The best route which i also followed to travel Bristol in just a day is:
(My route started from train station, Bristol Temple Meads)
1. Bristol Cathedral
It was established in 1140 and as orginally an abbey. Actually, nothing interesting is here but, some events hold in the cathedral and you could be a part of the event. Enterance is free.
2. Bristol Aquarium
It is one of the must-visit places in Bristol. Visitors must buy a ticket for enterance but note that discount available for online ticket. It is different form any aquarium in the UK, because a giant botanic house displayed under the name of Urban Jungle, is featured.
The best time i spent here is when i went though underwater tunnel. I recorded it and you can watch it by clicking the video below.
3. Brusel`s ss Great Britain
This beautiful lady was the most advanced and loggest passenger ship in the world but now is just a ship museum. She was used for transatlantic service between Bristol and New York. It is close to the Aquarium. Enterance is not free and if you are a student, you can get a discount but bear in mind that you have to show student ID.
4. Bristol Boat Tour
The starting point of bout tour traveling trough Bristol is just in front of the exit door of Brusel`s ss Great Britain. I took this tour not just for travelling though river, also for reaching to next destination, Clifton Suspension Bridge. But, the ending point of the tour is not near to the Bridge. After bout tour, you have to walk up the hill. (just 10 min away by foot)
5. Clifton Suspension Bridge
It is the world`s most famous suspension bridge. Its construction was ended in 1864. It is the symbol of Bristol. Visitors who want to listen to the bridge`s story, can take a tour costing just £3.50 per head. But, if you dont want to cross the bridge, there is a fine view of the bridge from nearby benches of Clifton Downs and Observatory Hill.
6. The Observatory
It is next to the bridge. There are seats available there. You can watch the view from Observatory by clicking below:
7. Avon Gorge
Here was used as a defensive gateway to the city. It is the name of canyon and its wild life could attract visitors who would love to natural habitat. There is a bus stop near to Avon Gorge. You can take a bus to wherever you want to get when you are done with your visit.
Enjoy your visit to Bristol...
