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Bristol Waterfront: Brunel to Banksy Self-Guided Puzzle Walk

3.7(7)Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 7 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy Questo
Bristol Waterfront: Brunel to Banksy Self-Guided Puzzle Walk

About this activity

A magical camera that reveals Bristol's hidden past. This self-guided puzzle walk takes you along the stunning waterfront, where every photo unlocks a piece of history you never knew existed.

Start at Clifton Suspension Bridge, where Brunel's genius towers above the Avon Gorge. Discover the clifftop railway that became the BBC's secret WWII studio, wind through Georgian crescents, and find Banksy's Girl with the Pierced Eardrum.

Solve puzzles at the SS Great Britain, explore Brunel's Victorian dockyard, and spot wildlife in a hidden nature reserve. Each stop weaves engineering, art, and rebellion across 200 years of Bristol history.

End at Llandoger Trow, Bristol's oldest pub and the real inspiration for Treasure Island. With 14 stops across 2-3 hours, this is the waterfront's most complete story, told through puzzles and a time-bending mystery.

Download the Questo app, start whenever you like, and explore Bristol's waterfront at your own pace.

What's included

  • ✓Puzzles and hidden facts at Brunel, Banksy, and SS Great Britain landmarks
  • ✓Clues and a map in the app to guide you from Clifton Bridge to the harbour
  • ✓Time-travel storyline featuring a magical camera that reveals Bristol's past
  • ✓Atmospheric finale at Llandoger Trow, the inspiration for Treasure Island
  • ✓Self-guided puzzle walk with 14 waterfront stops

Not included

  • ✕Live tour guide (this is a self-guided activity)

Meeting and pickup

  • The game starts at The Lookout Lectern. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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