Top 10 Things to Do in Bristol (plus Hidden Gems), Bristol, England

Frequently voted as the best place to live in the country, filled with a vibrant cultural scene, a buzzing harbour-side and plenty of green space - and not to mention only being a short train journey from London - Bristol well worth a visit. Here’s my guide of the top things to do and see in possibly England’s coolest city.

At the bottom you’ll find a brief bit of Bristol’s history, because I think it always enriches your visit to know a bit about what made the place what it is today.

If there’s such thing as a must-see landmark in Bristol, it’s the Clifton Suspension Bridge. It’s city’s most famous sight - and with good reason. Just look at it. Spanning the dramatic Avon Gorge, it was designed by the pioneering engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel - though he never lived to see its completion, which took more than 30 years.

You can walk over the bridge for free, and on the north side is a free visitor centre. For the best views of the bridge itself, head to the adjoining park Clifton Down, which overlooks it.

While in Clifton, I’d also suggest exploring the nearby Clifton Village, one of the prettiest areas of the city.

Bristol’s most famous export is the anonymous street artist Banksy. Although his works can now be found in cities all across the world, he started here, and walking around the city you can find some of his earliest works. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).