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Activitate Bristol, England
Bristol Harbourside Self-Guided Walking Tour
din 5
15 recenzii
Despre activitate
Discover Bristol's rich history with Helen's self-guided walking tour of the city's harborside. Led by a local expert with 25 years of experience, she'll take you through the heart of the city, showcasing its vibrant culture and fascinating past.
From the ruins of the old castle to the SS Great Britain, you'll experience firsthand the transformation of the city over the centuries. With insider recommendations on the best places to visit, eat, and drink, this tour offers a unique and immersive way to explore Bristol.
Our self-guided tour allows you to explore at your own pace, take breaks when you need to, and even revisit your favourite spots. The app is designed to provide a seamless experience, with offline maps, audio commentary, and insider recommendations for you to get the most out of your visit.
Whether you're a history buff or just looking to experience the city like a local, Helen's Bristol Experience is the perfect way to discover all that this vibrant city has to offer.
Pe scurt
- Durată
- 2–3 ore
- Confirmare
- Confirmare imediată
- Bilet
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Grup
- Doar grupul tău
- Persoane pe rezervare
- 1–15
- Ghid audio
- engleză
- Ghid scris
- engleză
- Organizator
- Exploro Limited
Vârste: Adulți (4–99 ani)
Ce include
Inclus
- Inclus: Audio guide, videos, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need
- Inclus: Unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app
- Inclus: Helen will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
- Inclus: Email with instructions to activate your tour.
- Inclus: Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
Nu este inclus
- Nu este inclus: In-person Guide
Itinerar
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Millenium Square
10 min
Millennium Square is on a site known as Canon’s Marsh. This was originally marshy land found where the river Frome, flowing from the North-East, joined the Avon, flowing from the East. The land was drained and built on in the early 18th Century. Dive deep in all it's rich history.
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Oprirea 2
5 min
The amphitheatre is popular with skateboarders and you may see some whilst you are here. This is one part of the city where skateboarders are able to ride, whereas in other places you will see anti-skateboarding architecture. Learn all about the historical past and the importance of this awesome place here!
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Pero's Bridge
5 min
Pero’s bridge opened in 1999 and was named in honour of an important local figure in Bristol. But who was this important figure? Why the Bridge has a pair of horn-shaped sculptures? Helen will answer all these questions and give you the whole story on her tour.
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Oprirea 4
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During the Middle Ages, a harbour was developed along the riverside at the confluence of the rivers Avon and Frome. This stood in the approximate location of the present-day fountains. Hear this awesome tale and some recommendations worth visiting around this beautiful area.
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Oprirea 5
15 min
College Green is a popular area for people to congregate in the city. Here you will learn about an important Church (Abbey), some works of art of an extremely famous artist, another beautiful chapel and a museum. Tag along!
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Oprirea 6
5 min
In the past, King Street would have been a busy place, with the hustle and bustle of ship captains, traders and ship workers moving goods back and forth between boats and stores. Imagine these scenes while you hear Helen's awesome stories.
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Oprirea 7
5 min
Queen’s Square is a Georgian park surrounded by trees and cobbled streets. This area used to be marshland that was used for dumping rubbish and weaponry practice. Houses were built here from 1699, beginning with the south side of the square.
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Oprirea 8
10 min
This would have been a busy area in the past and remains busy to this day. This area is a bustling hub in the evening, with bars and fine restaurants, some of which are on boats. But what about its unusual name? What does it say about it's history?
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Castle Park
5 min
Castle Park is the site of the old castle and Bristol’s medieval settlement. Discover its bristling history with Helen.
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Oprirea 10
5 min
This stop has a good view of the Bristol Bridge, with St Peter’s, St Nicholas’ and St Mary Le Port churches in the background. The Bristol Bridge is believed to have been the place where the settlement of Bristol began. Relax, watch and listen to Helen's stories here.
