Bristol doesn't just preserve its history, it reinvents it. This self-guided audio walking takes you through the heart of the city's Old City and medieval streets at your own pace.

Follow GPS-guided directions through 2,000 years of history. Discover how a small Anglo-Saxon river crossing grew into one of England's most important maritime cities. Learn about the medieval castle, the city's ancient walls, and the devastating wartime bombing that reshaped the centre overnight.

The tour weaves through historic markets, past famous street art, and along atmospheric waterfront streets. You'll hear stories of pirates, protests, and the city's complex trading past. You'll also discover how Bristol became the UK's craft beer capital, with recommendations for brilliant local pubs and breweries along the way.

The tour ends at the historic waterfront, where several independent venues are waiting to be discovered.

Why you’ll love this…

The audio tour takes you through the heart of the city's Old City and medieval streets at your own pace
You'll hear stories of pirates, protests, and the city's complex trading past
You will see the Bristol Old Vic, Britain's oldest continuously operating theatre
The experience allows you to walk through the only remaining city gate where Queen Elizabeth I once passed
You'll also discover how Bristol became the UK's craft beer capital

Important to know

Know in advance:

Smartphone and headphones required
The tour works offline, so you won't need a signal to explore. GPS tracks your position throughout, making it easy to follow even in the winding medieval lanes.
Download before you go while on strong WiFi
Simple instructions emailed upon booking
Flexible start time (can pause and resume anytime)
You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point
The tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next

Remember to bring:

Your own headphones
Comfortable walking shoes

Cancellation policy

Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.

What’s included

Audio-guided tour
Audio guide
Downloadable APP

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Individual headset

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Bristol Bridge, Bristol, UK

Meeting point:

This self-guided audio tour starts at Bristol Bridge. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.