We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
Free Newsletter

Interested in Bristol?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Bristol each week.

Nearby Cities
You may also be interested in these cities within five miles of Bristol:
Explore the world! TripAdvisor has reviews and information on over 400,000 locations, including:
Hotels

Explore other Bristol resources:

Visiting Bristol, RI


Add Videos
Add Photos
Free Bristol Guide

Get your quick guide to the top hotels, restaurants and things to do.

Bristol
Click map pins for more information.
Sponsor:
view map of Bristol
Vacation rentals are ideal for your longer stay.
Spend time in Bristol
Vacation rentals are ideal for your longer stay.
Find a rental»

Top Deals for

Deals by BookingBuddy®
Other Destinations
Popular Rhode Island Destinations
Middletown Hotels
Narragansett Vacation Rentals
Newport Hotels
Providence Hotels
Westerly
Find Cheap Flights to Providence

Traveler Advice on Bristol

9 Hotels & Accommodations

Find out more on these B&Bs
Hotel Quick Search – Find hotels travelers trust
mm/dd/yyyy mm/dd/yyyy
Go to Bristol Hotels & Accommodations

8 Things to Do

View all Bristol attractions
View all 2 Traveler Articles
Go to Bristol Things to Do

56 Restaurants

View all Bristol restaurants

Before You Go

  • Traveler Articles – Advice from real travelers
View all 2 Traveler Articles on Bristol
Free Bristol Guide

Get your quick guide to the top hotels, restaurants and things to do.

Go to Bristol Before You Go

Weather

 | 
Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Precip
Dec
41°F 5°C
26°F -3°C
3 in 8 cm
Jan
34°F 1°C
19°F -7°C
3 in 9 cm
Feb
38°F 3°C
22°F -5°C
3 in 7 cm
Mar
44°F 6°C
28°F -2°C
4 in 11 cm
Apr
56°F 13°C
37°F 2°C
4 in 9 cm
May
65°F 18°C
46°F 7°C
3 in 8 cm
Extended Forecast
Wednesday
Dec 2
Hi:
52°F 11°C
Lo:
47°F 8°C
Thursday
Dec 3
Hi:
65°F 18°C
Lo:
36°F 2°C
Friday
Dec 4
Hi:
49°F 9°C
Lo:
31°F 0°C
More weather for Bristol
Powered by
Weather Underground

Reviews you can trust

“Great location, really shabby rooms”

Bristol Harbor Inn

2 of 5 stars
lstrasser
Philadelphia
Nov 30, 2009

My husband and I were excited to stay here, as we had dined at DeWolf Tavern a few times, and thought the area was really quaint. We were sorely disappointed. Like other guests, we found the rooms...more

“This place has the BEST PIZZA in TOWN”

Caldo Pizza

5 of 5 stars
Nato61
Bristol RI
Nov 21, 2009

I have had pizza from every pizza place around and I find it to be the best. I don't know why anyone would give a negative comment about this place when it has the best pizza I had in a while. And I...more

“Great little secret!”
5 of 5 stars
aboutwill
Jupiter, FL
Feb 5, 2007

Bristol is the quiet village between Newport and Providence with great Inns, incredible shopping, antiques, bars and pubs and incredible sailing. The location is great and keeps you out of the mega...more

See all Bristol reviews

Bristol Forum

Ask a Question or Browse the Discussions
4th of July Parade July 06, 2009, 2 replies
Blithewold Mansion June 30, 2009, 1 reply
4th of July tips June 29, 2009, no replies
Beach elopement in Rhode Island November 11, 2009, 4 replies
Bristol or Newport ? November 05, 2009, 2 replies
US & Canada Trip Report Rhode Island November 01, 2009, 2 replies
A german couple wants to become leaf-peepers September 20, 2009, 3 replies
Newpot Castels September 13, 2009, 1 reply
Autumn Leaves in Rhode Island September 03, 2009, 1 reply
Anything going on Sept 5th - 7th in Newport? August 31, 2009, 4 replies
View all discussions
Search the Bristol Forum
Post a new Bristol topic

Are You a Bristol Tourism Organization?

Destinations of the Day
Anaheim, California
  • Resident population: 331,804 (est.)
  • Major features: Disneyland, professional sports
  • 15,556 TripAdvisor reviews of 114 accommodations, 20 attractions and 219 restaurants
The Disney influence is everywhere in the city that was reborn in 1955 with the opening of Disneyland. Formerly a sleepy suburban town, Anaheim today is a vibrant tourist center with fine dining, shopping, festivals, myriad attractions and a range of accommodations.
Orlando, Florida
  • Resident population: 230,519 Annual visitors: 1,993,000 (est.)
  • Major features: theme parks, family entertainment, golf courses
  • 60,996 TripAdvisor reviews of 1,104 accommodations, 178 attractions and 1,219 restaurants
America's family fun capital, Orlando is home to Walt Disney World, Sea World and other famous mega-theme parks, including Discovery Cove and Universal Studios.
Tenerife, Spain
  • Resident population: 852,945 Annual visitors: 3,440,000 (est.)
  • Major features: beaches, parks, water sports, golf courses
  • 23,828 TripAdvisor reviews of 658 accommodations, 133 attractions and 783 restaurants
Strongly influenced by the tribal culture of the Guanches (the original inhabitants), Tenerife was conquered by the Spanish 500 years ago.
Phuket, Thailand
  • Resident population: 320,000 Annual visitors: 5,000,000 (est.)
  • Major features: beaches, water sports, golf courses, nightlife, temples
  • 16,583 TripAdvisor reviews of 762 accommodations, 89 attractions and 166 restaurants
Phuket offers a rainbow spectrum of spectacular vacation sights from blue lagoons and pink sunsets to orange-robed monks.
Key West, Florida
  • Resident population: 22,364 (est.)
  • Major features: water sports, beaches
  • 24,620 TripAdvisor reviews of 660 accommodations, 152 attractions and 219 restaurants
Where else are Ernest Hemingway and Jimmy Buffett equally revered? Key West is a sunny, fun destination with enough sights to keep you busy when you're not snorkeling, parasailing or catching some rays.