Is Bristol worth visiting?

Yes, Bristol is worth visiting. It is a vibrant city in southwest England with a rich maritime history, a diverse cultural scene, and plenty of attractions, including historic landmarks, museums, art galleries, and a bustling waterfront area.

How do I spend a day in Bristol?

To spend a day in Bristol, start with a visit to the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge and enjoy the views. Explore the vibrant Harbourside area, visit the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, take a boat tour along the River Avon, and end the day with a stroll through the historic streets of the Old City, stopping at local cafes and pubs for a taste of Bristol's lively atmosphere and unique charm.

Is Bristol a walking city?

Yes, Bristol is a great city for walking. Many of its main attractions, such as the Harbourside area, historic Old City, and Clifton Suspension Bridge, are easily accessible on foot. Exploring the city by walking allows you to appreciate its vibrant street art, architectural gems, and lively atmosphere.

How long should I spend in Bristol?

The ideal duration to spend in Bristol depends on your interests and how much you want to explore the city. For a well-rounded experience, plan to spend at least 2 to 3 days in Bristol. This timeframe allows you to visit major attractions, immerse yourself in the local culture, and enjoy the city's vibrant atmosphere without feeling rushed.

Bristol Holiday Cottages

Bristol Holiday Cottages

Bristol is a bustling cultural hub that straddles the River Avon. The buzzing city offers visitors the chance to enjoy the amenities and attractions of urban life as well as the beautiful countryside that surrounds. A stay in Bristol needn't mean a high-rise hotel or pricey room; the area is also home to many cosy, charming holiday homes. Take your pick from luxury holiday rentals with hot tubs, idyllic shepherds huts and dog-friendly cottages a short walk from the city centre.

It's a great base to explore the stunning countryside of North Somerset and the limestone crags of Mendip Hills. In Bristol city itself, you can embrace the area's rich maritime history with a visit to SS Great Britain or enjoy an exhibition at one of the local art galleries. Step outside the city to enjoy outdoor pursuits, hikes, and lots of spectacular scenery. The city is easy to reach with trains coming into Temple Meads station and the Clifton Suspension Bridge connecting Bristol to Somerset.

We have a fantastic team on hand to help you find the best area of Bristol for your getaway, as well as the ideal holiday home for your needs. We have big homes for large groups and special occasions, pet-friendly homes to ensure Fido feels just at home as you, and quirky properties that will offer you something different during your stay. We have thousands of homes to choose from - at just the click of a button - and our best price guarantee means you'll get the best price too!

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Bristol is a beautiful holiday destination, but it's also surrounded by other wonderful places to stay. From the historic city of Bath to the seaside town of Weston-Super-Mare, there's something for everyone in this corner of the UK.

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Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

J - Verified booking

Golden Valley Barn is a stunning holiday cottage.

From the moment you go through the electric gates to the property and see the lovely gardens you drive down the short lane, you know you are in for a treat! The property is situated in a very peaceful rural area, however the delightful market town of Thornbury is less then 10 minutes away and has lots of lovely restaurants, bars, shops and supermarkets that you would need. We were only the second guests to stay at the property, it only opened for business a few short weeks ago, but it is going to be hugely popular as the owners have worked hard to make this barn a real home from home. You can see from the photographs that is is beautifully decorated, and it has a lovely terrace which you don't see in the pictures. A barn style carport is a work in progress, however the property offers lots of parking. We were chuffed to have found this little gem..and as we now have family in the area (we stayed for our niece's wedding in Oldbury) we really hope to visit again in the future.

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Sylvia - Verified booking

We had a lovely holiday 'covid style', isolating so sadly not accessing local attractions although we visited Tynstesfield N.

T property and drove through Clevedon which unfortunately had decided to ban all car parking along the front, why could they not have had at least alternate parking bays made available? As a result side streets were jam packed with cars - possibly for the residents and few visitors. Shame, because Clevedon looked delightful. The location of the Boundary Barn gives 180 views of beautiful countryside with every shade of green, yellow and bronze - and with sheep of course. Unfortunately without a Sat Nav finding it was tricky on the drive down to Dundry but we cracked it in the end - part of Somerset's charm is the winding roads which can take you in circles even with an old fashioned map to guide you.. We had beautiful weather which was a bonus, and walks to the local dairy each day for fresh milk from Guernsey cows was a joy. Our hosts Andrew and Erica made us most welcome on arrival and unobtrusive hosts, we knew if we had need them they were always there.

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Tina - Verified booking

We have just returned from a relaxing and peaceful holiday at Boundary Barn.

