Bristol Things to Do

If you want a bit of exercise, countryside and sightseeing, you can't go far wrong cycling from Bristol to the "jewel of the west country", the nearby city of Bath. Luckily for you there's a dedicated cycle path all the way to... more

Established back in 1976,the Windmill Hill City Farm was the first outside of London and is just half a mile from the city centre. It is a good choice for those of you with kids; they love it here and it's enjoyed by tens of th... more

Although only fifteen minutes away from the city centre, you feel in the heart of the countryside here at this farm. Kids love it: the sheep, goats, cattle, ducks, rabbits and especially the pigs, are all very popular and you c... more

Tired of the civilized pleasures of Bristol? Then you need a gnu! Even if you prefer your four-footed friends in a painting by Stubbs, you'll find the zoo a very enjoyable experience, because over 300 different species are set... more

Is it a pub, or is it a wine bar? This place, right in the middle of posh Clifton Village, has styled itself as a classic wine bar, complete with candles on the table and blackboard advertising the food options - which ranges f... more

Relleno Loco is a cafe inside Motion Ramp Park, formerly called SK8 and Ride. Located in the middle of inner city blight and industry and not easy to find - it's located behind Bristol's main railway station (turn left four tim... more

This place is a bit of a curiosity - although it's in the heart of the city, because it's inside a university building, the general public tend to assume they can't go in. Well, they can! You just have to ask the porters inside... more

Although looking a little down-at-heel these days, this place is still worth a visit, if only because it's the city's oldest pub. Licensed in 1606, it still retains some historical character (although it is unfortunately surrou... more

Modern youthfulness and traditional elegance come together at this venue, right in the city centre. The walls vibrate to the loud club anthems that pour forth from the DJ?s crows-nest, situated just above the floor area. The hi... more

Bristol's largest music venue, with a capacity of just under 2,000, is one of the few places in the city to see big name performers. It's actually quite an impressive old building, which is now slightly shabby, although a face-... more