban activities
Market towns Friendly & cosy Picturesque medieval market towns and villages are dotted around the countryside to the north and east of Bristol. country pubs The town of Thornbury dates back to 896 and is home to Thornbury Castle, where King Henry VIII stayed with Anne Shoppers’ paradise Boleyn in 1535. The High Street is filled with independent shops and gastropubs and the nearby Mundy Playing Fields at Cribbs Causeway offer facilities for children including a paddling pool. The Tourist Information Centre is in Thornbury’s Town Hall. The charming market town of Chipping Sodbury was founded attractions AND in the 12th century and features medieval architecture and ACTIVITIES galore 17th-century Cotswold stone. The Tourist Information Centre is in the clock tower on the High Street. home of concorde Rural activities The countryside of South Gloucestershire plays host to the prestigious Badminton Horse Trials, which take place every May, while the magnificent Kendleshire Golf Club offers golfers the chance to play 27 holes. Walkers and cyclists can enjoy many traffic-free routes along the National Cycle Network, including a popular stretch which links Bristol and Bath along a disused railway path, passing through Warmley, with its historic signal box and tea gardens. Just north of the district is beautiful Berkeley Castle.
Shopping destinations Just off the M5 motorway at junction 17 is The Mall at 1 Cribbs Causeway, a large shopping centre with free parking 1. The picturesque and regular bus services. It is home to John Lewis, Marks & town of Thornbury Spencer and a host of high-street fashion favourites as well dates back to 896, as a number of eating and entertainment establishments. The 2. Westonbirt, The 2 National Arboretum, towns themselves also have a lovely range of independent 3 3. family fun at shops and boutiques, perfect for leisurely perusing. Aerospace Bristol.
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attractions galore
Aerospace Bristol Old Down See Concorde Alpha Foxtrot in Country Park situ at this brand new museum, Fun family days out await at which tells the story of Bristol’s this country park with adventure world-class aerospace industry. playground, pets corner, walled garden and more. Airhop Bristol The world's biggest trampoline Westonbirt, The park is filled with wall-to-wall National Arboretum bouncing, foam pits and Discover more than 15,000 tree battle beams. specimens from all over the world and enjoy events and workshops. Berkeley Castle Take a tour of the castle, which Wild Place Project dates back to 1117 and is still A fun, family attraction that simon horsford the home of the Berkeley family, provides adventure, play daily telegraph then explore the butterfly house and learning. and extensive gardens. Numerous exhibits – WWT Slimbridge such as flight simulators Cattle Country Wetlands Centre and interactive options – Adventure Park Award-winning home to water show [Aerospace Bristol] Lots of lovely animal encounters to voles, waders and the world’s is most definitely not just be had with guinea pigs, lambs, largest collection of swans, aimed at “plane spotters”. deer, ducks and more. geese, ducks and flamingos.
Food and drink favourites
Alveston House Bramley & Gage Enjoy a relaxed meal in elegant Visit this family-run business to surroundings near Thornbury. learn about gin making on the 6 O’Clock Gin Distillery Tour. Bath Ales Brewery Shop Buy bottles of the brewer’s The Swan popular tipples in Warmley or Gorgeous, friendly country pub in take a behind-the-scenes tour. Swineford serving unpretentious food and Bath Ales brews. Berwick Lodge Tuck into a classic afternoon tea Thornbury Castle out in the garden or in front of the Fine local food in baronial dining Thornbury Castle fireplace in Almondsbury. rooms or down in the dungeons!
