Your Visit

So you’re planning a trip to Bristol? Or maybe you are already here? Either way, we want to make your visit to Bristol as easy and enjoyable as possible. In this section you’ll find all the important information that you might need when visiting Bristol.

Perhaps you want to know more about the different Areas of Bristol? Or how to get here and get around? Browse the articles and pages below and plan your visit. If you need extra help, then you can also contact the Tourist Information Centre.

Bristol Maps

Explore our maps section to help plan your visit to Bristol or navigate your way around the city. There are also district maps , parking maps and street art maps availble to view and download. 

Tourist Information Centre

Our excellent Tourist Information Centre located on Bristol Harbourside in the centre of the city and is open year-round. You can contact them in advance of your trip for information or pop in when you are here for help with accommodation booking, local transport tickets, information on things to do and places to eat in Bristol and free wifi. You can even exchange and spend the Bristol Pound here

Visitor Guide

Read and download our free official visitor guide, with handy maps and information on what to do in Bristol. You can also pick up a free copy at locations across the city including the Tourist Information Centre, hotels, restaurants, shopping centres, Bristol Airport and Bristol train, bus and coach stations.

Getting here and getting around

Find out how to get to Bristol including information about road, rail, bus and coach and air links. Once you've arrived plan your travel around Bristol with the TravelWest journey planner and find places to park in Bristol, information on public transport, plus cycling and walking routes.

Areas of Bristol

The city of Bristol and the neighbouring region is made up of a series of districts and areas, each with its own unique character and charm. Explore these in our areas sections

Accessibility

Find our more about Access for All in Bristol, including details on accessible places to stay and accessible attractions and things to do. We have worked alongside Disabled Go to help provide information on venues across the city. You can also contact the Tourist Information Centre with any specific requests and they will be happy to help you plan the very best stay in Bristol.

Online Shop

Missed out buying your perfect bristol souvenirs while you were here? Or looking for a gift for your Bristol-loving relatives? Browse our online shop to buy locally-made goods, prints, gifts and clothes and have Bristol sent to your front door.

Groups

Bristol welcomes groups from all over the world. If you’re a group organiser take a look at our Groups section with information about places to stay, itineraries and places to eat. Or get in touch for more information. 

LGBT

Find out all about Bristol's two award-winning gay villages, world-class LGBT festivals and thriving LGBT nightlife. Find out more here.

Study

Are you heading to Bristol to Study? With two world-class universities and a whole host of language schools and higher education facilities, you've made an excllent choice. Find out more here.

Once you've sorted out all the practical stuff for your visit to Bristol, it's time to get creative! Visit our Inspire Me, Things To Do, Accommodation and What's On sections to find things to do and see and places to stay in the city and the wider region.