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You can find some of the best walks in Bristol, UK on the free Go Jauntly app. From the city centre to harbour-side walks and Bedminster to Stoke's Croft rambles. You'll discover some of the best self-guided walking tours on our award-winning walking app.

  • Preview of The Transatlantic Slave Trade Trail

    The Transatlantic Slave Trade Trail

    City of Bristol

    • 2 hours / 4.6km

    A walking tour through Bristol to discover the city’s links to the transatlantic slave trade. Bristol prospered but at what human cost?

  • Preview of Bristol Street Art Tour

    Bristol Street Art Tour

    Bristol

    • 2hr 20m / 7.4km

    Explore some of the amazing, colourful street art of Bristol. Includes pieces by Banksy and many other well-known artists.

  • Preview of Clifton Explorer

    Clifton Explorer

    Clifton, Bristol

    • 1hr 20m / 6.5km

    A circular stroll through Clifton featuring the Botanic Gardens, Clifton Down and views of the Avon Gorge.

  • Preview of Bristol Wanderlust Walk

    Bristol Wanderlust Walk

    Temple Meads, Bristol

    • 2 hours / 6km

    A stroll through central Bristol taking in some of best instagrammable spots in the city. Great for getting that perfect travel shot!

  • Preview of A Black History Tour in Bristol

    A Black History Tour in Bristol

    Montpelier and St Pauls, Bristol

    • 2hr 5m / 3.9km

    Discover some local Black history on this wander through the Montpelier and St Pauls neighbourhoods in Bristol. Refreshments en route.

  • Preview of Rhododendron Walk at Blaise Castle

    Rhododendron Walk at Blaise Castle

    Henbury, Bristol

    • 1hr 15m / 2.9km

    This walk celebrates Rhododendrons in spring. It takes you around the other side of the gorge and up the steep Jacobs Ladder.

  • Preview of Bristol City Sculpture Trail

    Bristol City Sculpture Trail

    City centre, Bristol

    • 1hr 35m / 2.9km

    A circular walk around public sculptures starting outside The Arnofini, Princes St. via College Green and Christmas Steps back to the centre

  • Preview of Durdham Down to Sea Mills

    Durdham Down to Sea Mills

    Bristol City

    • 52 minutes / 4.2km

    A lovely linear walk through The Down’s, into a valley and onto Sea Mills, an old settlement and harbour known as Portus Abone.

  • Preview of Where City Meets Country

    Where City Meets Country

    Ashton Gate,

    • 1hr 5m / 5.2km

    A circular walk from Ashton Gate to Long Ashton. Taking you past a mansion and a deer park!

  • Preview of Circular Walk From Easton

    Circular Walk From Easton

    Easton,

    • 1hr 18m / 6.3km

    A walk for the family taking you through no fewer than 7 parks, 6 play areas & varied scenery.

  • Preview of Gas Lamps & Cut Throats

    Gas Lamps & Cut Throats

    Lockleaze, Bristol

    • 2hr 10m / 6.2km

    A circular walk through Purdown, Stapleton & St. Werburghs. Panoramic views & nature reserves with gas lights to illuminate the darker side

  • Preview of Clifton Squares Part 1

    Clifton Squares Part 1

    Hotwells, Bristol

    • 2 hours / 4.3km

    This walk split into Parts 1&2, covers the Squares of Hotwell, Clifton & central Bristol referring to famous people who have lived in them.

  • Preview of Arnos Vale Woodland Walk

    Arnos Vale Woodland Walk

    Arno's Vale,

    • 1hr 15m / 1.6km

    Explore more hidden places on Arnos Vale woodland walk. Route is a bit more challenging.

  • Preview of Bristol Bus Boycott

    Bristol Bus Boycott

    Broadmead, Bristol

    • 2hr 30m / 4.3km

    A must walk around iconic Bristol sights to learn about the civil rights movement that changed the course of history in the UK.

  • Preview of The Shirehampton Lamplighters Walk

    The Shirehampton Lamplighters Walk

    Shirehampton, Avonmouth

    • 50 minutes / 2.5km

    A beautiful accessible walk along the Avon through a nature reserve and towards the Severn estuary with pub and kids play area. Great views!

  • Preview of The Old City Tour

    The Old City Tour

    College Green, Bristol

    • 40 minutes / 1.8km

    A linear walk from Queen’s Park to Old City. Features brilliant eateries, local legendary shops, markets, bars and more. Something for all.

  • Preview of Explore Brunel’s Two Bridges

    Explore Brunel’s Two Bridges

    Hot Wells and Clifton

    • 38 minutes / 3.1km

    A circular hilly walk starting at the harbour up and over the suspension bridge and down through the woods.

