Bristol
Bristol is a city and county located 13 miles west of Bath and 120 miles west of London, with an area of 39 sqm. Founded in 1000, by 1020 it was already a trading centre. Under Norman rule, it was home to one of strongest castles in south of England. During 14th century, it was a shipbuilding and manufacturing centre and became one a large town. It flourished during the following centuries but was heavily damaged by bomb raids during World War II. The city is famous for its 12th century cathedral, beautiful buildings, commercial, port as well as being a popular student base for University of Bristol.
Airport and Train Station
Bristol Airport and Bristol Temple Meads.
Recommended Hotels
Mercure Holland House, Marriott Hotel City Centre, Double Tree by Hilton, Radisson Blu, Novotel Bristol Centre and Hotel du Vin & Bistro and Marriott Royal.
Recommended Restaurants
Stable, Wilks, Casamia, Steak of the Art, Riverstation, Greens, Under the Stars, River Grille, Chomp and Cowshed.
Recommended Sites
SS Great Britain, Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol Harbour, St Mary Redcliffe, Bristol Zoo, Dyrham Park, Arnolfini, Blaise Hamlet, Brandon Hill, Queen Square, Georgian House, Tyntesfield and Cabot Tower.