Bristol: Tourism, shopping and much more!
Bristol, regarded as the most populous city in South West England, is located on the River Avon. Driving from Bristol to London will take you in an eastern direction for about 2.5 hours. With two universities (the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England), Bristol also offers numerous artistic and sporting organisations.
Bristol is located in a limestone area that stretches from the south’s Mendip Hills to the Cotswolds in the northeast. Sometimes, the Bristol population describes their city as being built on seven hills. And thanks to 18th century guidebooks, we know today that these hills are Bristol (the Old Town), Castle Hill, College Green, Kingsdown, St Michaels Hill, Brandon Hill and Redcliffe Hill.
With its oceanic climate, Bristol enjoys weather that’s milder than most areas in the UK. Fortunately, this doesn’t get in the way of Bristol’s many tourist attractions, such as the Bristol Zoo Gardens that spells fun for the whole family. If you’re not entranced by the 300+ animal species, perhaps the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery with its three-floor offering of Egyptian mummies, dinosaurs, and more will do the trick.
But if your interests are more geared towards shopping centres, Bristol has some amazing options to consider…
Bristol: Map for shopping
Located in the centre of Bradley Stoke and surrounding parts, the Willow Brook Centre awaits you and your shopping excitement. Drop by at well-known stores like Tesco Extra, Giant, and Specsavers and see how this 295,000 sq ft retail development takes care of both the local population and tourists’ everyday needs.
Forming part of Bristol’s famous Shopping Quarter (together with Cabot Circus) is Broadmead, a well-known shopping spot with more than 90 traditional department stores. Whether it’s high-fashion products or everyday items, Broadmead’s enticing collection of shops (which includes the likes of Marks and Spencers, Waterstones, and Wilkos is sure to make for an unforgettable expedition.
No matter what state the weather is in, Cabot Circus ensures a conveniently covered shopping expedition. Built next to Broadmead in the city centre, the Cabot Circus offers a hotel, offices, a cinema, 250 apartments, and several welcoming shops (including Boss, MILA Plants, and Gourmet Burger Kitchen).
Over at Cribbs Causeway, located in the heart of Bristol, shoppers gather every day to scope out the latest product special or secret sales at popular names like Molton Brown, Ann Summers, Calendar Club, and more. In addition to shopping splendour, the centre also offers an ice-rink, cinema, gym, and a 10-pin bowling alley.
Clarks Village is located only one mile from Glastonbury, the world-famous town that’s believed to be the cradle of Christianity in the UK (as well as the supposed burial place of King Arthur). Prepare to be enthralled by expertly manicured gardens, inviting restaurant terraces, a scattering of coffee shops, and an envious selection of discount designers and high-street fashion shops like Lazy Jacks, Mint Velvet, Chapelle Jewellery & Watches, and more.
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