Discover Bristol’s History & Culture Tours

Walks, Collections

Journey through Bristol's history with a walking tour.

  • Preview of Bristol Bus Boycott

    Bristol Bus Boycott

    Broadmead, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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.
    Wheel friendly Refreshments Public transport History Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Discover Bristol's Queer History 🌈

    Discover Bristol's Queer History 🌈

    Redcliff, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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.
    Public toilets Picnic spot History Hilly & steep Dog friendly
  • Preview of The Transatlantic Slave Trade Trail

    The Transatlantic Slave Trade Trail

    City of Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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?
    Water feature Public toilets Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep
  • Preview of Clifton Squares Part 1

    Clifton Squares Part 1

    Hotwells, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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.
    Refreshments Public transport Picnic spot History Botanics
  • Preview of Clifton Squares Part 2

    Clifton Squares Part 2

    Clifton, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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.
    Water feature Great views Refreshments Public transport Picnic spot Hilly & steep
  • Preview of A Black History Tour in Bristol

    A Black History Tour in Bristol

    Montpelier and St Pauls, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    2hr 5m / 3.9km
    Discover some local Black history on this wander through the Montpelier and St Pauls neighbourhoods in Bristol. Refreshments en route.
    Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Bristol City Sculpture Trail

    Bristol City Sculpture Trail

    City centre, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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
    Refreshments Public transport Picnic spot History
  • Preview of Bristol Street Art Tour

    Bristol Street Art Tour

    Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    2hr 20m / 7.4km
    Explore some of the amazing, colourful street art of Bristol. Includes pieces by Banksy and many other well-known artists.
    Water feature Refreshments Public transport History Child friendly
  • Preview of Bristol’s North Street Art Trail

    Bristol’s North Street Art Trail

    Southville, South BRISTOL

    by cdarlow

    by cdarlow

    2 hours / 4.5km
    An arty walk starting in Parson St, concentrating on North Street and finishing at Wapping Wharf.
    Wheel friendly Refreshments Public transport Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Plaques of Central Bristol Part 1

    Plaques of Central Bristol Part 1

    Kingsdown & central Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    1hr 30m / 2.4km
    A short but steep history walk taking in the blue plaques near the city centre.
    Refreshments Public transport Picnic spot History Hilly & steep Botanics
  • Preview of Plaques of Central Bristol Part 2

    Plaques of Central Bristol Part 2

    Central Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    1hr 5m / 1.4km
    A walk through time around Central Bristol.
    Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep Dog friendly
  • Preview of Sea Mills to Blaise Hamlet

    Sea Mills to Blaise Hamlet

    Sea Mills, Bristol

    by seamills100

    by seamills100

    2hr 30m / 6.6km
    A jaunt around Sea Mills to Blaise Hamlet. Great views, idyllic cottages & fascinating history.
    Water feature Public toilets Refreshments Public transport History Dog friendly
  • Preview of Easton to Castle Park

    Easton to Castle Park

    Easton, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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).
    Picnic spot Wheel friendly Child friendly Refreshments Water feature History
  • Preview of A Tour of Bristol Harbourside

    A Tour of Bristol Harbourside

    City of Bristol

    by joed

    by joed

    1hr 10m / 4.6km
    A walk around Bristol’s famous Floating Harbour.
    Public toilets Refreshments Great views Child friendly Water feature Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of Explore Brunel’s Two Bridges

    Explore Brunel’s Two Bridges

    Hot Wells and Clifton

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    38 minutes / 3.1km
    A circular hilly walk starting at the harbour up and over the suspension bridge and down through the woods.
    Parking Public toilets Hilly & steep History Great views Botanics
  • Preview of The Changes Bristol Harbour Tour

    The Changes Bristol Harbour Tour

    Hotwells, Bristol

    by sophswalks

    by sophswalks

    2 hours / 3.9km
    A semi step-free stroll near Bristol’s harbour. Good public transport options. Refreshments en route. Lots to see!
    Water feature Public toilets Refreshments Public transport History Dog friendly
  • Preview of Bristol Wanderlust Walk

    Bristol Wanderlust Walk

    Temple Meads, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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!
    Water feature Great views Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep
  • Preview of Over & under the Suspension Bridge

    Over & under the Suspension Bridge

    Clifton, Bristol

    by brunelsbridge

    by brunelsbridge

    1 hour / 3.8km
    A circular walk of the Suspension Bridge. The route uses public highways & footpaths. It can be steep & muddy. Includes local history facts.
    Great views Public toilets Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep
  • Preview of Rhododendron Walk at Blaise Castle

    Rhododendron Walk at Blaise Castle

    Henbury, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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.
    Water feature Refreshments Public transport Hilly & steep Child friendly Botanics
  • Preview of Barton Hill Heritage Trail One

    Barton Hill Heritage Trail One

    Lawrence Hill, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    30 minutes / 1.1km
    A circular walk including some iconic buildings that remain: University Settlement, St Luke’s Church and the old Cotton Works.
    Wheel friendly Public transport Picnic spot Parking History Child friendly
  • Preview of Barton Hill Heritage Trail Two

    Barton Hill Heritage Trail Two

    Redfield, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    25 minutes / 0.9km
    Come ‘down the Brillas’ on this tour of two former industrial sites and explore the history of the slum clearance.
    Great views Public transport Picnic spot History Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Barton Hill Heritage Trail Three

    Barton Hill Heritage Trail Three

    St Philips, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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.
    Wheel friendly Public transport History Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Barton Hill Heritage Trail Four

    Barton Hill Heritage Trail Four

    Lawrence Hill, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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.
    Public toilets Public transport Picnic spot History Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Blaise Castle Walk - Option 1

    Blaise Castle Walk - Option 1

    Henbury, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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?
    Public toilets Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep Child friendly
  • Preview of Blaise Castle Walk - Option 2

    Blaise Castle Walk - Option 2

    Henbury, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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.
    Public toilets Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep Child friendly
  • Preview of Blaise Castle Walk - Option 3

    Blaise Castle Walk - Option 3

    Henbury,

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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.
    Public toilets Public transport Parking History Hilly & steep Child friendly
  • Preview of St Mary Church & The Royals Walk

    St Mary Church & The Royals Walk

    Henbury, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    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.
    History Child friendly Hilly & steep Picnic spot Public toilets Refreshments
  • Preview of A diversion from Feeder Road

    A diversion from Feeder Road

    Bristol City

    by wfhsusan

    by wfhsusan

    29 minutes / 2.4km
    Leave a busy road and discover Barton Hill's local history on this is linear walk.
    History Wildlife Public transport Picnic spot Water feature
  • Preview of The St George Strollers Walk

    The St George Strollers Walk

    Bristol City

    by wfhsusan

    by wfhsusan

    39 minutes / 3.1km
    Enjoy this celebratory Bristol walk with St George Strollers.
    Public toilets Picnic spot Refreshments Public transport History Water feature

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