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Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour with Pub Lunch in Lacock
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Secrets of Bristol Waterfront: Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure
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British Wine and Cheese Tasting Experience in City of Bath
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Popular places to visit
Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
Discover new fashion trends, watch the latest releases from Hollywood and play a round of miniature golf at this modern retail mall.
University of Bristol
Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university.
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
This historic theater offers a wide variety of entertainment, from West End productions and Broadway shows, to traditional pantomimes and opera.
Clifton Suspension Bridge
Both striking and practical, this bridge has long been the symbol of the city of Bristol.
Ashton Gate Stadium
Catch an event at Ashton Gate Stadium during your trip to Bristol. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Thornbury Castle
Walk the grounds once traversed by royalty, dine in a dungeon and spend the night in a room fit for a king.
SS Great Britain
Climb aboard this museum ship to learn about its long and eventful life at sea.
Chew Valley Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chew Valley Lake during your travels in Bristol. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Bristol Cathedral
This 900-year-old religious monument is revered for its exquisite vaulted ceilings, stained-glass windows and Romanesque-style Chapter House.
Areas of Bristol
Bristol City Centre
The beating heart of Bristol is packed with stunning architectural landmarks, shopping districts, centuries-old pubs and live music venues.
Clifton
This picturesque suburb of Bristol is home to iconic city landmarks, an excellent zoo and boutiques set inside Georgian- and Victoria-era buildings.
Bristol Floating Harbour
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Bristol Floating Harbour. Make a stop by We The Curious or Millennium Square while you're exploring the area.
Portishead
You'll enjoy the parks and art galleries in Portishead. You might want to make time for a stop at Parish Wharf Swimming Pool or Portishead Lake Grounds.
Filton
Filton is well liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bristol area, you might plan a trip to The Mall at Cribbs Causeway or The Wave.
Redcliffe
Redcliffe is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to St. Mary Redcliffe Church and Banksy Graffiti Thekla while you're in town.
- Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
- University of Bristol
- Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
- Clifton Suspension Bridge
- Thornbury Castle
- Bath Spa University
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
- Aztec West Business Park
- SS Great Britain
- St Nicholas Market
- Millennium Square
- Banksy's Well Hung Lover
- Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery
- Ashton Court Mansion
- Arnos Vale Cemetery
- St. Mary Redcliffe Church
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