Visit Bristol and learn English rapidly with Lucy Tilney
Bristol is smaller and friendlier than London, with two universities. This makes it a diverse and energetic city.
It is known for its Georgian architecture, its harbour area and its attractive riverside walks, as well as its modern business centre.
You can visit the SS Great Britain, a fascinating museum ship designed by the Victorian engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel. You can also explore the city by boat on the River Avon.
The Clifton Suspension Bridge is one of the city’s most famous landmarks, and you will see its image throughout Bristol.
The photo of the Clifton Suspension Bridge on this page is by Samuel Oakes.
Things to do in Bristol
Bristol is known for its live music and summer festivals, including the Bristol Harbour Festival, the Bristol Balloon Fiesta and Upfest, a celebration of street art in Bristol.
You can also take a guided tour to see Bristol’s famous street art, including work by artists such as Banksy.
You will also find a lot of excellent live music in pubs and city squares.
There are many cafés and restaurants offering excellent food and coffee, as well as museums, theatres and art galleries. Cabot Circus is a modern shopping centre with a wide range of fashion boutiques, shops and restaurants.
How to get to Bristol
By air
There are direct and regular flights from many countries to Bristol Airport.
Main airport
Bristol International Airport is only 8 miles south of the city centre.
There is an excellent bus service to and from the airport every 15 minutes. The journey takes about 30 minutes.
By train
Bristol Temple Meads is the main railway station.
It is about 1.5 hours from London Paddington.
By bus
Bristol Bus Station is in the city centre.
There are regular and comfortable bus services from Victoria Coach Station in London. The journey usually takes about 2.5 hours.
Most buses have Wi-Fi and toilets.
Alternative airports
Birmingham Airport is about 1.5 hours’ drive from Bristol.
Cardiff Airport is about 1 hour’s drive.
Getting to my home
However you travel, I can advise you on transfers and arrange airport collection and return, if needed.