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Tours and activities in Bristol

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Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour

We are the only tour company with access to Bristol's secret underground Air Raid Shelters! Discover Bristol's subterranean Raid Shelter, explore the historic Old Town and experience the nation's No.1 covered market. Join us for an experience you'll never forget. Our local guides will take you on a unique tour from the height of Bristol's trading past through the swinging 60's to the city's vibra…

5.0(2,238)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2238 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £12.50 per person

Blackbeard to Banksy - The Ultimate Walking Tour of Bristol

Join us for a fantastic fun filled and fact packed tour of Bristol, take in world leading street art by Banksy and others, nestled in 1000 years of city history.

4.9(2,298)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2298 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £14 per person

Only Fools and Horses Tour of Bristol

With this unique bus tour of filming locations from classic British comedy Only Fools and Horses you'll spend the afternoon visiting scenes from some of TV's funniest moments. This tour of exterior locations includes Nelson Mandela House, the Batman and Robin scene, Sids Cafe, the wine bar where Del falls through the hatch and many other memorable moments with your guide giving you the background…

4.9(317)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 317 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £37.50 per person

The House Magicians Comedy Magic Shows

The House Magicians Comedy & Magic Show – Thursdays at Smoke & Mirrors Step into Bristol’s top-rated boutique magic theatre pub for a night of comedy, magic, and unforgettable entertainment. Rated Number 1 on TripAdvisor, this experience begins with amazing close-up magic at the bar, performed by our in-house magician while our friendly team serves your drinks and food. At 6:40 pm, you’re welcome…

4.8(317)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 317 reviews1 h 30 min

From £25 per person

Ghosts, Ghouls & Gallows :The Original Bristol Ghost Walk

Calling fans of all things spooky! Do you love hearing wicked, twisted, and macabre tales from years gone by? Combine your love of frights and thrills with a historical tour of the hauntingly beautiful city of Bristol – with our ghost expert guide. A city renowned for its mystery, eery settings and secrets, our tour of Bristol will see your live tour guide bravely battle the country’s harsh eleme…

4.8(265)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 265 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £22 per person

Stonehenge and Cotswold Villages Full-day Tour from Bristol

It’s a day of magic, imagination, and inspiration. Many have gazed upon Stonehenge and wondered how the enormous standing stones ended up like that. Some believe the wizard Merlin worked his magic to create them. Others imagine aliens are involved. While some agree it was the Romans. Standing stones constantly inspire the imagination and on this tour you get to see not just one, but two of these…

4.9(205)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 205 reviews8 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £85.90 per person

Fully guided Bristol Ghost Tours

Bristol Ghost Tours provides the only dedicated ghost tour currently available in Bristol. All of our guides are in character and costumed appropriately. Similar to our other ghost tour. This tour is a unique mixture of fun, theatrics, haunted tales and crowd participation.

4.8(205)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 205 reviews1 h 45 minFree cancellation

From £18 per person

Guided Walking Tour of Bristol Old City and Harbour

Walking around a city, whilst listening to a tour guide, is a perfect form of exercise. 1000 years of Trade and Industry made Bristol the UK’s second city. See the Cathedral, Banksy’s, Harbour, Docks, Georgian Square, Old Vic, ‘Bridge’, Castle site, Old City, corn exchange, markets, Guilds, Street Art, and Sugar House. We take a maximum of six people on our walk. Enjoy a 2-hour guided walk, circa…

4.9(169)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 169 reviews2 h 15 minFree cancellation

From £21.50 per person

Guided Walking Tour Suspension Bridge Clifton Splendour & City.

A guided walk, for a maximum of six people, between 2.5 - 3 Hrs long, 12-15,000 steps circa 4-5 miles long, listening to the guide on Audio devices to interesting facts, colourful characters, history and anecdotes on the way. Clifton, a sleepy village in 1700, developed into the ‘Mayfair’ of Bristol. Walk the suspension bridge, view the dramatic ‘Avon Gorge’, Historic Buildings, Grand Terraces, C…

5.0(103)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 103 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £120 per person

Explore Bristol's Iconic Victorian Steamship

These tickets allow all-day access to the iconic steamship, dockyard and two museums at Bristol Dockyards. Sitting proudly on the glass ‘sea’, SS Great Britain dominates Bristol’s historic waterfront. Dressed with flags and ready for departure, just as the ship looked when it was launched in 1843, our friendly team are ready to welcome visitors on board. The ship, designed by Britain's most iconi…

4.7(103)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 103 reviews4 h

From £22 per person

The Best of Bristol Bike Tour

Ride through the UK's most bike friendly city on a Bristol-built bicycle, effortlessly taking in all the most noteworthy landmarks, world famous street art and scenic spots. We'll follow quiet cobbled streets and car-free paths, bringing you up close with all of Bristol's best features; from Banksy street art pieces to an unbeatable view of the Clifton Suspension Bridge. The tour is easy-going, f…

4.9(56)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 56 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £29.50 per person

Oxford and Cotswold Small-Group Tour from Bristol

Embark on a journey through the heart of England, where academia meets timeless charm. Explore the hallowed halls of Oxford, where history whispers through ivy-clad walls. Then, venture into the picture-perfect landscapes of the Cotswolds, where quaint villages and rolling hills paint a storybook setting. Immerse yourself in the allure of cobblestone streets, thatched cottages, and a tapestry of…

4.8(51)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 51 reviews7 hFree cancellation

From £53.85 per person

Life Drawing Classes

1.5 hour Life Drawing class held in our exclusive venues for maximum privacy with full bar service available. Tailor made classes for stag and hen groups. Includes an experienced artist to guide you through the session, fully nude model and all the materials provided.