It's set at the top of a valley, so the views were amazing. Being able to watch the funny spring lambs was lovely. The Barn had everything you need and it was very clean. We enjoyed walking from the barn across the numerous footpaths, byways and bridleways. The countryside was stunning. The wildflowers were beautiful. A visit to the Chew Valley and Blagdon lakes was a lovely day out, if you go to the fishing tackle shop at Woodford Lodge at Chew Valley lake sailing club, you can buy a day permit ticket for Â£6 each, this allows you to walk or drive around these beautiful lakes. We saw an Osprey, Barn Owl, Little Egrets, Herons, Sandpipers, and a new sighting for us, Garganey dabbling ducks. The grasses around the lake were filled with wildflowers including Early purple Orchids. There's also a restaurant at Woodford Lodge. Thank you for a lovely stay at Boundary Barn.

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Marieke - Verified booking

We had the most wonderfull time in Golden Valley Barn.

A very warm welcome with fresh flowers, eggs and amazing selfbaked cupcakes. And Catherine even made us cupcakes a second time. We were so lucky. Catherine and Vic are great hosts, they made us feel so welcome. They respect your privacy but are always available when you have questions or when you want some travel tips. The barn itself is spotless clean and has all you need. 2 bathrooms, very good beds and a whole garden and garage for yourself. The kitchen is very well equiped, with all new pans and good oven(s). It's a delight to cook in this kitchen. The location was a perfect base for us to explore the Cotswolds, Wales, Bath, Oxford and even Exmoor NP. Over all we had a great time and like to thank Catherine and Vic for their lovely hospitallity and all good care. It was really nice to meet you! Kindest regards, Zeth, Adriaan, Marieke

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Sharon - Verified booking

This was the first time we have booked a cottage and we really enjoyed it.

The cottage is just 5 miles from Bristol and is a great base to discover the local area. It has beautiful views over the rolling hills and the owners were very welcoming even giving us some milk so we didn't need to go to the shops when we arrived. It had a well-equiped kitchen including washing up liquid, dishcloths, and tea towels. There were lovely toiletries provided in the shower rooms and it was well decorated throughout. At one end of the lane, there is an ice cream parlour well worth a visit and a pub at the other end. We visited Bristol Docks, Clifton Suspension Bridge, Glastonbury, the Cheddar Gorge and Weston Super Mare all very easy to get to. Lots of little villages with country pubs close by too.I can't recommend it enough. We will definitely be visiting again. Thank you Andrea and Graham.

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Holiday Cottages in Bristol

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1 Bed Cottage in Langford

Ref: S409950

Bristol

Boundary Barn

Ref: S174008

Reviews 41

Bristol

Golden Valley Barn

Ref: S172794

Reviews 46

Bristol

ota Test Property - Do not book

Ref: S1029239

Bristol

The Old Parlour

Ref: S69850

Reviews 48

Bristol

2 Bed Cottage in Stanton Drew

Ref: S229416

Bristol

Stag Residence: Modern Serviced Accomodation

Ref: S972540

Bristol

Balloon Residence: Modern Serviced Accomodation

Ref: S972547

Bristol

The Alma Taverns Boutique Suites - Room 5 - Hopewell

Ref: S308633

Bristol

Kelston View by Cliftonvalley Apartments

Ref: S920050

Bristol

Self-Contained 1BR Flat with Free Parking & WiFi

Ref: S1061464

Bristol

Chic Urban Haven with Double Bed House

Ref: S1038381

Bristol

Grayle House by Cliftonvalley Apartments

Ref: S940515

Bristol

Temple Wall - Families, Contractors - FREE PARKING by Prescott Apartments

Ref: S950295

Bristol

Modern 2Bed House, Free Parking, NR Parkway Station and UWE

Ref: S1227060

Bristol

Well Coach House by Cliftonvalley Apartments

Ref: S956334

Bristol

Bright Two Bedroom House with Parking and Garden

Ref: S1043698

Bristol

Private 2Bed-Parking-Sleeps5-By FabAccommodation

Ref: S985280

Bristol

Immaculate 3-Bed House in Bristol with fast wifi

Ref: S935295

Bristol

The Wave Cottage - 3 Bedroom with off road Parking for 3 Cars or Vans & EV point

Ref: S989010

Bristol

Brett Stays - Newly Refurbished Gem - Perfect - Alexa - Sleeps 6

Ref: S938822

Bristol

Woodland House by Cliftonvalley Apartments

Ref: S1065008

Bristol

Sparrowbill House by Cliftonvalley Apartments

Ref: S927528

Bristol

Relaxation by Olauda SA - 3 Bed House with Free Parking

Ref: S917789

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