  • Preview of Bristol Three Park Tour

    Bristol Three Park Tour

    Bristol City

    • 1hr 30m / 4.2km

    A walk from Manor Wood to the full length of Willmott Park. A three park challenge! Bring a picnic or a snack and bathe in the greenery.

  • Preview of Conham River Park and Woods

    Conham River Park and Woods

    Hanham, Bristol

    • 25 minutes / 1km

    A tranquil, nature-filled circular along the Avon and then through Avon Valley Woodlands. Step-free on hard surfaces except one small ridge.

  • Preview of Discover Bristol's Queer History 🌈

    Discover Bristol's Queer History 🌈

    Redcliff, Bristol

    • 4 hours / 9.1km

    An epic journey around important LGBTQ+ sites in Bristol. From bars & clubs to hairdressers and historic places of interest. Walk & enjoy.

  • Preview of St Anne’s Wood

    St Anne’s Wood

    Brislington, Bristol

    • 16 minutes / 1.3km

    A peaceful oasis in the valley in Brislington. Step-free option available.

  • Preview of Clifton Squares Part 2

    Clifton Squares Part 2

    Clifton, Bristol

    • 35 minutes / 1.5km

    This walk is the shorter 2nd part of Clifton Squares walk, or it can be done as a stand alone walk. It includes some historical information.

  • Preview of Baddock Wood - Short Loop

    Baddock Wood - Short Loop

    Bristol City

    • 25 minutes / 1.2km

    A short walk around Baddock Wood. Beautiful stream and woods to play in. Great for kids. Some steep bits.

  • Preview of Clifton Village Shop Hopping

    Clifton Village Shop Hopping

    Clifton, Bristol

    • 50 minutes / 1.2km

    After a visit to the Clifton Suspension Bridge, take a stroll around Clifton Village to explore local boutiques, shops & restaurants.

  • Preview of Blaise Castle Walk - Option 2

    Blaise Castle Walk - Option 2

    Henbury, Bristol

    • 50 minutes / 1.5km

    This is the second walk in Blaise Castle. This time it goes through and up one side of the gorge. It gets steeper from the log onwards.

  • Preview of Vintage Shop Hop, Art & Food Tour

    Vintage Shop Hop, Art & Food Tour

    Bristol City Centre

    • 2hr 30m / 4.7km

    This is a linear walk from Old Market to the Bristol Art Gallery & Museum via vintage and indie shops galore. Mooch slowly, enjoy the jaunt.

  • Preview of The Gloucester Road Tour

    The Gloucester Road Tour

    Bristol

    • 1hr 10m / 2km

    Discover Britain’s longest independent shopping street. An amazing place to spend time shop-hopping and supporting local.

  • Preview of Blaise Castle Walk - Option 1

    Blaise Castle Walk - Option 1

    Henbury, Bristol

    • 40 minutes / 1.3km

    This is walk 1 of 5 options which explore the Blaise Castle Estate, this walk takes you up to the Castle. Why not bring a picnic?

  • Preview of Sights & Sounds of Oldbury

    Sights & Sounds of Oldbury

    Bristol City

    • 38 minutes / 3.1km

    A walk with lots of natural wonder for adults & kids to enjoy including: rock dens, river to paddle in and fallen trees to scramble.

  • Preview of Lawrence Western Moor Loop

    Lawrence Western Moor Loop

    Bristol City

    • 50 minutes / 2.3km

    A unique walk in the moor at Lawrence Western. Great for families and peaceful wanders. What can you spot in the reeds? Love it here!

  • Preview of A Walk Along Whitchurch Way

    A Walk Along Whitchurch Way

    Brislington, Bristol

    • 37 minutes / 3km

    A linear walk from Callington Road Tesco and then along the Whitchurch way railway path. Retrace your steps at the end if you need to.

  • Preview of The Kings Weston House Short Loop

    The Kings Weston House Short Loop

    Kingsweston,

    • 25 minutes / 1.2km

    An easy walk around King's Weston House great court and past The Echo. Enjoy the woodlands, the rill, the view and beautiful gardens.

  • Preview of Easton to Castle Park

    Easton to Castle Park

    Easton, Bristol

    • 38 minutes / 3.1km

    Walk from Easton, along the river past temple meads and explore Castle Park year round. Refreshments en route. (More to be added soon).

  • Preview of Stocking up on urban nature

    Stocking up on urban nature

    Stockwood, Bristol

    • 1hr 5m / 3.2km

    A nature-rich walk through the open space and woodland habitats of the nature reserve. There are some brief hilly sections & uneven ground.

  • Preview of Blaise Castle Walk - Option 3

    Blaise Castle Walk - Option 3

    Henbury,

    • 35 minutes / 1.4km

    This is the third walk option, Kings Weston Down Walk. Explore some of the lost history of the estate Roman and iron age past.

