Bristol's quirky charm pulls visitors year-round, but book August for the International Balloon Fiesta when hundreds of hot-air balloons launch over Ashton Court. Beyond the spectacle, the harbourside delivers waterfront walks and indie cafés, whilst Banksy's street art scattered across the city fuels self-guided tours through Stokes Croft and Bedminster. Budget airlines serve the airport regularly, making escapes here genuinely affordable.
Where to stay
Where to stay in Bristol: compare Harbourside, the Old City, Clifton, Stokes Croft and Southville & Bedminster, then book the right hotel for your trip.
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Bristol
GUIDE · Bristol is the South West's gateway and the budget-airline heavyweight — EasyJet's biggest base outside London, plus Ryanair, Jet2 and TUI.
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