5.0(40)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 40 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £35 per person

Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Bristol

Successfully smuggle your liquor past the Warden and serve your time with a covert supply of personalised cocktails. This is the bar behind bars, where the serving inmates are your bartenders, the guards are crooked and you become a part of the story. Welcome to Alcotraz Penitentiary, the first prison-themed speakeasy to come to Bristol!

4.5(39)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 39 reviews1 h 45 minFree cancellation

From £59 per person

Bristol City Highlights Walking Tour with a Local Guide

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 B…

4.9(29)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 29 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £12 per person

Visit to Glenside Hospital Museum

An annual pass to Glenside Hospital Museum allows visitors to return unlimited times within 12 months.

5.0(17)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 17 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £6 per person

4 Day Tour in Cornwall, Devon and Stonehenge from Bristol

From Minack Theatre to Durdle Door, Stonehenge to St Ives, you won't believe the beauty of Cornwall and Devon. The beauty in this part of Great Britain truly is something to marvel at. From the peaceful seaside town of St Ives to the intriuging mystery that is Stonehenge, you're going to love this this part of the world steeped in myths and legends. You get a bit of everything on this tour. Small…

4.6(22)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 22 reviews96 h

From £723.08 per person

Bristol Street Art: Banksy & Graffiti Puzzle Adventure

Bristol is the UK's street art capital, and this self-guided puzzle adventure takes you through its most iconic walls. Follow a mysterious artist across 10 stops, from hidden Banksy originals to towering murals by world-famous creators. Your mission: track down a secretive artist whose graffiti holds a personal message. Armed with clues in the Questo app, decode tags, solve visual puzzles, and pi…

3.7(40)Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 40 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £5.09 per person

Brunel’s Bristol: A Self-Guided Tour from SS Great Britain to Clifton Bridge

Are you looking for a way to see Bristol without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace on this affordable audio walk. • Find out how a brush with death brought legendary engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel to Bristol, where he built the first transatlantic steamship and what was the world’s longest bridge • Hear from producer Ste Russel, an experienced tour guide • Do it all in an hour or l…

4.7(14)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 14 reviews2 h 40 min

From £6.85 per person

Bristol Harbourside Self-Guided Walking Tour

Discover Bristol's rich history with Helen's self-guided walking tour of the city's harborside. Led by a local expert with 25 years of experience, she'll take you through the heart of the city, showcasing its vibrant culture and fascinating past. From the ruins of the old castle to the SS Great Britain, you'll experience firsthand the transformation of the city over the centuries. With insider re…

4.5(15)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 15 reviews3 h

From £8.99 per person

Above Ground WW2 Tour in Bristol

Step back in time to the first night of the Bristol Blitz. We follow the devastation from the heart of the Old town and into Castle Park to hunt for evidence of WW2. Castle park once was filled with shops theatres and restraunts. Hear about how this was all lost in a single night. See the ruins of St. Peter's church and Temple church before we finish at the Kings Head pub. The Kings Head is a 194…

4.8(11)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 11 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £14 per person

Banksy, Blackbeard and Beyond: A Bristol Self Guided Walking Tour

In 2006, Bristol woke up to find a cheeky mural on a wall — and 97% of residents voted to keep it. That mural by Banksy changed how an entire city thinks about street art. This self-guided audio walking tour takes you there, and through 1,000 years of Bristol's best stories — from the pub where Blackbeard planned his raids and Defoe found Robinson Crusoe, to a medieval clock with two minute hands…

4.5(11)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 11 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £6.85 per person

Afternoon Bath City Tour - Private tour from Bristol with a local guide

The charming UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath is located a short distance from Bristol and is highly recommended as a place to visit. This tour of Bath will give you a great introduction to the city and has the benefits of being a private tour with private transportation to take you to and from Bath. You will have the added benefit of being taken on the tour by a guide who was born and raised i…

5.0(8)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 8 reviews4 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £280 per person

Sip and Paint Parties

Fun and social painting experiences. Sip and Paint is a perfect creative activity for anyone to enjoy. From birthdays to hen parties to single travellers and small groups of friends. Enjoy a sip and paint experience led by an experienced local artist. Everyone will be able to enjoy a fun painting experience and have a canvas to take away with them.

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £45 per person

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