Bristol City Highlights Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Discover Bristol - Guided Walking Tour
Explore the vibrant heart of Bristol on a 1.5-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide who knows the city inside and out. Hear fascinating stories of pirates, pioneers, and protest as you walk through centuries of history, from the city’s medieval beginnings to its striking modern street art.
Along the way, you’ll pass iconic sights including the Bristol Cathedral, City Hall, the Corn Exchange, Pero’s Bridge, and Anchor Square. Your guide will share the real stories behind these landmarks, offering insights you won’t find in a guidebook.
Whether it’s your first visit or you’re a local looking to see the city in a new light, this tour brings Bristol’s past and present to life.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Bristol
Along the way, you’ll hear captivating tales of pirates and protest, artists and adventurers; from Blackbeard’s legend to Banksy’s graffiti, the secrets of the floating harbour, and the story of Pero’s Bridge. We’ll explore iconic landmarks and hidden corners, wrapping up our journey at the breathtaking Bristol Cathedral.
What‘s Included
Expert, local guide
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Bristol City Highlights Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was a rainy and very...
Ed C,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a rainy and very windy day, but the tour was most informative and our guide was friendly and full of information about the city. Learned a lot, and had a wonderful time. I highly recommend this if you want to have a general overview of the city. There's so much history here, and many of the landmarks still stand to this day.
The ultimate history, sightseeing and walking tour of Bristol
Andrea E,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed this tour with Rob who was a fantastic guide. He was really friendly and extremely knowledgeable. The best way to spend 2 hours if you want to learn about the city's past and present. I highly recommend anyone to do this tour!
Fascinating, engaging tour from a knowledgeable guide
Ida F,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fascinating, engaging tour from a knowledgeable guide We were fortunate enough to be the only two people on this tour and we felt privileged to have Rob as our guide. His passion for Bristol and knowledge of its history made this a priceless introduction to a remarkable city.
Highly recommend this tour!
Mark H,,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We’ve visited Bristol several times before, and have done various other tours. However, we’ve particularly enjoyed this tour. Plenty of new information learned, and our guide was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable in Bristol history, was very pleasant, answered all questions appropriately, spoke loud and clearly, and had various pictures, maps and visual aids with him to explain Bristol’s history. Would definitely recommend this tour!
Extremely knowledgeable...
Wendy W,,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Extremely knowledgeable and pleasant tour leader, learnt a tremendous amount about Bristols history - past and present. Covered a lot of ground at a leisurely pace - highly recommend. Thank you Rob.
Fabulous tour of Bristol!
49Josephine85,,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow!!!! What a fabulous tour of Bristol. Our guide, Joann, knew so much history and facts about Bristol that we were awed by this great tour. Joann showed great architecture and Banksy Street Art. Joann recommended a great place for lunch and helped us figure out the rest of our day in Bristol. Bristol is not to be missed and you will learn so much on this fabulous walking tour. Thanks Joann!
Fun and informative
lindawU8222AW,,Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very pleasant guide. She was very patient with us being slow walkers. Fun and informative. Highly reccomend, gave very interesting information
Easy but fun and informative walking tour of Bristol
Stanley W,,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is an easy but very interesting and entertaining walk. Bristol is a big, beautiful, and vibrant city with lots to see and do. It is impossible to experience it all in one day. Joann, our tour guide, took us to important highlights that enabled us to get a feel for the city and all it has to offer. She provided historical information as well as humorous and interesting stories and factoids. Although this was not a Banksy tour, she pointed out locations of Banksy art for us to find on our own.
Bristol Tour
Hannah R,,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Saw the main sights of Bristol, plus lots of interesting facts. Joanne was very enthusiastic about the city, and it made it very interesting and we wanted to know more!
Best CityWalk of Bristol
Erwin v,,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful walk. Great history. Beautiful city. This CityWalk was all in all the best start of our trip. We saw all the hotspots of Bristol!
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