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Bristol is a lively and dynamic city offering group visitors an unbeatable mix of award winning attractions, world class events, enticing shops and markets and a wealth of accommodation options.

Bristol in Brief: History Bristol is the largest city in the South West of England. The prestige of Bristol is reflected in splendid architecture, a rich maritime heritage, a wealth of attractions and beautiful estates and parkland.

Travel and Transport

Bristol is the gateway to the South West and getting to the city has never been easier.

Getting to Bristol: By Road Bordered by the M4 and M5 motorways, and with the M32 bringing you straight into the city centre, travelling to Bristol by Road is very straightforward.
Coach Parking: A. Off Street Coach Parking 1. Maritime Heritage Centre, Harbourside, Central Bristol. Located off Cumberland Road. Access Cumberland Road via Bedminster Bridge at the bottom of Redcliffe Hill or via Merchants Road /Avon Crescent.
Local Coach Firms: Bakers Dolphin If you need to hire a coach for a day or a week, Bakers Dolphin Coach Travel can provide the solution.
Bristol International Airport: Bristol International Airport is located just South of the city is easily accessed via a number of major routes.

Activities and Attractions

There are plenty of things to do in and around Bristol, whether your group is looking for excitment and adventure, shopping or the opportunity to relax and unwind, there really is so much to choose from.

Science and Nature: Bristol boasts a wealth of science and nature attractions from the award-winning Explore-At-Bristol centre to Brunel's world-famous Clifton Suspension Bridge. There are plenty of treasures for groups to explore.
Museums and Galleries: Whatever your group's age or interest, there's bound to be exhibits and displays of appeal in one of Bristol's local museums or art galleries.
Historic Homes and Buildings: Bristol and its surrounds are steeped in history. The area is home to many historic buildings including country estates, castles and churches. England's oldest inhabited Castle is located within a 30 minute drive of the city centre.
Theatre and Group Entertainment: Bristol is not short of entertainment options for groups. Find out more by clicking on the links below...
Sport and Adventure: For sports enthusiasts and groups seeking adventure, Bristol offers everything imaginable.
Shopping in Bristol: A shopper's paradise is no exaggeration.

Shopping in Bristol

Bristol offers some of the best shopping in Britain. Broadmead and The Mall at Cribbs Causeway offer all the top high street names, with Clifton Village and Park Street showcasing more local, independent labels.

Group Friendly Accommodation

The majority of accommodation providers in Bristol and the surrounding area welcome groups.

Eating and Drinking in a Group

When it comes to food and drink your group will be spoiled for choice with Bristol's cafes, bars and award winning restaurants. Tempt your tastebuds with lunch at the harbourside, a relaxing dinner or a gourmet supper.

Tea Stops: Sometimes, it's the simple things in life that are hard to come by, for example...
Restaurants: Visit our Restaurants page.
Cafes and Bars: Visit our Cafes and Bars page.

Group Itineraries and Days Out

Planning an itinerary for a group is not easy, especially if your knowledge of the destination you are visiting is limited...

Bristol Itineraries and Days Out: Here are some suggestions for themed itineraries and days out to help you get the most out of your group trip to Bristol.
Brunel's Bristol: Isambard Kingdom Brunel is most famously associated with Bristol. The greatest engineer of the Victorian era, he left an indelible mark on Bristol, leaving the city with magnificent and beautiful monuments to the age of engineering.
Family Fun: The best way for families to get an overview of what the harbourside has to offer is to get into a boat and explore from the water.
Made in Bristol: Bristol Blue Glass - first made in the 17th century by adding cobalt oxide to the glass-making process, this brilliantly distinctive glass is now known throughout the world.

Group Travel News

Bristol Group Travel News - Spring 2008 Bristol Group Travel News - Summer 2007 Sign up for your copy of Bristol Group News! As a group organiser, it is important that you are kept up to date with all ...

Bristol Group Travel Update 2008: Bristol is the largest city in the South West of England and to many its regional capital. A bustling, lively commercial city set around one of England's most historic harbours.
Bristol Group Travel News - Summer 2007: Wecome to the summer edition of 'Bristol Group Travel News' brought to you by Destination Bristol, the tourism partnership for Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

Bristol Group Bookings Directory

The Directory below has been put together to assist group travel organisers with the efficient organisation of tours and day trips to Bristol.

Tour Guides and Visitor Services

Here to Help! Are you seeking the service of a Blue Badge Guide? Maybe you require a venue to hold a seminar or group function? Perhaps you represent a club or hen party seeking a handling agent to make ...

Bristol Blue Badge Guides: Bristol & South West Tour Guides Bristol and South West Tour Guides offer highly competitive group rates for a variety of coach and walking tours. All staff are fully qualified Blue Badge Guides.
City Tours and Sightseeing: As with any historic city, one of the best ways to see all the sites of interest in Bristol is to take one of the numerous tours on offer.
Educational Tours with the Bristol Ferry Boat Company: Interactive Harbour Tours One hour Harbour tour with fun and active commentary delivered by a presenter.
Handling Agents and Services: The medieval streets of Bristol lend themselves to being explored on foot.

Contact Us

Contact Destination Bristol For more information or assistance with your group visit please contact: Kerrie Grist Tel: 0117 946 2205 Fax: 0117 946 2225 Email: grouptravel@destinationbristol.co.