Cabot Tower
Cabot Tower
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- Marley ElliotLondon, United Kingdom23 contributionsGood viewThe climb to the top of the tower is not for the faint of heart, as there are 109 narrow spiral stairs to negotiate. However, the views from the top are more than worth the effort. On a clear day, you can see for miles in every direction, including the city skyline, the Bristol Channel, and the Severn Valley.Visited August 2023Traveled soloWritten November 1, 2023
- permia66,910 contributionsDecorative in red sandstoneBristol being a major port and originating place for historic voyages onto the Atlantic, Cabot arrived here in the late 1490s, under the patronage of Henry VII. His most famous voyage began in 1497 from Bristol and reached what is now Canada. To celebrate the quadricentennial of this pioneering journey, building the gorgeous tower began in 1897 and it was completed the following year.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 20, 2024
- Barbs25Staffordshire, United Kingdom3,948 contributionsGreat views over BristolLovely peaceful park area just above the city. The tower has a steep narrow staircase which takes you to great views all around Bristol. Can't believe its free as well, amazing for the UK! Definitely worth doing.Visited September 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten September 25, 2024
- Sophie C3 contributionsBeautiful!!Absolutely stunning views and a very pretty walk. Free to go in about tower. Well worth the hilly walk. It’s stunning. Also love that there’s so many different paths to get to the top. So you can keep coming back and trying the other ways.Visited September 2024Traveled with friendsWritten October 1, 2024
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Welshwasp
South Wales, UK521 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
You need to know where you are going as it is not well signposted from the centre. For those of some knowledge it is found off roads from Park street. Head for the Cathedral and keep going uphill and turn left as you get towards the Museum. It has excellent views but in order to have them it is on high ground overlooking the river Avon which means a lengthy walk up hill, testing for those of less than fully fit or of an older age. Once there you still have to walk up a narrow winding staircase and hope that you don't meet anyone else! At one time you had to pay but since its refurbishment this is no longer the case. Even if you are unable to climb the tower it is situated in a parkland area enabling you to see across the river landscape and parts of the city.
Written June 10, 2023
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permia
Ireland66,910 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Bristol being a major port and originating place for historic voyages onto the Atlantic, Cabot arrived here in the late 1490s, under the patronage of Henry VII.
His most famous voyage began in 1497 from Bristol and reached what is now Canada. To celebrate the quadricentennial of this pioneering journey, building the gorgeous tower began in 1897 and it was completed the following year.
His most famous voyage began in 1497 from Bristol and reached what is now Canada. To celebrate the quadricentennial of this pioneering journey, building the gorgeous tower began in 1897 and it was completed the following year.
Written June 20, 2024
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Marley Elliot
London, UK23 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
The climb to the top of the tower is not for the faint of heart, as there are 109 narrow spiral stairs to negotiate. However, the views from the top are more than worth the effort. On a clear day, you can see for miles in every direction, including the city skyline, the Bristol Channel, and the Severn Valley.
Written November 1, 2023
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KH
London, UK673 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
It's a free tower located in a nice park. The stairs are quite narrow and it's difficult to pass each other, so you have to listen to your footsteps and take turns climbing up and down. From the observation deck at the top, you can get a panoramic view of the city of Bristol.
Written December 5, 2023
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Bushey, UK4,900 contributions
Mar 2020
Came here with two of my children (aged 20 and 10) in March. It was a bright sunny day, which helped and my youngest loved the walk up to the tower as well as climbing up the tower itself, from which you get an amazing view over Bristol. Well worth a brief visit.
Written April 15, 2020
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Jean B
Clevedon, UK81 contributions
Mar 2022
Brandon hill park and Cabot Tower. We visited here today, my first visit and I've lived in the area for 40 years! Impressive tower. Great views. Park Very pretty with the daffodils, also plenty of lovely spring bulbs struggling to get through the mess that the gardens are. Awful grasses, so much ivy and generally not attractive at all. What a shame. It looks very neglected and not just recently I'd say. I'm sure money is an issue, as it is council run, but why not have volunteers working alongside your paid employees as the NT do. I'm sure it looked beautiful years ago. Please try and do something about it.
Written March 24, 2022
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Ismael
Baku, Azerbaijan437 contributions
Aug 2020
Tower is located on a top of a hill, surrounded by beautiful park and great city view. However you need some fitness to climb up, especially if you are with a kid. Parking would be a problem, though there is some at small roads around it. Unfortunately, no public toilets here. Tower is temporary closed. A must see in Bristol, close by walk from the cathedral.
Written September 4, 2020
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kedar patil
Pune, India22 contributions
Dec 2022 • Solo
Let me tell you about Cabot Tower in Bristol! This place is a total gem and I absolutely loved it. First of all, the tower itself is super cool looking - it's this big old red sandstone tower that just screams "I'm important and historic!" And let me tell you, it is both of those things.
