Experience 1000 years of trade and industry on a guided walk through Bristol. See historic landmarks, street art, and hear fascinating stories from a knowledgeable guide.
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Bristol Cathedral - Admire the Cathedral, Well Hung Lover, St Marks, Council House,
Park Street and other Buildings - Canon’s Marsh - View Oporto Quay, Limekiln Dock, Cranes and Shipping
- Bristol City Docks - Walk to the Medieval trench, over Pero’s Bridge to Arnofini.
- Prince Street Bridge - Over the Bridge, see the M Shed, Matthew, Container Village, and the Old Prison Ruins
- Bathurst Basin - See the Old Mill Pond, Guinea Street, A House Through Time, Slave Captains Houses, Redcliffe Church,
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Queen Square - Work around the docks to King Williams Statue, American Consulate,
Spy Glass Inn from Treasure Island - Bristol Old Vic - See the Old Vic, King Street and Welsh Back.
- 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
- St John on the Wall - Walk through the one of the Old City Gate remaining, view the Conduit and Street Art.
- Statue of Edward Colston - Closton’s Statue, Cenotaph, and end at the Marriott where we started
- Audio receivers
- Tea and coffee
Experience the thrill of exploring a city on foot while being regaled with tales by a tour guide. Bristol’s millennium-long history of commerce and industry positioned it as the UK’s second city. Discover landmarks such as the Cathedral, Banksy’s art, the Harbour, Docks, Georgian Square, ‘Bridge’, Old Vic Theatre, Castle site, historic Old City, Corn Exchange, local markets, Guilds, Street Art, and the Sugar House.
Our walking tours are exclusive, with a limit of six participants. Embark on a two-hour journey covering approximately 12,000 steps and spanning 3-4 miles while you enjoy fascinating facts, vivid stories, history and tales of notable figures along the way.
We provide each participant with an audio receiver for clarity amidst city noises.
Your tour guide, a local since 1980, is a Bristol Poly (UWE) alumni who spent 40 years living, working, and playing rugby in the city. His ongoing exploration of Bristol is a personal passion, and he desires to share his love for the city.
Our tours are interactive, flexible, entertaining and personal. Please note, opportunities for rest stops are limited, so we recommend planning accordingly.
- Wear comfortable shoes, bring water and wear clothing suitable for weather conditions on the day.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.