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Dog Friendly Bristol - Dog at Ashton Court: Credit Faye Batchelor

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Dog-Friendly Things To Do in Bristol

Bring your faithful friend on a break to visit Bristol with you and find pooch-perfect things to do and see which are totally dog-friendly.

Scroll through our list below and discover pawesome places where dogs are welcome. Well-behaved woofies can hop aboard sightseeing trips along the harbour with Bristol Ferry Boats and certain Bristol Packet Boat Trips. There are also plentry of attractions who accept pups, such as Tyntesfield, Blaise Castle, Old Down Country Park and Ashton Court Estate - meaning your waggy friend can enjoy Bristol just as much as you on your city break.

Bristol also provides plenty of stick-throwing opportunities with hundreds of beautiful parks and green spaces, offering plenty of outdoorsy fun where your dog can run off some steam, explore and have a holiday of their own. Particular favourites of local dog owners include Ashton Court Estate on the outskirts of the city, with over 850 acres of enchanting wide-open green space and woodland, The Downs with spectacular views over the Avon Gorge and Clifton Suspension Bridge or Castle Park and Queen Square in the city-centre, for a sightseeing break. For more walkies inspiration check out our 'Top 10 dog walks in Bristol' blog.

We're also very close to the countryside of Somerset, Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds for long country walks and even more freedom. Such variety makes Bristol one of the most pawfect dog-friendly cities in the UK.

If you've decided to take the plunge (into the pond!) and book a break in Bristol, be sure to check out our list of dog-friendly places to stay, where even the most pampered of pooches will feel at home.

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Westonbirt, The National Arboretum

S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

Arboretum with over 15,000 rare and beautiful trees, all set in 600 glorious, easy-to-stroll Cotswold acres
Somerset Rural Life Museum

Bristol & Bath

Visitors to Somerset Rural Life Museum can explore Somerset’s rural and social history from the 1800s onwards. Dogs are allowed in the yard and cafe but not in the galleries.
Bristol Ferry Boats

Harbourside

Well behaved dogs are allowed on all cruises, except booze cruises.
Flourish Foodhall

Saltford

Flourish Foodhall & Kitchen believes in good food bringing family and friends together, so why shouldn't your pup have the same? Including a kitchen pet menu, dog treat refill station and gifts in the homeware shop.
Martin Parr Foundation

Arnos Vale

The Martin Parr Foundation supports and promotes photography from the British Isles through a regular programme of exhibitions and events. Events include artist talks, educational workshops, book signings and seminars.
Bristol Cathedral

Central Bristol

Everyone is welcome to explore Bristol Cathedral including well-behaved dogs on leads.

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Free
Banksy Bristol Trail by Cactus Apps

Central Bristol

Visit Banksy artworks in his home town with our unique easy-to-follow smartphone app for iPhone and Android. The interactive map guides you easily around the remaining Banksy artworks in Bristol.
Cheddar Gorge & Caves

Cheddar

Experience the wonder of an all-season dog friendly day out at Cheddar Gorge & Caves. Discover six great attractions including two spectacular show caves and a stunning Cliff-Top walk.
Oldbury Court and Snuff Mills

Fishponds

Enjoy a great family day out with woodland and riverside walks, an arboretum and large children's playground.

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Free
Castle Park and St Peter's Church

Bristol Shopping Quarter

A picturesque park offering a quiet place to sit or stroll, right alongside the tranquil waters of the city harbour
Troopers Hill Nature Reserve

An award-winning local nature reserve and former mine in east Bristol that overlooks the River Avon.
Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill

West End

A century-old 105ft tower, set in the gorgeous parkland of Brandon Hill near Park Street in the West End.

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Free
The Downs

Clifton

Consisting of Clifton Down and Durdham Down, this is a huge area of protected parkland on the edge of the city
Queen Square

Old City

A magnificent Georgian park area in the heart of Bristol, surrounded by trees and cobbled streets.
RSPB Ham Wall Nature Reserve

Somerset

Explore Ham Wall a special place teeming with wildlife. Dogs are welcome on the main reserve path and public footpath (Ham Wall loop) only.
Blackbeard to Banksy the Ultimate Bristol Walking Tour

Central Bristol

Combine the fascinating history of Bristol with the city's best street art on this tour which takes in many of the sights and interesting facts.
St. Nicholas Market and Air Raid Shelter Walking Tour

Central Bristol

Discover Bristol's biggest public air raid shelter, explore the historic Old City and experience the nation's No. 1 covered market. Join Bristol’s only subterranean tour for a journey from beneath the streets to above the rooftops. This unique tour…
Bristol Central Library

Central Bristol

The Central Library contains the Lending centre, Learning Centre, Children's, Music and Business, Art and Local History libraries along with the Family History, Drama Collection and the Reference Library.

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