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Brunel’s Bristol: A Self-Guided Tour from SS Great Britain to Clifton Bridge

Bristol, Englandby VoiceMap Audio Tours

  • 1.3 hours
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Overview

Are you looking for a way to see Bristol without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace on this affordable audio walk. • Find out how a brush with death brought legendary engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel to Bristol, where he built the first transatlantic steamship and what was the world’s longest bridge • Hear from producer Ste Russel, an experienced tour guide • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before and after your booking date • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline. Please note this is a hilly route.

What's included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food/Drink

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Lloyds Amphitheatre Bristol

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    The tour starts by the amphitheatre.

  2. 2

    Stop 2

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    The tour goes along Hanover Quay.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

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    The tour passes by Spitfire Barbecue.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

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    The tour passes by Harbour Inlet.

  5. 5

    Stop 5

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    The tour passes by Spoke and Stringer.

  6. 6

    Stop 6

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    The tour passes along Capricorn Place.

  7. 7

    Stop 7

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    The tour stops briefly at the statue.

  8. 8

    Stop 8

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    The tour passes by the landing.

  9. 9

    Stop 9

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    The tour passes by the Pump House.

  10. 10

    Stop 10

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    The tour passes over Cumberland Basin.

  11. 11

    Stop 11

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    The tour passes by Plimsoll Swing Bridge.

  12. 12

    Stop 12

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    The tour passes by Brunel's Swing Bridge.

  13. 13

    Stop 13

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    The tour goes along the Zig Zag.

  14. 14

    Stop 14

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    The tour passes by Old Clifton Rocks Railway.

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    Clifton Suspension Bridge

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    The tour ends with a view of the Clifton Suspension Bridge.

  16. 16

    Stop 16

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    The tour ends at the Lookout Lectern.

Meeting and pickup

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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