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Guided Walking Tour of Bristol Old City and Harbour

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Bristol, England
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2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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.

We take a maximum of six people on our walk. Enjoy a 2-hour guided walk, circa 12,000 steps and 3-4 miles long, listening to interesting facts, colourful characters, history and anecdotes on the way.
Each person has an audio receiver so they can here the guide above all the city noise.

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.

What's Included

  • Audio Recievers
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
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College Green
Bristol BS1 5TA, UK

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Bristol Cathedral

Admire the Cathedral, Well Hung Lover, St Marks, Council House, Park Street and other Buildings
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Canon's Marsh

View Oporto Quay, Limekiln Dock, Cranes and Shipping
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bristol City Docks

Walk to the Medieval trench, over Pero's Bridge to Arnofini.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Prince Street Bridge

Over the Bridge, see the M Shed, Matthew, Container Village, and the Old Prison Ruins
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bathurst Basin

See the Old Mill Pond, Guinea Street, A House Through Time, Slave Captains Houses, Redcliffe Church,
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Queen Square

Work around the docks to King Williams Statue, American Consulate, Spy Glass Inn from Treasure Island
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bristol Old Vic

See the Old Vic, King Street and Welsh Back.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Baldwin Street (R11)

View the origination of Bristol as a Saxon Settlement, Castle Park, enter the Old City, see Churches, Law Courts, Merchants Trading Haunts,Corn Exchange, Nails & Guilds meeting places
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St John on the Wall

Walk through the one of the Old City Gate remaining, view the Conduit and Street Art.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Statue of Edward Colston

Closton's Statue, Cenotaph, and end at the Marriott where we started
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wear comfortable shoes, bring water and wear clothing suitable for weather conditions on the day.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Guided Walking Tour of Bristol Old City and Harbour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Audio Recievers
  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wear comfortable shoes, bring water and wear clothing suitable for weather conditions on the day.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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