4 Walking Tours in Bristol to Build a Day Around

1.Blackbeard to Banksy – The Ultimate Walking Tour of Bristol

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,961 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $18Our pick

This two-hour walk links Bristol’s Banksy scene with 1,000 years of city history. Guides including Mike, Owen, Luke, and Henry lead you from the cathedral area through central Bristol to Narrow Quay, pointing out original street art, old buildings, ruined churches, toppled statues, and the former river through the city centre.

“Highly recommend. Great tour with a great guide! Lots of areas of Bristol covered, with interesting history.”

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2.Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,950 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $17Best value

Meet at Bristol’s Corn Exchange for a roughly two-hour walking tour through subterranean passageways, WWII air raid shelters, historic rooms, and rooftop viewpoints. Guides such as Duncan, Theresa, Owen, and Bruce bring Bristol’s Blitz story to life, then finish at St. Nicholas Market, where you can buy lunch from the city’s best street-food stalls.

“Easy to find tour guide. Very informative and interesting Some stairs to access the shelter, minimal walking Highly recommended”

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3.Ghosts, Ghouls & Gallows :The Original Bristol Ghost Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27

Join See Your City for a roughly two-hour ghost experience tied to Bristol’s dark past, with stories of ancient horrors, a historic ocean liner, St Mary Redcliffe, and the Floating Harbour. Some booking details describe a Bristol walk, while the supplied experience information also describes a Zoom tour of London, so confirm the format before paying.

“This was an interesting lockdown activity that took us around London and beyond from our chairs. The slides had interesting facts and graphics. Anna was a friendly, enthusiastic, engaging and informative guide who made us all feel included and welcome, especially through the interactive quiz. Good fun!”

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4.Guided Walking Tour of Bristol Old City and Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Join Mike for a two-hour Bristol walk from College Green through the cathedral, harbour, Queen Square, Old City, and St John on the Wall. You’ll hear commentary through an audio receiver, see Banksy-related street art, learn about Bristol’s merchants and docklands, and finish back at the Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel.

“Our guide Mike was very knowledgeable and personable. He knew his city and loved it and it showed. A fun afternoon.”

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