Bristol's Cultural Quarter
Arts & Culture
Loads of interesting stuff going on. Home of one of Banksy's earliest works.
27 locals recommend
Hamilton House
80 Stokes CroftLoads of interesting stuff going on. Home of one of Banksy's earliest works.
Brunel's SS Great Britain
Gas Ferry RoadWell worth a visit
Cool theatre attached to a bar and music venue in Oldmarket. Interesting programme, including Closer Each Day, the improvised soap opera
23 locals recommend
The Wardrobe Theatre
25 West StCool theatre attached to a bar and music venue in Oldmarket. Interesting programme, including Closer Each Day, the improvised soap opera
Drinks & Nightlife
Hillgrove Porter Stores
53 Hillgrove St NPub with some good beers and a rota of pop-up kitchens
Sometimes lively, sometimes laid-back pub with a hidden garden area for smoking (tobacco etc!)
16 locals recommend
The Bell
16-18 Hillgrove StreetSometimes lively, sometimes laid-back pub with a hidden garden area for smoking (tobacco etc!)
The Hare has regained its mojo and is now my favourite local, which is dangerous given how close it is. Good selection of craft beers and always a relaxed and friendly vibe.
12 locals recommend
Hare On The Hill
41 Thomas St NThe Hare has regained its mojo and is now my favourite local, which is dangerous given how close it is. Good selection of craft beers and always a relaxed and friendly vibe.
Food Scene
The Social Bar & Cafe
130-132 Cheltenham RoadGreat bloody marys!
Poco Tapas Bar
45 Jamaica StGreat tapas
The Bristolian
2 Picton StGreat breakfasts. Lovely covered patio area
The Crafty Egg
113 Stokes CroftNewish place doing good brunch and lunch
Excellent, reasonably priced food stalls serving food from the four corners of the earth. Great option at lunch times.
12 locals recommend
St Nicholas Market
42 All Saints LaneExcellent, reasonably priced food stalls serving food from the four corners of the earth. Great option at lunch times.
Nadu
Lively atmosphere and distinctive Sri Lankan menu
Cafe Kino
108 Stokes CroftStrictly vegan. Good coffees and burgers.
Bokman
3 Nine Tree HillHighly rated authentic Korean food just minutes away.
Entertainment & Activities
Recently restored art deco cinema with super comfy seats where you can take drinks and food in with you
75 locals recommend
Everyman Cinema Bristol
44 Whiteladies RdRecently restored art deco cinema with super comfy seats where you can take drinks and food in with you
Cube Microplex
Quirky independent micro cinema
Essentials
Tesco Express
32 And 34 Regent StThe locals protested against it but it's actually pretty handy.
Parks & Nature
Big and beautiful outdoor space with views of the Avon Gorge and suspension bridge.
84 locals recommend
Clifton Down
Stoke RoadBig and beautiful outdoor space with views of the Avon Gorge and suspension bridge.
Just over the other side of the suspension bridge, ideal for walks with or without dogs. Café trailer serving cakes and coffee on weekends.
56 locals recommend
Leigh Woods National Nature Reserve
Just over the other side of the suspension bridge, ideal for walks with or without dogs. Café trailer serving cakes and coffee on weekends.