For the dedicated shopaholic, the new Cabot Circus shopping complex has propelled Bristol into the top 10 list of UK shopping destinations. With over 120 new shops, in addition to restaurants, cafes and delis, and a state-of-the-art 13-screen Showcase Cinema de Lux, this impressive site brings a whole new dimension to shopping in Bristol.

Stroll a short distance from the busy shopping areas and you will find yourself surrounded by the incredible old buildings and relics of the past in Bristol’s original Old City. The cobbled streets of Broad Street, Corn Street, King Street and St Nicholas Market remain much the same today as they were hundreds of years ago. Do not miss the majestic Corn Exchange or the quirky old Llandoger Trow pub on King Street.

The original town was listed in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle of 1051 as a trading port and its maritime heritage is highlighted by the achievements of Kingdom Brunel, the great Victorian inventor who was born there. He was responsible for the SS Great Britain, which became the first iron-hulled, propeller-driven ship to pass between the UK and America and, of course, the world famous Clifton Suspension Bridge with its breathtaking view of the city.

One of the most significant changes to Bristol over recent years has been the transformation of the city’s harborside from a bustling commercial dock to a modern development filled with hotels, restaurants and bars. Key attractions to look out for include Explore-At-Bristol, The Hippodrome, Bristol City Football Club and the Watershed Media Centre. Jumping on a ferry is a great way to see the harbor and extended city boundaries from a different perspective.

Alternatively, why not walk up Park Street towards Clifton village, which offers a great selection of boutique clothing stores and classy restaurants. Then, there is Bristol Zoo Gardens, with over 450 rare and endangered species, and provides plenty of activities for kids of all ages.

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