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St Mary Redcliffe Church
5 min
This part of the city is called Redcliffe. The church that you see today is not the original; the church from Henry I’s time fell into disrepair and was rebuilt in the 14th century.
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Redcliffe Caves
10 min
Redcliffe is named after the bright red Triassic sandstone rocks that can be seen from where you’re standing. Houses along Redcliffe Wharf are built above a cave system leading all the way back to St Mary Redcliffe church.
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Oprirea 13
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Bathurst Basin lost its water supply as the New Cut was dug out in 1809. The Ostrich pub (at the entrance to the basin) was built around 1745. It would once have been used by sailors, dock workers and merchants.
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Oprirea 14
10 min
Almost all of the city docks are now closed to cargo ships. The docks are therefore very different today from their very busy trading times of the past. If you look closely enough, you will find lots of evidence of what the city docks were like.
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Oprirea 15
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The Matthew of Bristol is a replica of the original Matthew that John Cabot sailed to the Americas in 1497. This surprisingly small replica ship sailed across the Atlantic to Canada in 1997 to mark the 500th anniversary of Cabot’s journey.
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M Shed
15 min
The M Shed is free to enter museum about Bristol. It is one of the few parts of the harbourside to retain all of its original features and is well worth a visit if you have time.
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Oprirea 17
5 min
Wapping Wharf was formerly used for shipbuilding and repair. This location wasn’t always as pleasant as it is today. In the 1800s, Bristol Docks would have been packed with boats loading and unloading their goods.
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The SS Great Britain was built on this dock. Built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, it was the largest ever and the first ship to be constructed using iron. When the ship was launched in 1843, it was said to be ‘the greatest experiment since the creation’.
Punct de întâlnire și preluare
Toți participanții se întâlnesc la punctul de întâlnire.
Punct de întâlnire
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All our tours are self-guided. You will be led by the GPS in the app. Remember to check the "Before You Go" Section of your ticket and give Pandemic Tours App access to your location!
Punct de final
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The tour ends in a central area of the city centre so you can wander around with the recommendations provided at the end.
Cum folosești biletul
Your Exploro Tour is Ready!
Thanks for booking your self-guided tour with Exploro, we’re excited to help you discover the city at your own pace!
To avoid issues, OPEN THE TOUR A DAY EARLY and check everything loads correctly
Here’s everything you need to get started:
If you DON’T HAVE the Exploro app yet:
1. Download the Exploro app from our website: https://exploro.app
2. Open the app and sign up for a free account.
3. Follow the onboarding steps. When asked, select the platform where you bought your tour (e.g. Viator, TripAdvisor), choose your tour from the list, and enter your booking reference number to unlock it.
4. If you have any trouble unlocking the tour during onboarding, copy and paste the link below in Chrome or Safari (tap Allow if prompted) then enter your booking reference number to unlock it.
Already HAVE the app installed?
1. Make sure you're signed in to your account in the Exploro app
2. Copy and paste this link in Chrome or Safari to open your tour in the app (if asked click on allow):
https://exploro.app/tours/bristol-harbourside-self-guided-walking-tour?source=viator
3. Insert your booking reference number.
Helpful tips:
- Make sure your phone is charged
- We highly recommend bringing a portable charger
- Bring earphones to avoid disturbing others
- Wear comfortable shoes
- The tour is completely flexible — explore anytime
Want to revisit the tour later?
You’ll find it saved under the “Saved” tab in the Exploro app anytime.
It is suggested opening the app a little earlier to familiarize yourself with the interface and to make sure you've given it access to your location. This will ensure you can fully utilize the map function for a seamless experience.
If you have any questions or run into any issues, feel free to contact us at [email protected] or drop a message via WhatsApp at +39 389 644 9134, we're happy to help!
Don't forget to rate the tour when you're done. Thanks!
Enjoy your journey,
The Exploro Team
Anulare
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Bine de știut
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Self-Guided Audio Tour
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