Self-Guided Walking Tour of Bristol's Harbourside History
Overview
Explore Bristol's harbourside at your own pace on this self-guided walking tour. Hidden treasures and quirky tales lie around every corner, and whether you're a first-time visitor or a curious local, this tour offers a delightful journey through the city's humorous history and lesser-known attractions.
Bristol is a city brimming with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. This walking tour takes you off the beaten tourist track to reveal some of the city's best-kept secrets, from lesser-known alleyways to hidden underground vaults. Join Amanda, who has lived in Bristol for over 23 years, on the cobblestone streets of Bristol's harbourside and be transported through centuries of quirky history and architectural marvels.
You'll discover some of Bristol's iconic landmarks, starting with the awe-inspiring St. Mary Redcliffe Church and the Tramway Rail Monument. As you meander, you'll pass hidden medieval alleyways and hear about ancient burial grounds.
What's Included
- Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it
- Get unlimited, lifetime use of the the virtual tour option
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
The Parish Office
12 Colston Parade, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6RA, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
21 Saint Stephen's Street
Bristol BS1 1EQ, UK
The tour ends at St. Stephen's Church and gardens.
What To Expect
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St Mary Redcliffe Church (pass by)
Quaker Burial Ground (pass by)
Queen Square (pass by)
Bristol Old Vic (pass by)
Bristol (pass by)
The Corn Exchange (pass by)
St John's Church (pass by)
St Stephen's Church (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-110804P674
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it.
- Get unlimited, lifetime use of the the virtual tour option.
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start.
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour.
- Smartphone and headphones.
- Transportation.
- Food and drink.
The minimum age to participate is 6..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Self-Guided Walking Tour of Bristol's Harbourside History is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Self-Guided Walking Tour of Bristol’s Harbourside History will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it
- Get unlimited, lifetime use of the the virtual tour option
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
