Bristol Things to Do

The name says it all - there are live acts most weekends, be they musicians or touring stand-up comedians, as the Bristol Comedy Pub is part of the Jester Comedy Pub Empire (Jesters comedy venue is just across the road). Anythi... more

The infamous Thekla is one of Bristol's oldest clubs located inside an iron ship moored in the harbour. Do not expect super-club glam, do not bother dressing up and definitely do not look for any frills. However, what you can e... more

Do the songs "We are the champions" and "I will Survive" make you wanna get on a table and dance your drunken heart out? If you've got blood pumping in your veins, I bet they do, and I bet you would love Saturday 'Oompah Night... more

Severnshed is a hot spot housed in a former transport shed right on the water's edge is many things to many people. To business people it's great for working lunches in chic surroundings; foodies love its innovative and mostly... more

This pub is allegedly the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson's fictional Spyglass Inn, from his novel "Treasure Island" - look out for the spy-holes, which were used to watch for press-gangs, who were out to capture men and... more

The Sunflower Cafe is on the first floor of the old YMCA building on the corner of St. John's Lane and Wells Road, which now houses the The Power Station Gym. The cafe is vibrantly decorated in bright sunny yellows and vivid gr... more

Walk by the window at the Old Market Tavern and the inviting-looking sofas and armchairs inside are alluring enough to entice your custom. Located in the rather unlovely (and as yet generated) area of Old Market, ten minutes o... more

Like it's place of residency, The Bistro in the Hotel Du Vin offers upscale service to augment an extensive food and drink menu. The Bistro is known throughout Bristol for its extensive wine menu and its up-scale ambiance. Off... more

For a conventional tavern feel, head to this pub. Located in a building that dates back to 1174, Whitehart's offers traditional homemade steak. The drinks menu ranges from Fosters to Strongbow and more. This is a good pick for... more

Built in 1989, the QEH Theatre a unique three-sided auditorium described as "One of the most vibrant theatres in the South West" by the Bristol Evening Post, and provides an atmosphere that is intense yet not intimidating. A wi... more