  • Preview of The Mina Road Tour

    The Mina Road Tour

    College Green, Bristol

    • 2 hours / 3.2km

    A local high street tour along Mina Road, showcasing lots of independent businesses to support along the way. Ends at a city farm and pub.

  • Preview of The Bristol Wind Turbine Walk

    The Bristol Wind Turbine Walk

    Bristol City

    • 30 minutes / 1.7km

    A close up of a couple wind turbines in Avonmouth from Lawrence Western. Connects from LW Moor walk

  • Preview of St Phillips Greenway Wander

    St Phillips Greenway Wander

    Bristol City

    • 35 minutes / 2.5km

    A walk along the St Phillip Greenway linking the Dings by Temple Meads to Avon Meads Retail Park. Lovely views over the river.

  • Preview of Dundridge Park and Conham Vale

    Dundridge Park and Conham Vale

    Bristol City

    • 30 minutes / 1.6km

    A short walk through Dunridge Park and Conham Vale. Cafe and toilets on site and dog friendly too.

  • Preview of Knowle Three Park Challenge

    Knowle Three Park Challenge

    Knowle, Bristol

    • 1hr 5m / 2.7km

    Fancy some cracking views across Bristol while enjoying three local green spaces? You've come to the right place 😁. Very hilly in sections.

  • Preview of Oldbury Court Short Stroll

    Oldbury Court Short Stroll

    Bristol City

    • 15 minutes / 1.2km

    Short wheelchair accessible walk through Oldbury Court Park. Has a great play area and firm footpaths. Great for kids!

  • Preview of St Mary Church & The Royals Walk

    St Mary Church & The Royals Walk

    Henbury, Bristol

    • 50 minutes / 1.5km

    Another alternative walk on the grounds of Blaise Castle estate. On this visit the Royals open space, the church and an important memorial.

  • Preview of Saltmarsh Drive Open Space & Farm

    Saltmarsh Drive Open Space & Farm

    Lawrence Weston, Bristol

    • 1hr 15m / 2.3km

    Take a nature break through an orchard, meadow and scrubland. Then visit the community farm which is free to enter.

  • Preview of Barton Hill Heritage Trail One

    Barton Hill Heritage Trail One

    Lawrence Hill, Bristol

    • 30 minutes / 1.1km

    A circular walk including some iconic buildings that remain: University Settlement, St Luke’s Church and the old Cotton Works.

  • Preview of The East Street Tour

    The East Street Tour

    Bedminster, Bristol

    • 45 minutes / 1.8km

    A tour of some of the gems of East Street. Full of foodie delights, lovely cafes, great shops, a city farm & more. Kids will enjoy this too!

  • Preview of Hidden Green Spaces & Mosaics

    Hidden Green Spaces & Mosaics

    Redfield, Bristol

    • 50 minutes / 2.1km

    A circular route with some steeper sections. It’s mostly wheel-friendly except some kerbs at road crossings. Fine for buggies.

  • Preview of The Filton Avenue Tour

    The Filton Avenue Tour

    College Green, Bristol

    • 20 minutes / 1km

    A mini shop-hopping walk along Filton Avenue with lots of independent businesses to visit along the way.

  • Preview of The Fishponds Road Tour

    The Fishponds Road Tour

    Fishpond, Bristol

    • 2hr 20m / 4.7km

    Enjoy a walk along Fishponds Road supporting small and local businesses as you go.

  • Preview of The Church Road Shopping Tour

    The Church Road Shopping Tour

    Lawrence Hill, Bristol

    • 30 minutes / 1.4km

    A tour along some of Church Road’s brilliant independent shops. Nip in and shop and support local. Enjoy street art & parks along the way.

  • Preview of The Stapleton Road Tour

    The Stapleton Road Tour

    Bristol

    • 1 hour / 3.2km

    A long walk exploring the shops of Stapleton Road. A short detour takes you along the popular St Mark’s Road too.

  • Preview of Barton Hill to Temple Meads

    Barton Hill to Temple Meads

    Redfield, Bristol

    • 40 minutes / 2.6km

    Walk from Barton Hill to the station via local green spaces and shared paths. Refreshments & toilets en route. Wheel friendly, some kerbs.

  • Preview of Willmott Park Lunchtime Stroll

    Willmott Park Lunchtime Stroll

    Bristol City

    • 15 minutes / 0.9km

    A stroll through the length of Willmoth Park, slides skate parks green space and play areas.

  • Preview of Filwood Park Wildflowers Step-free

    Filwood Park Wildflowers Step-free

    Knowle, Bristol

    • 15 minutes / 0.5km

    A great lunchtime stroll exploring the wildflowers and mini water habitats in Filwood. Enjoy a library visit and playground en route.

