Shopping comes in all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re looking for a tiny pop-up selling locally designed fashion or a whopping great mall with everything under one roof – this city really is the shopping capital of the South West. Bristol comes in all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re looking for a tiny pop-up selling locally designed fashion or a whopping great mall with everything under one roof – this city really is the shopping capital of the South West.
You can take a leisurely stroll around the Regency streets of Clifton Village and peruse its posh boutiques. You can head to Bristol Shopping Quarter and flit between High Street staples and one-off wonders. Or if retro and vintage tickle your fancy, you can explore the alternative shops of Stokes Croft and Gloucester Road – the latter boasts Europe’s longest street of independent shops.
And there’s more! Park Street & Queens Road is a student mecca just waiting to be explored. Don't let that steep hill keep you from discovering some of the trendiest shops in the city, whether you’re after some pre-loved bargains or going for more old school Americana. If you prefer to shop whilst taking in some local history, have a gander at the many traders in the winding streets of the Old City.
Old Market has a mix. And let’s not forget the magic of the Christmas Steps Arts Quarter, which dates back to the 1600s. You could spend all day just exploring these eight unique streets with their silversmiths, design shops and booksellers.
Wapping Wharf is one of Bristol's newest districts and a hub of exciting independent businesses in shipping containers just a stone's throw from the harbour.
Just off the M4/M5 interchange is The Mall at Cribbs Causeway. Here you'll find all your favourite brands including John Lewis & Partners, conveniently in one place. It's open till late, too, ideal for long Bristol shopping sprees.
Bristol is also marvellous for markets. There are year-round markets such as St Nicholas Market (or St Nick’s as it’s known locally) as well as special seasonal ones. At Christmas time, don’t miss the Mile of Markets which stretches from Bristol Shopping Quarter right down to Brunel’s ss Great Britain on the Harbourside.
Oh, and gift cards can be purchased to spend across the city including the Love Bristol Gift Card and Cabot Circus Gift Card, to spend at a huge selection of independent businesses and well-known brands across Bristol.
