Top 10 Cultural Tours in Bristol, England

Bristol is a versatile city located South West of England with the River Avon flowing through the city centre. With its international airport it is easily approachable from all over the world. Let our professional, genuine Bristolian guide take you around the city for a few hours comprehensive private walking tour. Although Bristol is very much a modern European city, it's history goes back thousands of years. This is very visible from the eclectic mix of buildings lining the streets, some of which can be traced back to the origins of the small settling of Brigstow. A bustling hub of activity this private tour takes in part of the historic Harbour Area, the Old City and the city's markets. Bristol is a real melting pot of architecture through the ages from the ruins of the Norman castle in Castle Park to the gothic masterpieces of Bristol Cathedral. If you write your interest or request we will try to customise the tour.

Inclusions: Private guide

Exclusions: Drinks and food

A guided walk, between 2 and 2.5 hours long, 12,000 steps circa 3-4 miles long, listening to the guide on Audio devices to interesting facts, colourful characters, history and anecdotes on the way. Clifton, a sleepy village in 1700, developed into the ‘Mayfair’ of Bristol. Walk the suspension bridge, view the dramatic ‘Avon Gorge’, Historic Buildings, Grand Terraces, Crescents & Squares, see the Harbour, Banksy’s, University, Museum, Old City Gates, that statue, ending at the Cathedral and Centre. Join your guide, who having moved to Bristol in 1980, attended Bristol Poly (UWE), I have lived, played rugby, worked off and on in the City for 40 years. I am now semi retired, continually research the city as a Hobby and want to give something back to a place I adore.The style is interactive, flexible, light-hearted and personal.

Inclusions: Listening devices

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Walking around a city, whilst listening to a tour guide, is a perfect form of exercise. 1000 years of Trade and Industry made Bristol the UK’s second city. See the Cathedral, Banksy’s, Harbour, Docks, Georgian Square, Old Vic, ‘Bridge’, Castle site, Old City, corn exchange, markets, Guilds, Street Art, and Sugar House. Enjoy a 2-hour guided walk, circa 12,000 steps and 3-4 miles long, listening on to interesting facts, colourful characters, history and anecdotes on the way. Join your guide, who having moved to Bristol in 1980, attended Bristol Poly (UWE), has lived, played rugby, worked off and on in the city for 40 years. He is continually researching the city as a hobby and wants to give something back to the place he adores. The style is interactive, flexible, light-hearted and personal. Nature breaks are limited, so please plan ahead.

Inclusions: Audio Recievers

Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea

A fun, informative and educational tour through 1000 years of history and the city's wealth of street art.

Inclusions: Tour guide

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Play a city exploration game where you search your surroundings for ways to solve fun challenges and puzzles that reveal amazing places and stories in the city center of Bristol. There is no guide involved, you just follow an app and play at your own pace. Each challenge will lead you to the next place by providing you with exact directions on screen. As you solve the challenge, the story of that place is unlocked. And the next location is revealed. Highlights: Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game, and a treasure hunt. You will search for lost love, explore the city's street art and find out secret stories. If you are part of a group, one person can purchase access for everybody by selecting the total number of people. All group members will be able to play the city game on their smartphones. Alternatively, each person can purchase their own ticket. So, are you up for an exciting city game?

Inclusions: Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later, This is the safest experience you can book: no human contact, avoiding crowds, only need your phone., This experience is permanently available, 24/7, every day of the year., Play offline: you DON'T NEED an internet connection for this while exploring

Exclusions: A physical tour guide

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

Inclusions: Local guide "Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Food and drinks, Local transportation around the city (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

This is your tour! This tour enables you to walk through the city at your own pace. As you keep an eye on our interactive online map with more than enough interesting facts about this wonderful old city. Login free to the website and follow the map. This is a great way to find out about Bristol, its history, stories, buildings and architecture. We also have added local ghost stories and murders to enjoy on the way.

Inclusions: Ghost stories - Along with the history of Bristol we have added true ghost stories for you to enjoy.

Exclusions: You will need a device to connect to the internet

Get a great introduction to the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath on this private tour with a local guide who was born and grew up in Bath. In the afternoon visit a small falconry to have the unique experience of flying a hawk in the countryside. Bath is located 14 miles from Bristol, the tour includes private transportation to and from Bristol.

Inclusions: Private tour with local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicle, Private walking tour, Private hawk flying experience

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Bristol is a diverse, innovative and vibrant multi-cultural city. It is a also very environmentally friendly, green and very artistic. Do you know that Bristol is a UNESCO City of Film? Bristol is known as the UK's most productive tech cluster. This city is full of mysteries. Do you know that Bristol is the world's biggest manufacturer of hot air balloons? The hot air balloon is a classic symbol of Bristol. Bristol has it's own leaning tower, the hidden alley ways within the Old City area, the legendary pirate Blackbeard and his birth house that still stands. With a local charismatic guide you will see the most beautiful parts of the city. Learn a lot of interesting facts about Bristol.

Inclusions: Local Charismatic guide

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Bristol is one of the most innovative, colourful and multi-cultural cities of England. If this is your first time into town, this tour is exactly what you are looking for! Meet your friendly guide outside the Hippodrome – the main theatre – and follow them at the discovery of the local habits and lifestyle. Pass by harbour side and give a look at the magnificent M-Shed, continue towards the Bristol Gothic Cathedral in College Green and head up on Park Street to reach the beautiful Clifton neighbourhood. Have a walk into the Brandon Hill park and enjoy the view from the Bristolian leaning tower – the Cabot Tower. Also, did you know that the famous pirate Blackbeard was a Bristolian? And did you also know that Bristol is listed among the UNESCO Cities of Film? From History movies to the most popular teenage-drama series Skins, Bristol has been the perfect set for many movies. Take advantage of your live guide and ask tips and useful info that will make your stay in town even better.

Inclusions: Local Tour Guide, Historical Insights, Live-like-a-local atmosphere

Exclusions: Lunch, Food and drinks, Gratuities