Travel Bristol Itinerary:3 days Must-do list in Bristol

Day 1 | Morning

Brunel's SS Great Britain

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-10/21,Thu-Sun,10:00am-6:00pm;Open from 10/22-11/1,10:00am-5:00pm;Open from 11/2-12/31,Thu-Sun,10:00am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 18 GBP

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Great Western Dockyard, Gas Ferry Rd, Bristol BS1 6TY, UK

Bristol's number one attraction, a ship with over 90 years of service has been converted into a museum for exhibitions on maritime history and engineering technology.

Day 1 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Brunel's SS Great Britain, you can head to The Clifton Observatory, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

The Clifton Observatory

Opening Hours: Open from 10:00am-4:00pm

Ticket Price: 4 GBP

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Litfield Rd, Bristol BS8 3LT, United Kingdom

It is a white tower, you can climb the tower to watch, or go down to the bottom of a cave to watch the suspension bridge in the distance. The feeling of going down to the cave and looking at the suspension bridge is also quite good, as if in a parallel time and space. The entire observatory is in the small park next to the bridge, which is also a hilltop, and it feels good to look at it from the railing.

Day 1 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Berkeley Suites is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Berkeley Suites

Set a 10-minute walk from Bristol city centre, Berkeley Suites offers self-catering accommodation with a terrace. Guests can enjoy the restaurant and bar at the Berkeley Square Hotel located nearby. Clifton Village is a 15-minute walk away.The apartments come with a seating area with a flat-screen smart TV, DAB digital radio, free WiFi and a projector, fireplace and parquet floors. The hideaway kitchenette includes a microwave/oven, dishwasher and a De'Longhi coffee machine.An English breakfast is available on request. Guests can enjoy free membership of nearby Nuffield Health pool and gym.The property is located 1 mile from Bristol Zoo Gardens. Bristol Airport is a 20-minute drive away.

Day 2 | Morning

M Shed

Opening Hours: Open on Sat-Sun,10:00am-5:00pm;Closed on Mon-Fri

Ticket Price: 2 GBP

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: Princes Wharf, Wapping Rd, Bristol BS1 4RN

Bristol Harbour Railway is a short steam train experience that really feels like old times. Built in 1870, it has been handed over to the museum as a cultural heritage after 100 years of operation. It is now open to tourists, but only for very limited hours. Check the official website for the exact time.

Day 2 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting M Shed, don’t forget pay a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge.

Clifton Suspension Bridge

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Bridge Rd, Leigh Woods, Bristol BS8 3PA, UK

Located at Avon Gorge, Bristol. It was designed in the 1830s by the talented designer and engineer I.K. Brunel. The main span of the bridge is 214 meters long, which is very suitable for walking. It is said that this is the birthplace of bungee jumping. The lights are lit at night, so it is a beautiful place both day and night.

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Day 2 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Your Stay Bristol Beaufort House is the best places.

Your Stay Bristol Beaufort House

Featuring free WiFi, Alderman Apartments Beaufort House is a redeveloped Georgian house in Bristol. Nestled in the leafy Clifton, the property has private parking available on-site and is decorated with stylish chandeliers and fireplaces. All units include a flat screen TV. There is a seating and/or dining area in some units. All units have a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher and oven. A microwave and kettle are also featured. Each unit features a private bathroom with free toiletries. Towels are offered. Bristol Zoo Gardens is 400 metres from Alderman Apartments Beaufort House, while Bristol Cathedral is 1.7 km away. The nearest airport is Bristol Airport, 11 km from Alderman Apartments Beaufort House.

Day 3 | Morning

St Mary Redcliffe Church

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Sat,8:00am-5:00pm;Open on Sun,7:00am-8:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 30-30 Minutes

Location: The Parish Office, 12 Colston Parade, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6RA, UK

Bristol's famous church, built in the 12th-15th century, is a typical Gothic building. It was once praised by Queen Elizabeth I as the best border church in England. Many locals choose to hold weddings here.

Day 3 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting St Mary Redcliffe Church, don’t forget pay a visit to Bristol International Balloon Fiesta.

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Avon, Bristol BS41 9JN, United Kingdom

When visiting Bristol during August, don't miss the famous hot air balloon festival. The festival lasts for two days. Every morning and evening, there will be a variety of peculiarly shaped hot air balloons rising, which is unprecedented and quite beautiful. In addition to watching, you can book your tickets for a hot air balloon ride in advance and experience the unique feeling of overlooking Bristol from the sky.

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