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North Somerset beautiful coastlines, villages & seaside towns
The rolling hills of North Somerset’s Ashton Court Estate Michelin-starred are just across Bristol’s Clifton Suspension Bridge and provide off-road cycling routes, pathways for walkers and food to fish & chips plenty of green space. Just a few minutes away is Leigh Woods, a National Trust-owned broadleaf woodland that wondrous caves sits on the plateau just above the Avon Gorge. & clifftop walks Portishead & clevedon Portishead is about 10 miles from Bristol and has a 250-berth marina featuring a public arts trail and Lake fami ly fun Grounds, home to an open-air pool and a boating lake. by the sea Nearby Clevedon is home to a Grade 1-listed pier dating from 1869, which starred in the One Direction video You and I. The town was also a main location for the TV series Pretty cycling & Broadchurch. walking routes
Weston-super-mare Further south is the seaside town of Weston-super-Mare. Find traditional seaside treats and rides galore (from go- karts to dodgems and F1 simulators) on the famous Grand Pier alongside the Tropicana, a thriving café, theatre, exhibition and live music venue. Walkers should take a saunter along the Clevedon coastal path to Portishead, part of the West Mendip Way, or the National Trust’s Sand Point coastal path at Sand Bay.
Cycle routes 1 If you prefer getting around on two wheels, try the 1. Clevedon's Grade I-listed pier dates Strawberry Line from Yatton and Cheddar, a smooth, back to 1869, traffic-free cycle path that takes in Congresbury, Sandford, 2 2. Ashton Court Winscombe and Axbridge along the way, or the recently- Estate, 3. Tyntesfield boasts 540 acres opened Brean Down Way coastal town cycle route from 3 of woodland and Weston to the National Trust’s spectacular Brean Down. parkland
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54 visitbristol www.visitbristol.co.uk “the rolling hills of north somerset provide plenty of opportunities for leisure activities" North Somerset North Somerset map on page 72
Family attractions
Cheddar Gorge & Caves This pic: Cheddar Gorge. Below: Josh Eggleton Spectacular caves, dramatic clifftop walks and amazing attractions that take you back to prehistoric times.
Curzon Cinema This charming Clevedon picture house is the oldest continuously working cinema in the UK.
Fleet Air Arm Museum Oakham Treasures gothic house with gardens and Get up close to Europe’s largest A vast and unique collection 540 acres of woodland and collection of naval aircraft. of memorabilia from the last parkland to explore. century, including fully-stocked Grand Pier, Weston- shops and farm machinery. Wookey Hole Caves super-Mare Wander through the valley of the Indoor theme park fun for all Puxton Park dinosaurs and meet the Witch of plus seafront restaurants with The kids will love this adventure Wookey. magnificent views. park with its miniature railway, miniature golf, falconry centre, Wells Cathedral Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm farm shop and more. At the foothills of the Mendips You’ll meet all sorts at Noah’s lies medieval Wells, England’s Ark, from elephants and white Tyntesfield smallest city. Its cathedral is one rhinos to donkeys and sheep. A National Trust-owned Victorian of the finest in the country.
Food and drink favourites
Backwell House dinners, vegetarian feasts, A beautifully revamped Georgian afternoon teas and more. country house with fabulous rooms and countryside views. Food is Harold’s Club organic and often homegrown This stylish venue at Clevedon and there’s plenty of little luxuries Hall hosts amazing foodie events. to indulge guests. Pony & Trap The Ethicurean Chef Josh Eggleton’s Michelin- Salt & Malt Ethical cuisine in the North starred pub in Chew Magna. This fish café, tea room and Somerset countryside, served at Find well-priced pub classics take away beside the water at Barley Wood Walled Garden alongside intricate multi-course Chew Valley Lake is another Josh in Wrington. Enjoy set lunches, tasting menus. Eggleston masterstroke.
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Bath
Bath golden Georgian stone set amid green rolling hills
Compact & picturesque Vibrant & varied Bath makes an ideal day trip as part of a short break to Bristol, the two cities complementing each other cafes & restaurants perfectly. Bath is just 12 miles away by car or 12 minutes by train. For a more leisurely journey, you can boutique & high cycle the Bristol and Bath Railway Path. The surrounding countryside is also great for bike rides and walking. street stores You can take in all the city’s central attractions on foot, including the famous Roman Baths (one of the best- preserved Roman remains in the world), stroll along Myriad museums grand 18th-century parades or explore its labyrinth of for families alleys and cobbled streets.
