We understand that for any first-time visitors to Bristol with specific access needs, high-quality information on accessibility is vital in ensuring that they can enjoy a comfortable stay and experience what this incredible city has to offer. Venues across Bristol offer a range of facilities to improve accessibility for all guests, including neurodiverse visitors and those with physical disabilities, impairments, or medical conditions.
Accessibility Guides
We have worked with AccessAble to provide detailed access information for hotels, attractions, restaurants, shopping centres and other places of interest in Bristol on their individual listings, to make planning your perfect trip easy.
Several of the business listings on our website also include links to their own independently produced AccessAble page, featuring information on everything from parking and physical access to facilities inside the venue such as toilets, reception areas, or hotel rooms. You can find this link by scrolling down to the Accessibility section on individual listings, or by clicking on the ‘Accessibility Facilities’ tab.
AccessAble have also put together a full city guide for Bristol, including accessible pedestrian routes around the city and more.
Mobility Equipment Hire
Daily and long-term hire of mobility equipment including mobility scooters and wheelchairs is available from Bristol Shopmobility, based on the ground floor of Cabot Circus Car Park. PLEASE NOTE: Bristol Shopmobility will be closed for the foreseeable future. Please make sure to monitor their facebook page for updates and please do not travel to them without confirmation that they are open.
Accessible Public Toilets
You can find your nearest accessible public toilet on the Bristol City Council website. There are also numerous public Changing Places toilets around Bristol for visitors with more advanced needs, featuring hoists, curtains, changing benches, and extra space for carers, look at the map below to find out where these are.
Itinerary Inspiration
Start building your itinerary using the lists below:
Don’t miss our guide to accessible travel in the city, or our full list of special offers available to carers at businesses across Bristol.
If you have any questions about accessibility in Bristol, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