Now, I don't want to spoil anything for you, but the views from the top of this tower are absolutely breathtaking. I mean, you can see the whole city of Bristol from up there! It's like you're on top of the world. And if you're anything like me, you'll take about a million selfies because the lighting is just so good up there.
But here's the thing - getting to the top of the tower is not for the faint of heart. There are about a million stairs to climb (okay, maybe not a million, but it feels like it), and by the time you get to the top, you'll be sweating like crazy. But let me tell you, it is so worth it. Just make sure you wear comfortable shoes and bring some water with you!
Overall, I would definitely recommend checking out Cabot Tower if you're ever in Bristol. It's historic, it's beautiful, and it's a great workout all in one. What more could you ask for?
Now, I don't want to spoil anything for you, but the views from the top of this tower are absolutely breathtaking. I mean, you can see the whole city of Bristol from up there! It's like you're on top of the world. And if you're anything like me, you'll take about a million selfies because the lighting is just so good up there.
But here's the thing - getting to the top of the tower is not for the faint of heart. There are about a million stairs to climb (okay, maybe not a million, but it feels like it), and by the time you get to the top, you'll be sweating like crazy. But let me tell you, it is so worth it. Just make sure you wear comfortable shoes and bring some water with you!
Overall, I would definitely recommend checking out Cabot Tower if you're ever in Bristol. It's historic, it's beautiful, and it's a great workout all in one. What more could you ask for?
Written March 26, 2023
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Emily
Chester, UK296 contributions
Jan 2025 • Couples
Views from both the 2/3 way and top viewpoints are amazing.
The surrounding gardens are really nice - would love to see them in spring/summer - and there's ample seating at the bottom to look out over Bristol. It's just a shame that the public toilets are covered in graffiti!
The stairs up to the 2/3 way viewpoint are narrow with a few points to just about pass people going the other way; the last bit of stairs to the top even narrower with no chance to pass each other. We were fortunate to only pass 1 person on the stairs when we went (3-4 at the top at the same time as us and a few arriving just after we got back to the bottom).
The surrounding gardens are really nice - would love to see them in spring/summer - and there's ample seating at the bottom to look out over Bristol. It's just a shame that the public toilets are covered in graffiti!
The stairs up to the 2/3 way viewpoint are narrow with a few points to just about pass people going the other way; the last bit of stairs to the top even narrower with no chance to pass each other. We were fortunate to only pass 1 person on the stairs when we went (3-4 at the top at the same time as us and a few arriving just after we got back to the bottom).
Written January 11, 2025
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#Ciccone
Bristol, UK601 contributions
Dec 2020 • Solo
What a lovely place. As soon as I entered I felt as though I had left Bristol. I can't believe I have never been move. Full paths - lots of spots to stop and sit if you need a rest. Incredible views of Bristol at the top of the hill. Lovely gardens and ponds. Lots of birds about to.
Written February 3, 2021
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Hi, I'm organising a small charity sponsored walk in Bristol and want a lunch stop near the tower, only 8 people. Is there a cafe in the park or any undercover area in case of rain ? Any thoughts be welcome
Written August 13, 2019
Not in the park, but head on the Park street where you will find many nice places to eat or have a coffee.
Written August 25, 2019
La torre está en mitad de un parque que suele estar frecentado por familias con niños y grupos de personas que aprovechan las buenas vistas de Bristol. La torre, en sí misma tiene el interés de estar un poco más alta aún y tener mejores vistas.
No hay problema para los niños. Es un lugar agradable.
Written February 2, 2019
Cabot Tower: How far is this from the centre of Bristol and is it work a visit. Thanks
Written November 12, 2018
We walked to it from the centre of Bristol. It’s free to get in. Lots of fairly steep steps to the top of the tower but so worth it for the amazing views. Enjoy.
Written November 13, 2018
hola planeo visitar Bristol el año que viene, alguien tiene alguna idea cuanto cuesta masomenos el transporte allá?para ir desde Bristol a Bath por ejemplo..
Written May 2, 2018
No es mucho. Está a 10 minutos entren. Salen trenes cada muy poco tiempo. El precio depende de si se reserva para todo el día (cualquier tren, cualquier hora) que es un poco más caro. Si se saca el billete para una hora concreta e ida y vuelta (a través de trainline por ejemplo) sale muy barato (no recuerdo cuánto, pero era realmente poco).
Bath merce la pena. Es una ciudad preciosa; no te olvides de visitar las termas y de perderte por la ciudad.
Written February 2, 2019
NusaybahI
London, United Kingdom
How long does it take to climb to the top at normal walking pace?
Written February 11, 2017
It depends on how fast and fit you are. Probably on average 10 to 15 minutes would be about right but if I was you I wouldn't rush. It's an old building and the steps are not as even as they are in a modern building.
It's worth the climb trust me
Written February 11, 2017
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