Art & culture Elegant & grand Ever since Roman days, Bath has been known for Georgian buildings combining health and wellbeing with indulgence and pleasure. No visit is complete without a visit to the famed Thermae Bath Spa. Relax and recuperate in the warm waters of the open-air rooftop pool and drink in the spectacular views over the city. Since the days of Georgian dandies and Jane Austen, the city has been a byword for fashion, its streets lined with boutique shops, bustling cafés and restaurants. Learn about its glamorous past at the Jane Austen Centre before admiring clothing through the ages at the Fashion Museum. The city’s 13 museums are all within walking distance of each other and provide a fascinating insight into different aspects of its history. The Victoria Art 2 Gallery, for example, boasts a fine collection of British 1 1. Bath Christmas oil paintings dating back to the 17th century. Bath also Market, 2. Pulteney boasts plenty in the way of entertainment with West End Bridge is one of productions and stars at the Theatre Royal, the unique Egg the Georgian city's highlights, 3. The theatre for children and a regular programme of festivals 3 stunning Royal and special arts events. Crescent
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58 visitbristol www.visitbristol.co.uk “ Since the days of georgian dandies and jane austen, bath has been a byword for fashion, its streets lined with boutiques”
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Getting to Bristol
Bus National Express and Megabus run services from across the country to Bristol’s bus and coach station in the city centre. Regional bus services terminate here too. Falcon runs a service from Plymouth to Bristol 24 hours a day with various stops including Bristol Airport.
Train Bristol Temple Meads is the city’s central station while Bristol Parkway is located to the north. There are regular train and bus services between the two stations. You can catch a ferry from Temple Meads (Temple Quay landing) into the City Centre.
Air Bristol Airport is approximately 25 minutes from central Bristol and offers direct scheduled flights across Europe and connections worldwide. Bristol Flyer express bus runs a frequent service.
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Getting around Bristol
BRISTOL TOURIST Clockwise: Cyclists on the Harbourside, Bristol Ferry INFORMATION CENTRE (TIC) Boats and Bristol's iconic blue taxis The TIC is for visitors and locals alike, offering everything from help with bus timetables and accommodation booking to a wide range of souvenirs, gifts, books and maps. Book tickets for tours as well as local transport including buses and ferries. The TIC also acts as an access point for the local currency, the Bristol Pound. Exchange your sterling to spend with local independent traders or keep the notes as a unique souvenir.
BUS There are several bus operators in Bristol and the surrounding area. Full route maps, timetables and tickets are available at the Tourist Information Centre (TIC) or online.
TRAIN Bristol has local stations which are convenient for getting around the city. The mainline stations are Bristol Temple Meads and Bristol private hire companies operating City and Bristol Tandem Hire from Parkway; you can also access in the city. the city centre area. Some hotels many rural stations from these. also offer bikes for hire. CYCLING AND BIKE HIRE BOAT As the UK’s first cycling city, Bristol ACCESSIBILITY There are regular ferries around has many cycle lanes and routes. Bristol can be explored on foot the Harbourside. See our map The TIC stocks free route maps. although some steep hills and pages for ferry landing locations. Bikes can be hired from locations cobbled streets can be difficult around the city, including the to access with a wheelchair. The TAXI Brompton Dock at Temple Meads Accessible Guide is available Hackney carriage taxis are painted station, Pedal Progression at from the TIC. Wheelchair and in Bristol blue and can be picked Ashton Court, Bristol Cycle Shack scooter hire are both available up at ranks across the city or at the Bristol end of the Bristol and from Shopmobility, located in hailed on the street. There are also Bath Railway Path, and Cycle the Cabot Circus. www.visitbristol.co.uk @visitbristol 65 Getting Around Bristol Insight open-bus tours. Inset: the statue of John Cabot outside Arnolfini Guided and self-guided tours