  • Preview of Netham Park Puzzle Walk

    Netham Park Puzzle Walk

    Redfield, Bristol

    • 30 minutes / 0.7km

    A kid-friendly puzzle hunt around Netham Park that ends at the playpark. Suitable for 5-10 yo’s. Lots of fun for all to enjoy.

  • Preview of Barton Hill Heritage Trail Four

    Barton Hill Heritage Trail Four

    Lawrence Hill, Bristol

    • 35 minutes / 1.1km

    A circular walk taking in a Victorian stink pipe drain, a hidden brook named the Wain & history of local trains! Step-free but some kerbs.

  • Preview of Monks Park Meander

    Monks Park Meander

    Bristol City

    • 19 minutes / 1.5km

    Take a nature-filled walk around Monks Park, close to Southmead Hospital.

  • Preview of Community Farm & Nature Connection

    Community Farm & Nature Connection

    Lawrence Weston, Bristol

    • 30 minutes / 1km

    Enjoy a stroll through the orchard and around the woodland at the farm. Free to enter and mostly step-free with some uneven surfaces.

  • Preview of Bamfield and Briery Leaze Explorer

    Bamfield and Briery Leaze Explorer

    Hengrove, Bristol

    • 35 minutes / 1.5km

    Enjoy peace and nature on this jaunt that links up two local green spaces and a community orchard. Toilets and refreshments en route.

  • Preview of Barton Hill Heritage Trail Three

    Barton Hill Heritage Trail Three

    St Philips, Bristol

    • 30 minutes / 1km

    A circular walk of rhubarb and royalty! Learn about current and former heritage sites of the area. Step-free but some kerbs.

  • Preview of Sand Martin Spotting & Park Life

    Sand Martin Spotting & Park Life

    Redfield, Bristol

    • 45 minutes / 1.8km

    A circular, step-free route around Netham Park. Suitable for off road buggies but not wheelchairs. Nature & local history en route.

  • Preview of Hengrove Park & Mounds Puzzle Walk

    Hengrove Park & Mounds Puzzle Walk

    Hengrove & Whitchurch Park Ward, Bristol

    • 50 minutes / 1.6km

    A kid-friendly puzzle hunt around the mounds that ends at the playpark. Suitable for 5-10yo’s. Lots of fun for all to enjoy.

  • Preview of Hartcliffe Farm Fun

    Hartcliffe Farm Fun

    Hartcliffe, Bristol

    • 1 hour / 2.6km

    Head on this circular loop around Hartcliffe, enjoying the fabulous city farm and local green spaces.

  • Preview of Barton Hill Heritage Trail Two

    Barton Hill Heritage Trail Two

    Redfield, Bristol

    • 25 minutes / 0.9km

    Come ‘down the Brillas’ on this tour of two former industrial sites and explore the history of the slum clearance.

  • Preview of Hidden Histories in Barton Hill

    Hidden Histories in Barton Hill

    Redfield, Bristol

    • 25 minutes / 1.7km

    A circular walk through local green spaces and reminders of the area's history. Wheel-friendly but does have some kerbs at road crossings.

  • Preview of Hawkfield Meadow Magic

    Hawkfield Meadow Magic

    Hartcliffe, Bristol

    • 15 minutes / 0.4km

    A wonderful, wildlife-rich walk through this remnant countryside patch of grassland. A linear route perfect for a quick nature fix.

  • Preview of NHS Southmead Stroll

    NHS Southmead Stroll

    Bristol City

    • 14 minutes / 1.1km

    A scenic wander around tranquil green spaces, Japanese gardens and the Orchid. Please note there are some steps after the allotment.

  • Preview of Filwood and Hengrove Park Ramble

    Filwood and Hengrove Park Ramble

    Knowle, Bristol

    • 45 minutes / 2.2km

    A great lunchtime stroll connecting two parks with plenty of wildflowers along the way. Enjoy a library visit and playground en route.

  • Preview of Barton Hill Green Space Explorer

    Barton Hill Green Space Explorer

    Redfield, Bristol

    • 35 minutes / 1.4km

    A circular walk through local green spaces uncovering a disappeared river location. It is wheel friendly but does have some kerb crossings.

  • Preview of NHS Perimetre Plod

    NHS Perimetre Plod

    Bristol City

    • 20 minutes / 1.6km

    A quiet walk with playing fields, benches and Rose gardens.

  • Preview of A Bimble Around Netham Park

    A Bimble Around Netham Park

    Redfield, Bristol

    • 25 minutes / 1.5km

    A circular walk taking in Netham Park, small green spaces and local history. The route has steps and small, steep sections.

  • Preview of NHS Peaceful Promenade

    NHS Peaceful Promenade

    Bristol City

    • 16 minutes / 1.3km

    Take a mini walk around the hospital grounds. Animal statues, nature areas & picnic benches en route.

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