Bristol Activities

Bristol Balloons

Imagine seeing Bristol from a different perspective! Floating gently over its well-known landmarks, Clifton Suspension Bridge, ss Great Britain, with the Severn Crossing in the background. Flights are normally arranged from our main launch site at Ashton Court Estate, home of the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta.

73 Winterstoke Road Tel: 0117 963 7858    Email

Bristol Ferry Boat Company

Enjoy the exciting world of Bristol’s Historic Harbour - for a round trip tour or just getting to one of the many attractions. Our Hotwells service operates daily all year departing City Centre at 10.30am and every 40 minutes thereafter and Temple Meads service operates daily April to October departing Temple Meads at 10.10am and 10 past the hour throughout the day.

MB Tempora Welsh Back BS1 4SPTel: 0117 9273416    Email

Bristol Open Top Guided Bus Tour

Guided tours with qualified guides aboard open top double decker buses. Circular tour takes which takes about an hour. Passengers have the option to hop on and off the bus at stops which include the centre (outside Hippodrome), At- Bristol, Bristol Zoo, ss Great Britain, Broadmead and Temple Meads railway station/ British Empire and Commonwealth Museum and others.

193 Stowey Road  BS49 4QU  Tel: 01934 830050   Email

Old Vic Talks and Tours

A full tour lasts for about an hour and costs £3 (concessions £2). Make a group tour part of a package and include refreshments in the Siddons Cafe Bar.Speakers are usually available on most weekends and weekday evenings. A fee (£25 plus travelling expenses) is charged.

Bristol Old Vic Trust Ltd King Street, BS1 4ED  Tel: 0117 949 3993  Email

Waverley & Balmoral Cruise Ships

Traditional coastal cruising aboard the paddle steamer Waverley and Balmoral. The sea-going ships are over 200ft long and passengers can stroll around the promenade sun decks, see the gleaming engine rooms and enjoy traditional comfortable heated lounges. The Waverley was built in the world famous Clyde Shipyards and the Balmoral was built by Thornycrofts in Southampton.

Bristol Channel  Tel: 0845 130 4647  Email