BUS Bristol Insight open- top bus tours take 75 minutes with many places to hop on and off along the way, including all major attractions. This is a great way to familiarise yourself with the city too. Tickets are available from the driver, the TIC and online. CYCLING Only Fools and Horses fan? The Adventurous Activity You can now take a mini Company runs organised coach tour of iconic scenes tours for groups with bike hire filmed in Bristol. included. For longer rides there are dedicated routes such as BOAT the Bristol and Bath Railway scene with Bristol Hoppers. The Matthew runs regular Path, the Strawberry Line and Tickets for all these walking harbour trips, some cruises the Avon Cycleway. tours are available at the TIC. including cream tea or Free guided tours of the Clifton fish and chips. They also WALKING Suspension Bridge are available run four-hour trips along The Bristol Highlights Tour at weekends and bank holidays the Avon Gorge. Number (running from Easter to (seasonal). Self-guided walks Seven Boat Trips and Bristol November), The Ultimate Bristol are available from the Tourist Ferry Boats operate regular Walking Tour, Bristol Pirate Information Centre or you can ferry services to and from Walks and Hidden & Haunted download free MP3 audio tours waterfront attractions along Bristol Walks all offer fascinating from the Visit Bristol website. the Harbourside. The Bristol insights into this historic city. Search online for the Bristol Packet runs guided trips Take in a mixture of the latest South Skyline Walk offering around Bristol and along the cutting-edge street art combined a route around some of the River Avon to Bath. Contact with some classic Banksy on lesser-known areas just south of the TIC on the Harbourside a tour by Where the Wall or the centre and don’t miss the for timetables and tickets for Graft. Foodies might fancy an annual Bristol Walk Fest in May, Bristol Packet and Bristol Ferry EatWalkTalk Bristol Food Tour offering over 150 of the best Boats. or exploring the local craft beer walks in and around the city.
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Ein unvergessliches Wochenende
Machen Sie das meiste aus dem an: The Ox für großartige Steaks, Drinks im Milk Thistle oder Angebot, das Bristol zu bieten hat, Hotel du Vin für ein Essvergnügen dem King Street Brew House. indem Sie mindestens zwei Nächte gehobeneren Niveaus oder Aquila Oder sehen Sie sich in der bleiben. für moderne Italienische Küche. Livemusikszene und den Top DJ Sets in Pubs oder Clubs um. Erster Tag Zweiter Tag Besorgen Sie sich einen Kaffee Hinauf nach Clifton zur Suspension Dritter Tag an der Harbourside (altes Bridge und dem faszinierenden Wie wäre es mit einem Besuch Hafengebiet) und besuchen Sie Besucherzentrum. Dann durch die des Museums/der Gallerie Bristol das M Shed, ein Museum, das unabhängigen Geschäfte stöbern, Museum & Art Gallery und der die Geschichte von Bristol erzählt. gefolgt von einem Mittagessen in nahegelegenen Royal West of Dann auf zu einer der neuesten einem Café in Clifton Village. England Academy, wo Sie sich Ausstellungen im Arnolfini, eins verschiedene Sammlungen und von Europas führenden Zentren für Sie könnten den Tieren des Bristol Ausstellungen ansehen können. zeitgenössische Kunst. Mittagessen Zoo einen Besuch abstatten Für den Hunger um die Mittagszeit im Watershed oder No. 1 oder im Botanischen Garten hält St. Nick’s Market in der Harbourside – beide mit Blick aufs der Universität von Bristol Altstadt eine Fülle von kulinarischen Wasser. vorbeischauen. Und dann wäre da Genüssen bereit. der Cabot Tower, von dem man Nehmen Sie die Fähre zu Brunels einen fantastischen Blick über die Bevor Sie abreisen, sollten Sie SS Great Britain, dem ersten Stadt hat. Von dort aus bietet sich nicht die fantastische Street Art Luxus-Kreuzfahrtschiff der Welt, an, dem St. George‘s Bristol einen in Bristol verpassen, die sich am rundum wiederhergestellt in Besuch abzustatten, um Weltklasse- besten mit einer Street Art Tour seinem viktorianischen Glanz. Musiker und -Darsteller zu sehen. entdecken lässt. Oder beenden Verpassen Sie nicht die Möglichkeit Und wenn Sie Lust auf einen Sie Ihren Aufenthalt mit einem aufzuentern oder das neue Being Geschäftsbummel haben, besuchen anderen Höhepunkt – mit dem Brunel Museum zu besuchen. Sie doch das Geschäftsviertel von Besuch der berühmten Concorde In der historischen King Street Bristol, wo unter anderem Harvey im Aerospace Bristol. Vielleicht sind finden Sie das Bristol Old Vic, Nichols zu finden ist. zwei Nächte sogar nicht einmal das am längsten durchgehend genug… bestehende Theater im Vereinigten Am Abend könnten Sie die neueste Königreich. gastronomische Erfahrung in Weitere Ideen und Einzelheiten zu den trendigen Cargo Container tollen Festivals und Veranstaltungen Für ein Abendessen bieten sich Restaurants an der Harbourside über das ganze Jahr hinweg finden zum Beispiel folgende Restaurants erkunden, mit anschließenden Sie auf www.visitbristol.co.uk
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Disfruta de un fin de semana inolvidable...
