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Discover Bristol City

Bristol: Bristling with life

It has been called “a city of constant variety” (The Observer), “south western England’s largest and coolest city” (Lonely Planet), ‘hip and savvy” (Fodor’s Up Close Great Britain), and “a city of radical energy and laid-back confidence” (The Times). Whichever way you put it, Bristol city is brimming over with things to do.

Climb on board SS Great Britain, Brunel’s maritime masterpiece and the UK’s Museum of the Year in 2006/07, and take an incredible journey through the workings of the everyday world at Explore@Bristol, one of the country’s most exciting interactive science centres.

Travel back in time with a visit to The Georgian House or Bristol’s “hidden treasure”, the Elizabethan Red Lodge. Wander through the magnificent, naturally-lit galleries of the Royal West of England Academy of Arts and sample the cutting-edge contemporary art on display at the harbourside Arnolfini.

Meander through the leafy squares and waterside walkways. And, for a complete change of scene, Bath, Stonehenge, Cheltenham and Glastonbury are all within an hour’s drive.

Of all the hotels in Bristol, The Bristol Hotel is the talk of the town. Click on the right to discover more about this luxury Bristol hotel's stunning bedrooms, restaurant and bars, and for the latest on what’s around locally.

The Weather in Bristol

Clear

Fri

  • Max 20°C
  • Min 10°C
Mostly Sunny

Sat

  • Max 20°C
  • Min 11°C
Chance of Rain

Sun

  • Max 20°C
  • Min 13°C

Local Area Highlights

See what attractions are close to The Bristol Hotel.

What's on in Bristol

Guided Walks

May 1 - Sept 30

By walking with a guide through the city centre, old town, markets and historic harbour you can hear about the personalities, the stories and events that over centuries helped form Bristol into the energised and successful city of today. Saturday morning Bristol Highlights walks (from April through to end September) 11.00am start from the Beetle sculpture in Anchor Square. £3.50 per person. No need to book.

Altitude - The Fantastic Flight Show

May 15 - Sept 31

Fasten your seat belts and get ready for a brand new show. Watch the Live Science team do plenty of cool experiments and answer those many questions we have - 'how do birds' feathers work?' and 'how do aeroplanes manage to stay in the air? It's sure to set your minds soaring-chocks away! Located At Bristol, Harbourside

Bailey Balloons

All Year Round

Whether you are celebrating or just want to see Bristol from a different perspective, Bailey Balloons is the perfect choice. It is more than just a hot air balloon. Passengers can learn how the balloon works, help prepare it, enjoy champagne and receive a personal flight certificate. Learn more about The Bristol Hotel teaming up with Bailey Balloons.

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