Guidebook for Bristol
Food Scene
Poco Tapas Bar
45 Jamaica StLocal produce, huge variety of small dishes, cool vibe.
Bravas
7 Cotham HillLife-changingly good Spanish tapas and wine.
Amazing Gujarati Indian cuisine cooked by a lovely family. Note: takeaway only.
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Tiffins
151 St Michael's HillAmazing Gujarati Indian cuisine cooked by a lovely family. Note: takeaway only.
One of the best bakeries in Bristol. Try the sourdough or pastries.
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Hart's Bakery
Arch 35 Lower Approach RdOne of the best bakeries in Bristol. Try the sourdough or pastries.
Amazing food from two local friendly "celebrities" :). Canteen seating
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Katie and Kim's Kitchen
41 Picton StreetAmazing food from two local friendly "celebrities" :). Canteen seating
If you fancy treating yourself to something a bit more snazzy, this is the place
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Bell's Diner & Bar Rooms
1-3 York RdIf you fancy treating yourself to something a bit more snazzy, this is the place
Hidden away on Picton St is this great little Italian deli. If you can time it right, try the still-warm arancini (rice balls).
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C & T Licata & Son Ltd
36 Picton StHidden away on Picton St is this great little Italian deli. If you can time it right, try the still-warm arancini (rice balls).
The must-try thing in this market is the "pastel de nata" (egg tarts) from the Portuguese stall.
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St Nicholas Market
42 All Saints LaneThe must-try thing in this market is the "pastel de nata" (egg tarts) from the Portuguese stall.
A great local coffee shop chain, who do very good cream teas. Look out for other branches around the city.
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Boston Tea Party
293 Gloucester RdA great local coffee shop chain, who do very good cream teas. Look out for other branches around the city.
The best of the recent influx of artisan coffee shops that have sprung up in Bristol over the last few years.
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Small Street Espresso
23 Small StThe best of the recent influx of artisan coffee shops that have sprung up in Bristol over the last few years.
While it may not be the best kebab in the world, they are tasty enough and it's hard not to fall in love with the Cypriot couple who run this place. The decor has not changed in at least 30 years but that only adds character!
The Kebab House
6 St Michael's HillWhile it may not be the best kebab in the world, they are tasty enough and it's hard not to fall in love with the Cypriot couple who run this place. The decor has not changed in at least 30 years but that only adds character!
Proper certified "Vera Pizza Napoletana" pizza. Wood fired etc.
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Bosco Pizzeria
96 Whiteladies RdProper certified "Vera Pizza Napoletana" pizza. Wood fired etc.
Flour & Ash
Excellent (best in Bristol?) pizza.
Hard to find as it's below ground. Prob does the best steaks in town. Not cheap though so look out for the early-bird deal.
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The Ox
43 Corn StreetHard to find as it's below ground. Prob does the best steaks in town. Not cheap though so look out for the early-bird deal.
Sightseeing
Wonderful views. I can recommend the guided tours if you are interested in the history of this iconic bridge.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge
Bridge RoadWonderful views. I can recommend the guided tours if you are interested in the history of this iconic bridge.
See the best views of Bristol from the top of Cabot Tower. Free entry.
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Cabot Tower
Park StreetSee the best views of Bristol from the top of Cabot Tower. Free entry.
If you can ignore the fact this building is tied up with Bristol's slave trading past, it's a spectacular bit of architecture.
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Wills Memorial Building
If you can ignore the fact this building is tied up with Bristol's slave trading past, it's a spectacular bit of architecture.
Park Street
Park Street Well known street for shopping
Lots of quirky shops and character. A long road that is worth a wander if you have the time. Start your walk from the bottom of Cotham Brow.
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Gloucester Rd
Gloucester RoadLots of quirky shops and character. A long road that is worth a wander if you have the time. Start your walk from the bottom of Cotham Brow.
Bristol Cathedral
College GreenFree entry. Try to go when a choir recital is happening.
The centre of "Clifton village". This is the poshest part of town with associated shops & people. Worth checking out at least once.
Princess Victoria Street
Princess Victoria StreetThe centre of "Clifton village". This is the poshest part of town with associated shops & people. Worth checking out at least once.
Royal York Crescent
Royal York CrescentAmazing bit of architecture and great views.
Parks & Nature
Ashton Court
Gorgeous in the summer with proper English meadows and deer.
St Andrews Park
Effingham RoadMy favourite park in Bristol
Get up to the "The Downs" to for some wide open spaces and great views of the Avon Gorge from the west end of Circular Road.
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Clifton Down
Stoke RoadGet up to the "The Downs" to for some wide open spaces and great views of the Avon Gorge from the west end of Circular Road.
Essentials
Co-op Food - High Kingsdown
High KingsdownStock up on food and essentials in this small supermarket
Monika's
17 Cotham Rd SMy favourite local convenience store. They stock good somosas and orangina :)
Arts & Culture
If you are a fan of Brutalist architecture, you must visit this cathedral. Go inside for some amazing stained glass and concrete-engraved wall art :)
Clifton Cathedral
Clifton ParkIf you are a fan of Brutalist architecture, you must visit this cathedral. Go inside for some amazing stained glass and concrete-engraved wall art :)
Another of Brunel's great achievements. The inside of this ship has been amazingly restored and is great fun to explore.
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Brunel's SS Great Britain
Gas Ferry RoadAnother of Brunel's great achievements. The inside of this ship has been amazingly restored and is great fun to explore.
Entertainment & Activities
Recently opened after long restoration, this 1920s cinema is a special treat (if you can stomach the ticket prices!)
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Everyman Cinema Bristol
44 Whiteladies RdRecently opened after long restoration, this 1920s cinema is a special treat (if you can stomach the ticket prices!)
Cheap, old-school cinema. Probably the only place you get a nice cup of tea to take into the screening. Waitrose supermarket right next door.
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The Orpheus Cinema
51 Westbury ParkCheap, old-school cinema. Probably the only place you get a nice cup of tea to take into the screening. Waitrose supermarket right next door.
Showcase Cinema De Lux
Glass House LaneThe best of the multiplexes.
Getting Around
Most of the coaches arrive and depart from here. It's an short walk to the house, but I only suggest that if you aren't carrying heavy bags - there is a very steep hill to climb!
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Bristol Bus Station
Most of the coaches arrive and depart from here. It's an short walk to the house, but I only suggest that if you aren't carrying heavy bags - there is a very steep hill to climb!
The route 8 and 9 busses leave from bus stops approximately in this location. These are the closest stops to the house.
1 Cotham Rd
1 Cotham RoadThe route 8 and 9 busses leave from bus stops approximately in this location. These are the closest stops to the house.