Bristol is the second largest city in the south of England with a rich maritime heritage mixed with a contemporary, slightly alternative vibe. Bristol offers visitors a choice of experiences, enjoy the street art of Banksy or the iconic ships and bridges of Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
Explore the historic harbourside, packed with cafes and bars offering delicious locally sourced food & drink at venues such as Bordeaux Quay, Riverstation and Severnshed. Enjoy a dockside walk or river ferry trip to discover great attractions including the ss Great Britain, the world’s first great ocean-going liner, At-Bristol, a stunning interactive science centre and planetarium or contemporary art at leading edge galleries such as the Arnolfini and Watershed Media Centre. Opening in time for 2010 is a new Blue Reef Aquarium, complete with IMAX Cinema.
For shopping visit Broadmead and Cabot Circus and discover names such as Harvey Nichols, Ted Baker and House of Fraser as well as a huge Primark store and a wide variety of independent shops. Enjoy a fabulous meal in the Quakers Friars’ restaurant quarter, which includes Carluccio’s and a Raymond Blanc brasserie.
Visit Clifton village and enjoy the stunning views of the Avon Gorge as you explore the truly iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge, Brunel’s masterpiece of Victorian engineering. Also close by is Hotwells, the vast greenery of the Downs, Bristol Zoo Gardens and the exciting nightlife of the ‘strip’ along Whiteladies Road and on to Park Street, site of one of Banksy’s most famous pieces of street graffiti.
Events take place throughout the year including two of Europe’s largest free public events, the spectacular Harbour Festival and Bristol’s International Balloon Fiesta. Bristol’s concert halls, theatres, parks and gardens, pubs and cinemas guarantee some of the best and most diverse range of events and entertainment in Britain.
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