Aprovecha al máximo todo lo Día dos Street art que Bristol tiene para ofrecer Dirígete a Clifton para ver el quedándote al menos dos noches. puente colgante y el fascinante centro de visitantes. Después Día uno date una vuelta por la tiendas Tómate un café en el puerto y independientes y almuerza en uno visita M Shed, un museo que de los cafés de Clifton Village. cuenta la historia de Bristol, antes de visitar una de las últimas Disfruta de la vida salvaje en exposiciones del Arnolfini, el Parque Zoológico de Bristol uno de los principales centros o visita el Jardín Botánico de la de artes contemporáneas de Universidad Bristol. Dirígete a la Europa. Disfruta del almuerzo Cabot Tower para disfrutar de en Watershed o en No. 1 fantásticas vistas de la ciudad. Harbourside, ambos con vistas Haz una visita a St Georges al mar. Bristol para escuchar a músicos & Art Gallery y la vecina Royal e intérpretes de clase mundial. West of England Academy. Para Toma un ferry hasta el SS Great Después, es hora de un poco de comer, disfruta de los puestos del Britain de Brunel, el primer crucero terapia de compras en el barrio Mercado de St Nick en la zona de lujo del mundo, totalmente comercial de Bristol, incluida una antigua de la ciudad. restaurado con toda su gloria visita a Harvey Nichols. victoriana. No te pierdas la Antes de marcharte, no te pierdas oportunidad de subir a bordo o Explora lo último en gastronomía el increíble arte urbano de Bristol; de visitar el nuevo museo Being en los restaurantes de última la mejor manera de descubrirlo es Brunel. Pasea por la histórica moda situados en contenedores hacer una visita artística guiada King Street hasta Bristol Old Vic, en Cargo en el puerto antes de por las calles. O concluye el el teatro que más tiempo lleva en acabar la noche en The Milk viaje por todo lo alto visitando el activo en el Reino Unido. Thistle o King Street Brew House; famoso Concorde en Aerospace o disfruta de la escena musical y Bristol. De hecho, dos noches Para cenar, prueba The Ox de las sesiones de DJ de la ciudad podrían no ser suficientes... donde disfrutarás de excelentes en pubs y clubes nocturnos. bistecs, Hotel du Vin con su alta Si quieres más ideas y detalles gastronomía o Aquila donde Día tres de increíbles festivales y eventos podrás paladear comida italiana Explora las galerías y durante todo el año, visita moderna. exposiciones en Bristol Museum www.visitbristol.co.uk
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74 visitbristol www.visitbristol.co.uk 48 heures à Bristol un week-end inoubliable
Restez deux nuits/trois jours à Bristol Deuxième jour Pour dîner, rendez-vous dans les pour profiter au mieux des trésors de Allez à Clifton pour y voir son Pont restaurants dernière tendance la ville. suspendu et découvrir son fascinant de Cargo, des conteneurs stylés pavillon d’accueil. Après cela, flânez situés dans Harbourside, avant Premier jour dans les boutiques du village de d’aller à The Milk Thistle ou King Prenez un petit café dans le quartier