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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English
Local currency
GBP
(GBP)
Local time
(GMT+1)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Harbourside
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, 10% for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Cider
Fish and Chips
Sunday Roast
Craft Beer
When to visit Bristol
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan40
Cold, damp, often grey
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Feb45
Chilly, damp, some sun
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Mar55
Cool, improving, showers
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Apr65
Mild, spring showers
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May75
Pleasant, warmer, longer
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Jun85
Warm, often sunny
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Jul90
Warmest, sunny, peak
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Aug90
Warm, often sunny
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Sept80
Mild, pleasant, autumn
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Oct65
Cool, crisp, changing
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Nov50
Cold, damp, festive
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Dec45
Cold, festive, indoor
Things to do in Bristol
6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the afternoon
1 place
Indulge at St Nicholas Market
City Centre 1.5 hrs
Sample diverse street food and browse independent stalls in a historic market.
Any time of day
5 places
Explore Brunel's SS Great Britain
Harbourside 3 hrs
Step aboard a historic ocean liner and explore its fascinating history.
Walk across Clifton Suspension Bridge
Clifton 1.5 hrs
Marvel at Brunel's iconic bridge and enjoy panoramic gorge views.
Discover street art on a Banksy tour
Stokes Croft 2.5 hrs
Hunt for famous Banksy artworks and vibrant street art around the city.
Visit Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
City Centre 2 hrs
Explore diverse collections from natural history to world art.
Stroll around Bristol Harbourside
Harbourside 2 hrs
Enjoy waterside cafes, bars, and views of historic boats.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Bristol
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Bristol’s Best Brewery Taprooms: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Standard tour
The Best of Bristol Bike Tour
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Activity tour
Bristol Paddleboarding Tour
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Standard tour
(9pm) The House Magicians Comedy & Magic Show - Smoke & Mirrors
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Activity tour
Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour in Cheddar Valley
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Standard tour
Stonehenge and Cotswold Villages Full-day Tour from Bristol
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Activity tour
West Country Games - the most popular group activity in the South West!
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Unstructured tour
Bristol Airport to London City Hotels Private Round Trip Transfer
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Bristol
Straight-line distance from the centre of Bristol.
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