Bristol City Docks
Bristol City Docks
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Abid S
Huddersfield, UK32 contributions
Aug 2021
On our visit to Bristol, we felt there was something missing, something about this famous city that we just hadnt explored. Yes we went around the centre, the parks, the museums and the missing component which really made our visit memorable was going to the harbourside. We parked up at the Millenium square, came up the lift and as soon as the lift opened to our suprise there was a fairground, some rides and hook a duck stalls. Great for the kids, i exclaimed to myself, yes i did it, finally found the missing piece to summarise our journey. It had a science museum and an aquarium within a short walk, we strolled across on the banks of the docks, seeing some lovely boats parked up, and just enjoyed the lovely scenery. What i loved about the docks is that theyve modernised it and there are plenty of restaurants etc. Add this beauty to you iterniary, you wont regret it !
Written September 3, 2021
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brmusicman
Chicago, IL3,133 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
This area of Bristol, accessible on foot and within a relatively short distance of the train station, is worth visiting if you’re making a day trip to the city. They’ve got a cool mix of ‘new urban’ and ‘old industrial’ vibes.
The scene is pretty, with the water and the city of Bristol (with its classic colorful houses, etc.) rising on the cliffs about the water.
There’s an interesting museum about the history of the area. And you can visit some historic boats.
The area made for a nice walk at the end of my day in Bristol. If you want time in the museums, though, you should head here towards the beginning of your Bristol visit.
All in all, interesting and fun.
The scene is pretty, with the water and the city of Bristol (with its classic colorful houses, etc.) rising on the cliffs about the water.
There’s an interesting museum about the history of the area. And you can visit some historic boats.
The area made for a nice walk at the end of my day in Bristol. If you want time in the museums, though, you should head here towards the beginning of your Bristol visit.
All in all, interesting and fun.
Written October 25, 2023
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JuneBug1939
Weston super Mare, UK4,575 contributions
Jan 2022
We walked 15 minutes from Bedminster Station to the fairly-new development at Wapping Wharf. What an eye-opener! I never realised what delights we would find behind the M Shed. There are restaurants galore, Italian, Mexican eateries, fish restaurants, exotic fruit shops, gift shops, a fabulous bookshop (Bookhaus) where I bought a book for my daughter's upcoming birthday, and the whole development is very atmospheric and so different around there. We thought we were abroad somewhere! Highly recommended
Written January 19, 2022
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baz653
London, UK96 contributions
Sep 2020
the docks have been transformed into an amazing place ,lots of marinas with modern flats been transformed all around there ,many cafes.restaurants serving nice cuisine so much history going on .what a lovely time i had
Written September 23, 2020
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Seaside41748273942
10 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Visited Sept 17th, walked all the way round the dock lands and had no idea what a special place this was. Loads of History, the SS Great Britain, a Steam Train going up and down, great atmosphere and loads of places to drink and eat. Even a Ferry to help you across if you want to skip the long walk to the bridges. Absolutely beautiful settings and will be going back soon, love this place.
Written September 18, 2022
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Kevin C
Peterborough, UK139 contributions
Jun 2021
Had the pleasure of walking round the dock area. Lots of nice bars and restaurants along the waterfront. Some areas undergoing work but all for the better. Just shows that any city/town with a waterfront needs to exploit it for tourism and a place for people to go that's out of the ordinary.
Written June 25, 2021
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Ian S
Dorset, UK13 contributions
Oct 2021
Bristol history is quite turbulent. Enjoy the attractions take in the atmosphere, do a walking tour. Sit and people watch. Its suprisingly a relaxing place even with the hustle and brussel of bikes, boats, scooters and people. I stayed local for 3 days, and explored. It was great.
Written October 20, 2021
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MarcusHurley
Calne, UK9,534 contributions
Jun 2020
We spent a few hours wandering around the docks yesterday. There is lots to see, even though the 'attractions' are closed, with architecture, historic informaton plaques and engineering relics. There were plenty of take away coffee places open, lots of benches for sitting and sadly, lots of graffiti too. There are a few carparks nearby but mostly smaller ones.
Written June 5, 2020
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pamela s
Charmouth, UK3 contributions
Oct 2014 • Couples
Visiting Bristol Docks especially the SS Great Britain and catching a ferry from Bristol Temple
Meads Station, watch out NOT to be picked up by number 7 boats which are small call themselves a ferry but do not do the full trip as they say. We caught one from the station Quay and were told they could drop us off to connect with the ferry to the SS Great Britain. We were dropped on a pontoon and had to flag another boat down. We were charged for a day rover although we had asked for a single ticket
When we came to return the ticket was not valid for the "proper"ferry and we were told we had been ripped off
Meads Station, watch out NOT to be picked up by number 7 boats which are small call themselves a ferry but do not do the full trip as they say. We caught one from the station Quay and were told they could drop us off to connect with the ferry to the SS Great Britain. We were dropped on a pontoon and had to flag another boat down. We were charged for a day rover although we had asked for a single ticket
When we came to return the ticket was not valid for the "proper"ferry and we were told we had been ripped off
Written October 2, 2014
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Hunter Gatherer Cooking (HGC)
Bristol, UK372 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
We love the docks, you can walk all the way round them and on anything but a rainy day it’s beautiful. Lots of place to eat and drink on the way round.
Written February 8, 2020
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linda w
Devon, United Kingdom1 contribution
Can you park over night in the park and ride carpark?
Lois B
Fleet, UK
Could you give me directions from the M4 and also the post codes
idcarmichael
Bristol UK97 contributions
Take the M4 on to The M32 Follow to the End of M32 and Turn Left follow duel carriageway and the signs to the Docks U cant miss it or get lost at docks plenty of carparking
Lois B
Fleet, UK
Could you please give me directions to Bristol Docks from the M4 motorway
Many thanks
Lois Bailey
sandra n
Bristol, UK88 contributions
Hi.you need to get onto the M5 from the M4 then get off at junction 18.Take the A4 Portway and continue to Hotwells . Follow the signs from there to the City Docks. Enjoy !
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- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Bristol City Docks:
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- (0.10 mi) Kyle Blue - Bristol Harbour Luxury Hostel Boat
- (0.23 mi) Southville Guest House
- (0.27 mi) The Bristol
- (0.20 mi) Ibis Bristol Centre
- (0.22 mi) YHA Bristol
- Restaurants near Bristol City Docks:
- (0.01 mi) The Olive Shed
- (0.08 mi) Tare
- (0.05 mi) BOX-E
- (0.05 mi) Root
- (0.06 mi) Gambas Tapas Bar
- Attractions near Bristol City Docks:
- (0.06 mi) The Matthew of Bristol
- (0.09 mi) M Shed
- (0.12 mi) Harbourside
- (0.08 mi) Bristol Floating Harbour
- (0.07 mi) Bristol Maritime Academy
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