Clifton et déjeunez dans un café. Street Brew House pour terminer de Harbourside et visitez M Shed, le la soirée autour d’un verre. Si le musée qui retrace l’histoire de la ville Allez à la rencontre du monde cœur vous en dit, vous pouvez de Bristol, avant d’aller découvrir animalier au Zoo de Bristol, ou également faire le tour des pubs et la dernière exposition à l’Arnolfini, visitez le jardin botanique de des clubs et découvrir les concerts un des plus importants centres d’art l’Université. Rendez-vous à la tour live et les meilleurs DJ. contemporain d’Europe. Pour le Cabot pour y admirer le panorama déjeuner, rendez-vous au Watershed de la ville. Pour entendre des artistes Troisième jour ou au N°1 Harbourside, tous les de renommée mondiale, allez à Découvrez les galeries et les deux situés au bord de l’eau. St George’s. Il est ensuite l’heure expositions au Bristol Museum & de faire un brin de shopping au Art Gallery ou à la Royal West of Prenez ensuite le ferry pour aller voir Bristol Shopping Quarter, où Harvey England Academy, toute proche. le SS Great Britain, premier bateau Nichols attend de vous accueillir. Pour le déjeuner, régalez-vous à St de croisière de luxe au monde, Nick’s Market dans la vieille ville. construit par l’ingénieur Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Entièrement Avant de partir, ne manquez pas restauré, le paquebot a retrouvé sa de découvrir l’exceptionnel street splendeur de l’époque victorienne. art de Bristol, de préférence au N’hésitez pas à grimper la mâture, cours d’une visite guidée. Ou, ou alors visitez le nouveau musée pour finir en beauté, allez voir le dédié à Brunel, Being Brunel. célèbre Concorde à Aerospace Descendez ensuite la pittoresque Bristol. En fait, deux nuits/trois King Street pour arriver au Bristol jours ne seront probablement pas Old Vic, le plus ancien théâtre en suffisants... activité continue du Royaume-Uni. Pour de plus amples détails sur Pour le dîner, essayez The Ox si vous les festivals et les évènements aimez les steaks, l’Hotel du Vin pour exceptionnels ayant lieu tout au sa cuisine raffinée ou l’Aquila pour Brunel’s SS Great Britain long de l’année, rendez-vous sur sa cuisine italienne contemporaine. visitbristol.co.uk
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Per un weekend da ricordare…
Godetevi al massimo Bristol e 2° giorno 3° giorno tutto ciò che ha da offrire con un Dirigetevi a Clifton per vedere Esplorate le gallerie e le mostre soggiorno di almeno due notti. il Ponte sospeso e l’affascinante del Bristol Museum & Art Gallery centro per visitatori. Dopodiché, e della vicina galleria d’arte 1° giorno fate un giro per i negozi Royal West of England Academy. Prendete un caffè lungo indipendenti prima di una pausa Per pranzo, lauti banchetti al l’Harbourside e visitate M Shed, pranzo in uno dei café del Clifton mercato St Nick’s Market nella un museo sulla storia di Bristol, Village. città vecchia. prima di dare un’occhiata a una delle ultime mostre allestite presso Andate alla scoperta