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Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
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Buses from Bristol Airport to Bristol run on average 14 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 11:05, the last at 11:05. The fastest coach covers the 11 km distance in 35m.
Distance 11 km |
Average bus duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 11:05 |
Last bus 11:05 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
City museum and art gallery with natural history, archaeology, applied art and paintings in a grand central building.
Former passenger liner turned museum ship, where visitors explore restored decks and learn about transatlantic travel and engineering.
Lively floating harbour area with waterside walks, museums, boats and year-round city views, ideal for first-time visitors.
Elegant Georgian square with lawns and paths, useful as a calm stop between the old city, harbour and nearby cultural sights.
Colourful hillside neighbourhood famed for street art, independent character and broad views over the city from nearby green spaces.
A cider from apples grown in the surrounding West Country. Bristol’s long cider-trading history makes it a classic local drink to try in pubs and cider houses.
A rich cheese from Somerset, often eaten across Bristol in sandwiches, ploughman’s lunches and pub dishes. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
A traditional bun flavoured with dried fruit, spice and candied peel, linked to Bristol since the 18th century. It is a distinctive local teatime bake.
Long-running St Nicholas Market favourite serving pitta sandwiches packed with falafel, salad and sauces in a casual setting.
Elegant modern British dining in Clifton, with tasting menus and polished service in an intimate setting.
Lively harbourside restaurant known for excellent steaks, burgers and strong cocktails in a smart but relaxed room.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining cost less than London, but more than many smaller cities. Buses are reasonable; central attractions and cafés can add up.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
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Bristol Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) -> Broadmead, Bristol
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