Bristol is an exciting, vibrant city that's small enough to quickly gather your bearings and big enough to have some major attractions. With a refurbished city centre that is easy to explore on foot and a harbourside filled with things to do, Bristol is a great place to visit for a last-minute getaway with family or friends.
Reasons for Staying in Bristol
Bristol's Main Attractions
Bristol is a city immersed in history, art and culture. With unique attractions like Brunel's SS Great Britain, the world's first great ocean liner is open to explore with your family or get transported to a colourful underwater world and see the fantastic fish at Bristol Aquarium .
The Bristol Museum and Art Gallery combines an eclectic art collection with archaeological artefacts and wonders of natural history in the heart of the city, keeping post-impressionists and palaeontologists of all ages entertained.
The Harbourside development is lined with bars, restaurants and art spaces like M-Shed and Watershed, an independent film cinema and media centre.
One thing you can't miss in Bristol is a guided tour of Bristol's street art. Unlike most towns and cities, the majority of the street art in Bristol is world-class, with artists like Banksy leading the movement. The city supports its street artists; if you go on a tour, you will see big, small and building-sized pieces of incredible art.
You can also treat yourself to some retail therapy at Cabot Circus shopping centre, where you'll find various chains, independent shops and restaurants, as well as entertainment like a cinema and mini golf. These are just a few of Bristol's main attractions. Half the fun of Bristol is discovering somewhere new to fall in love with.
Where to Stay in Bristol
The Georgian houses and winding streets of Clifton are really a sight to see. With cafes and shops spilling out into the street, Clifton is the perfect place to while away the time. Clifton, Clifton East and Tyndals Park are great if you want to experience the buzz of Bristol and only be a short walk from the centre. If you want to stay south of the river, Bedminster has some beautiful old buildings, independent shops, and cafes. With Last Minute Cottages, you'll get the best deal wherever you stay, thanks to our best price guarantee, so relax and enjoy your last-minute holiday with your family or friends.
Places to Visit Near Bristol
Wiltshire has some stunning towns and villages in its rolling hills and Cranborne AONB.
Somerset has some of the finest countryside in the country, not forgetting to mention its gorgeous coastline.
Dorset is a beautiful part of the country and an excellent place for a beach holiday after Bristol.
Gloucestershire is a splendid day out from Bristol, with fantastic towns and cities like Gloucester and Cheltenham.
