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Bristol Walking Tour

We compared all 8 options — our verdict, the best price and who each one is really for.

4.8 8 experiences from £ 9 Free cancellation on most experiences

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Bristol: Ghosts & Dark History Walking Tour with Local Guide
Bristol: Ghosts & Dark History Walking Tour with Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.78 (265)2hYou’ll walk through Bristol’s shadowy streets with a local guide, hear ghost stories near castle ruins and churches, and pause by Brunel’s SS Great Britain as tales unfold in the dark. Expect laughter, chills, and moments where you wonder what’s real — plus full accessibility for everyone in your group.Free cancellationKids −18%from£ 22View ›
Bristol City Highlights Walking Tour: Local Guide, 1.5 Hours
Bristol City Highlights Walking Tour: Local Guide, 1.5 Hours★★★★★★★★★★ 4.85 (26)1h 30mA 1.5-hour guided walking tour of Bristol's city center with a local guide who leads you through medieval streets, modern street art, and iconic landmarks including Bristol Cathedral, City Hall, the Corn Exchange, Pero's Bridge and Anchor Square. The guide shares stories of pirates, pioneers and protest that connect the sights, so you move through the city with context instead of a map. Children from age 7 are welcome, and the route is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to understand Bristol's history—the pirates, the protest, the street art—instead of just seeing the landmarks. A local guide is the difference between walking past the Cathedral and knowing why it matters.Free cancellationKids −33%from£ 12View ›
Bristol Harbourside Self-Guided Walking Tour: SS Great Britain
Bristol Harbourside Self-Guided Walking Tour: SS Great Britain★★★★★★★★★★ 4.47 (15)2h–3hThis self-guided audio walking tour of Bristol's harbourside follows a route from Millennium Square to the SS Great Britain, narrated by Helen, a local with 25 years of experience. You control the pace, pause when you want, and revisit stops using the app's offline maps, audio commentary and GPS directions. The tour covers 16 stops across the city's medieval settlement, Georgian squares, and working docks, with insider recommendations for places to eat and drink along the way.Is it for me?Two to three hours leaves room to explore the city centre or the docks in more depth afterward, or to book a second activity the same day—the self-guided format means you're not locked into a group's schedule or a fixed return time.Instant confirmationfrom£ 8.99View ›
Banksy, Blackbeard and Beyond: Bristol Self-Guided Walking Tour
Banksy, Blackbeard and Beyond: Bristol Self-Guided Walking Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.14 (7)2h–3hThis self-guided audio walking tour takes you through 14 stops across Bristol, from the Banksy mural that changed the city's relationship with street art to the medieval clock with two minute hands and the market where "pay on the nail" was born. You control the pace and timing—start whenever you like, pause for a drink, and pick up where you left off. Available in 9 languages with offline access, the tour includes an interactive map, images to identify each stop, and 1-year access on your phone.Is it for me?Since you're walking at your own pace with no guide or group keeping time, this tour suits anyone who wants to explore Bristol's history and street art without being herded between stops or locked into a fixed schedule. If you'd rather have someone explain things in person as you walk, a guided tour would be the better choice—this one is built for travelers who like to linger, backtrack, or take a break whenever they feel like it.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom£ 6.76View ›
Bristol Old City & Harbour Walking Tour: History, Banksy, Docks
Bristol Old City & Harbour Walking Tour: History, Banksy, Docks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (167)2h 15mYou’ll trace Bristol’s story step by step—from bustling markets to Banksy street art to echoes of ships along the harbour—with a local who knows every shortcut and quirk. Expect laughter over odd facts, moments of quiet at old ruins, and details you’d miss alone. It feels less like ticking off sights and more like joining someone who loves showing their city.Free cancellationfrom£ 22View ›

Bristol Walking Tour — what to know before booking

This guide compares 8 bookable options for Bristol Walking Tour, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at £ 9. The average rating is 4.8 out of 5, based on 5,012 traveler reviews.

Most options last up to 2 hours. 7 of the 8 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Bristol Walking Tour cost?

Prices start at £ 9. There are 8 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 7 of the 8 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Bristol: Banksy Street Art & 1000 Years History Walking Tour is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.9 out of 5 across 2,246 reviews.

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