The Harbourside’s Hidden History

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Starts
9:00 am Thu 1 May 2025
Ends
9:00 am Sun 31 May 2026
Description

Bristol is a city brimming with hidden treasures.

This tour takes you off the beaten track to reveal some of the city‘s best-kept secrets, from lesser-known alleyways to hidden underground vaults.

Visit the cobblestone streets of Bristol‘s harbourside and be transported through centuries of quirky history.

You‘ll discover some of Bristol‘s iconic landmarks, including the awe-inspiring St. Mary Redcliffe Church.

You‘ll pass hidden medieval alleyways and discover ancient burial grounds.

You’ll hear share stories about the Bristol Old Vic Theatre and discover a discrepancy with the statues outside St. John‘s Church.

You’ll also discover where and why, 800 years ago, you‘d have seen bare bottoms hanging out of gaps in a wall.

Whether it‘s your first time in Bristol or you‘re a curious local interested in the alternative tales the city has to offer, this tour is a valuable introduction to its humorous history, quirky facts and hidden surprises.

Starting Point

St Mary Redcliffe Church steps, BS1 6RA

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Finishing Point

21 St Stephens St., BS1 1EQ

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Contact Name
voicemap.me/bristoltour
Booking Email
hello@voicemap.me
Link to Walk
Distance
3km
Duration
1:30:00
Cost
£7.99
Event facilities

Accessible by public transport, Accessible toilets, Buggy friendly, Dogs on leads welcome, Family friendly, Frequent rest stops, Refreshments available to purchase, Take a packed lunch, Toilets, Visually impaired friendly

Booking Required
No
Walk Grade
Fairly easy – mainly flat on paved surfaces with some features such as step and hills. Walking at gentle pace

Walk organiser

Published
Tue 3 March 2026
Last Updated
Tue 3 March 2026