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Hire a car in Bristol to explore this maritime wonder, brimming with a fascinating history and an eclectic culture. A port city, it boasts the beautiful Bristol Harbour area, now a thriving tourist attraction, packed with museums, eateries, art galleries and more.
Bristol holds a lot of history, including a staggering 100 Grade I listed buildings. This includes structures like the Avon Bridge by the Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Not the only notable bridge in the area by any stretch, make sure you make a visit to the Clifton Suspension Bridge while visiting too.
Bristol is around eight miles from Bristol Airport, and you can pick up your hire car when you land, before heading into the city. It’s also easy to reach several nearby destinations too, Weston-Super-Mare and Newport are within a 75-minute drive.
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Pickup locations in Bristol
- Bristol Airport
- Bristol- Bristol B&Q
- Bristol- Bristol IKEA
- Bristol- Bristol Lok'nStore
- Bristol- Cribbs Causeway B&Q Van
- Bristol- Hartcliffe B&Q
- Bristol, COSTCO
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Bristol car rental driving guide
Parking in Bristol
- Millennium Square Car Park (BS1 5LL) has 550 spots and is open 24/7, close to M Shed, Arnolfini Arts centre and We the Curious Science Museum.
- Trenchard Street Car Park (BS1 5AN) contains more than 925 spaces and is right next to the city centre. It's found nearby Bristol Hippodrome, Bristol Museum and Brandon Hill.
- Maritime Heritage Centre (BS1 6UP) offers convenient parking for those visiting Brunel's SS Great Britain. It's also handy for accessing Spike Island and Underfall Yard Visitor Centre.
Key roads in Bristol
- A4 begins on the outskirts of Bristol and continues southeast, connecting the city with historic Bath.
- A37 starts in the Totterdown area of the city and travels south toward Yeovil and down to Weymouth.
- A38 winds north out of Bristol, heading up to the city of Gloucester, then onto Cheltenham.
How to get from Bristol to Newport
- Exit the city centre via Bond Street S / Temple Way / A4044.
- Turn right onto Newfoundland Street / A4032.
- Keep right and follow signs for the M32.
- Use the left two lanes to merge onto the M4.
- Follow for 11 miles, crossing the Prince of Wales Bridge.
- Use Junction 23A to use the exit toward A4810.
- At the roundabout, take the first exit onto A4810.
- Remain on this route, then take the second exit at the roundabout onto the A48.
- Cross the River Usk, then use the right two lanes for A4042 and continue to arrive.
How to get from Bristol to Weston-Super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare can be found an hour's drive from Bristol. Take Redcliff Street out of the city centre and simply follow the A370, which will take you all the way down to the town's famous beach.
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A quick guide to Bristol
The Bristol
Prince Street, Bristol BS1 4QF
The Bristol is a boutique hotel that is located on the quayside of the Floating harbour and offers a selection of standard and deluxe rooms - and exclusive suites. It's found Bristol close to the Old City and the Hippodrome, enjoying fantastic views over the harbour and the city.
Hotel du Vin Bristol
The Sugar House Narrow Lewins Mead, Bristol BS1 2NU
Ideal for couples looking for a romantic getaway, Hotel du Vin Bristol provides comfort, style and convenience. Located near popular landmarks like Wills Memorial Building, it's perfectly situated for exploring the best of the city. Found inside an authentic 18th century building, rooms have been updated to a contemporary style.
Bristol Harbour Hotel & Spa
55 Corn Street, Bristol BS1 1HT
With 42 luxury rooms, this hotel is the epitome of luxury in Bristol. Housed within an old repurposed bank, Bristol Harbour's vaults now hold a luxury spa, with numerous treatments to choose from, giving even the weariest of travellers a rejuvenation during their busy trip.
The Chef's Table
1A-2 Avon Crescent, Bristol BS1 6XQ
Take a seat at the intimate dining experience that is the Chef's Table, which reclines next to Cumberland Basin and Brunel Lock Road. A monthly bistro menu showcases local and seasonal ingredients, gives this restaurant an edge. The harbour setting and atmosphere are perfect for any special occasion.
Coronation Curry House
190 Coronation Road, Bristol BS3 1RF
Looking out over the River Avon, Coronation Curry House is a casual setting for that post-tourism meal. With a traditional Indian menu, catering for all dietary needs, each dish is bursting with a powerful blend of aromas and just the right amount of spices for you to enjoy your favourite dishes just the way you like them.
Purezza Bristol
79-81 Gloucester Road, Bristol BS7 8AS
Found in the northern part of the city, near Bishopston, this modern pizzeria is on the trendy Gloucester Road, perfect for enjoying a bite on the way back from a day trip out. Wood-fired sourdough pizzas are all the rage here, with toppings including pulled pork, black truffle and parmigiana and smoked beetroot carpaccio.
Bristol Zoo Gardens
College Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3HA
With a clear goal to "maintain and defend biodiversity" Bristol Zoo Gardens have placed conservation at the heart of what they do. Discover the fantastic work they're conducting when you visit the array of species currently residing there. Visit the gorillas, African penguins and kangaroos - and remember to make a beeline for Meerkat Lookout.
M Shed
Princes Wharf, Wapping Road, Bristol BS1 4RN
M Shed aims to regale of stories about Bristol as a city through time. It's packed with photographs, films, interactive attractions and unique artefacts, all designed to chart how the city has evolved over the centuries. Expect moving stories, Bristolian treasures and impressive outdoor exhibits, including working steam locomotives.
Brunel's SS Great Britain
Great Western Dockyard, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol BS1 6TY
Known as the "Ship That Changed the World", the SS Great Britain was once the globe's longest passenger ship, regularly making transatlantic trips from Bristol to New York. Today, it's moored in the historic dockyard and you can wander the deck to discover more exhibits about Brunel, his ship and Bristol's history as the world's gateway.
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