della vita Prima di andare via, non l’Arnolfini, uno dei principali centri selvatica visitando il Giardino perdetevi i meravigliosi graffiti di arte contemporanea d’Europa. zoologico di Bristol oppure il di Bristol, che consigliamo di Pranzate al Watershed o al No. Giardino botanico dell’università scoprire con un tour dedicato ai 1 Harbourside, entrambi con una di Bristol. Dirigetevi alla torre graffiti. In alternativa, terminate fantastica vista sul fiume. Cabot Tower per godere di una il viaggio dall’alto visitando il veduta fantastica sulla città. famoso Concorde nel museo Prendete un traghetto che vi porti Fate un salto a St Georges Aerospace Bristol. Effettivamente, alla Brunel’s SS Great Britain, Bristol, dove potrete ascoltare due notti potrebbero non essere la prima nave da crociera di musicisti e vedersi esibire artisti sufficienti… lusso al mondo, completamente di prim’ordine. A seguire, un restaurata per mostrare l’antico po’ di shopping terapeutico Per altre idee e dettagli sui splendore dell’epoca Vittoriana. nel Quartiere dello shopping meravigliosi festival ed eventi Non perdete l’occasione di di Bristol, inclusa una visita ai organizzati in città tutto partecipare al “Go Aloft” oppure negozi Harvey Nichols. l’anno, visitate il sito visitate il nuovo museo Being www.visitbristol.co.uk Brunel. Fate una passeggiata Per la cena, scoprite le ultime lungo la storica King Street fino al tendenze con i ristoranti Bristol Harbourside Bristol Old Vic, il più antico teatro container Cargo’s lungo del Regno Unito ancora in attività. l’Harbourside prima di concedervi un digestivo al The A cena, provate The Ox se Milk Thistle o al King Street Brew volete assaggiare delle bistecche House. In alternativa, godetevi la strepitose, Hotel du Vin per un scena musicale dal vivo e i DJ set cibo raffinato oppure Aquila per più importanti della città nei pub una cucina italiana moderna. e nei club.
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需在布里斯托尔待上至少两 天两夜才能大致领略这里的 风土人情。
第一天 在港口边买一杯咖啡，首 先参观介绍布里斯托尔历 史的M Shed博物馆。再到 领衔当代欧洲艺术展览中 心 - Arnolfini欣赏最新的艺 术展。您可以在Watershed 或 No.1 Harbourside享用午 餐，这两家水滨餐馆都提供 露天座位。
午餐后乘渡船去参观布鲁莱 Cabot Circus 尔的SS Great Britain，这是 世界第一艘豪华游轮，经过 下午到布里斯托尔动物园观 参观布里斯托尔博物馆和美术 修复后完全重现它在维多利 看野生动物，或参观布里斯 馆以及附近英国皇家西部学院 亚时代的荣耀。千万不要错 托尔大学植物园。然后前 的画廊和展览。午餐在老城 过上桅的壮观场面，或参 往Cabot Tower领略迷人的 区St Nick's Market的摊位上吃 观新Being Brunel博物馆的 城市景色。再到St George's 大排挡。 机会。之后，漫步到古老国 Bristol，欣赏世界级音乐家和 王街的Bristol Old Vic, 这是 表演家的演奏。您可以在布 在您离开之前，千万不要错 英国连续演出时间最长的 里斯托尔的商业街逛逛零售 过布里斯托尔令人惊叹的街 剧院。 店，哈维·尼克斯（Harvey 头艺术，在街头艺术巡演期 Nichols）品牌店也在其中。 间必定会有惊喜的发现。或 晚餐可去The Ox品尝大牛 者，在结束旅程之前，也可 排，去Hotel du Vin品尝美味 去港口边Cargo的时尚集装 以到布里斯托尔航空博物馆 佳肴，或去Aquila尝尝现代 箱餐馆进晚餐，然后在The 观看著名的协和式超音速喷 意大利风味食品。 Milk Thistle或King Street Brew 气客机。事实上，两天两夜 House酒吧享用一杯睡前美 或许根本不够… 第二天 酒，或去酒吧和夜总会看看 前往克利夫顿参观悬索大桥 本市的实况音乐场景和顶级 请访问www.visitbristol.co.uk 和和游客中心。接下来可以 音乐节目主持人的风采。 以得到更多灵感，并获取有 逛一下众多的独立店铺，然 关精彩节日和全年活动的详 后在克利夫顿村享用午餐。 第三天 细信息。
中国乘客可在阿姆斯特丹的史基浦（Schipol）机场转乘 荷兰航空公司飞往 布里斯托的航班。
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