The Highlights of Bristol: A Weekend Guide, Bristol, England
With its vibrant cultural scene, innovative culinary developments, numerous attractions and landmarks - Bristol is on the rise of being one of England’s hot spot destinations. We recently traveled to Bristol to explore its alternative charter and wealth of fascinating activities. Read our Weekend Guide to discover some of the highlights of Bristol.
Bristol was once the center for heavy industry and numerous landmarks are still there to remind of its prominent trading past. Today the city has reinvented itself as an inspiring hub for arts, culture, music and food. In fact there is a lot of buzz about Bristol’s revamped harbourside offering a wealth of cultural and dining opportunities. Here’s what we managed to see in our two day weekend trip to Bristol.
One of the highlights of Bristol is the fascinating street art scene. In fact, Bristol is home to one of the world’s renowned street artists - Bansky who is known for his distinctive stencilling techniques. We did see two of his famous masterpieces, the ”Well Hung Lover” and the “Girl with the Pierced Eardrum” which is a parody to the famous Girl with a Pearl earring and can be found at the city’s docks.
A visit to Stokes Croft should definitely be on your list of top things to do in Bristol. Whether you are joining a guided walking tour or simply visiting the area yourself, you will discover that most buildings in the area are covered with graffiti which is considered as a part of self-expression and creativity. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Bristol was once the center for heavy industry and numerous landmarks are still there to remind of its prominent trading past. Today the city has reinvented itself as an inspiring hub for arts, culture, music and food. In fact there is a lot of buzz about Bristol’s revamped harbourside offering a wealth of cultural and dining opportunities. Here’s what we managed to see in our two day weekend trip to Bristol.
One of the highlights of Bristol is the fascinating street art scene. In fact, Bristol is home to one of the world’s renowned street artists - Bansky who is known for his distinctive stencilling techniques. We did see two of his famous masterpieces, the ”Well Hung Lover” and the “Girl with the Pierced Eardrum” which is a parody to the famous Girl with a Pearl earring and can be found at the city’s docks.
A visit to Stokes Croft should definitely be on your list of top things to do in Bristol. Whether you are joining a guided walking tour or simply visiting the area yourself, you will discover that most buildings in the area are covered with graffiti which is considered as a part of self-expression and creativity. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: The Highlights of Bristol: A Weekend Guide
Guide Location: England » Bristol
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Elena Sergeeva
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.passionforhospitality.net/the-highlights-of-bristol-a-weekend-guide/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: England » Bristol
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Elena Sergeeva
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.passionforhospitality.net/the-highlights-of-bristol-a-weekend-guide/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Stokes Croft
- Well Hung Lover
- Bristol Lido
- Clifton Suspension Bridge
- SS Great Britain
- M-Shed
- St Nicholas Market
- Bristol Aquarium
- St. Mary Redcliffe
- Bristol Cathedral
- Queen’s Square
- Wapping Warf
- Hotel du Vin
- The Ivy Clifton Brasserie
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