Bristol: City Walking Tour & Exploration Game

Set out on a self-guided adventure through Bristol’s historic streets with the City Walking Tour & Exploration Game. Using the Go Quest Adventures app, you’ll solve puzzles and complete challenges that reveal the city’s hidden gems. From the iconic Bristol Cathedral to lesser-known local haunts, this flexible tour lets you explore at your own pace. Whether you’re a solo traveler or a small group, get ready to uncover Bristol’s charm and compete on the leaderboard. Where will this quest take you?

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Key Points

A self-guided, app-based adventure through Bristol that allows explorers to solve puzzles, complete challenges, and earn points as they navigate the city.
The experience covers iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and unique encounters with historical figures, providing an engaging way to learn about Bristol’s history and culture.
Flexible start times, no need to print anything, and valid for 365 days, making it an ideal activity for solo travelers or small groups.
Participants can compete for a leaderboard position and must have a charged smartphone with the app downloaded to engage with the experience.
The activity is not suitable for children under 8 or wheelchair users, and comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.

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Activity Overview

The Bristol City Walking Tour offers a self-guided adventure through the city using the Go Quest Adventures app.

Participants can solve puzzles, complete challenges, and earn points as they explore top landmarks and hidden gems.

The quest starts near Bristol Cathedral and navigates through the harbor and old city streets, with encounters from historical figures and fun facts along the way.

The experience is private, with a flexible start time and no need to print anything.

Up to 5 players can participate for one price, with children under 8 going free.

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Pricing and Booking

From $37.45 per group (up to 5 people), the Bristol City Walking Tour offers a cost-effective way to explore the city.

Participants can reserve now and pay later, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The experience is valid for 365 days, providing maximum flexibility.

Whether you’re a solo traveler or a small group, this self-guided adventure is perfect, with no need to print anything or follow a group.

Simply download the app, solve puzzles, and discover Bristol’s top landmarks and hidden gems at your own pace.

Quest Experience

As participants embark on the self-guided adventure, they’ll use the Go Quest Adventures app to solve puzzles, complete challenges, and earn points while exploring Bristol’s top landmarks and hidden gems.

The experience offers:

An engaging narrative that brings history to life through encounters with historical figures.
The opportunity to learn fun facts about the city as they navigate through the harbor and old city streets.
The flexibility to start at any time and complete the quest at their own pace, competing for a leaderboard position if desired.

Exploring Bristol

As participants follow the trail through Bristol, they’ll encounter the city’s most iconic landmarks and uncover hidden gems along the way. The self-guided adventure allows explorers to solve puzzles, complete challenges, and earn points as they navigate through the harbor and old city streets. Along the route, they’ll meet historical figures and learn fascinating facts about Bristol’s rich heritage.

| Top Landmarks | Hidden Gems | Unique Experiences |

| — | — | — |

| Bristol Cathedral | Banksy Murals | Meeting Historical Figures |

| Clifton Suspension Bridge | St. Nicholas Market | Solving Interactive Puzzles |

| Bristol Harbourside | Wapping Wharf | Earning Points and Leaderboard |

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Flexibility and Group Size

The Bristol City Walking Tour offers a flexible and private experience, allowing up to 5 players to participate for one price.

Children under 8 can join for free, making it a great family activity.

Participants can start the self-guided adventure at any time, with no need to print anything. This allows for a personalized pace, whether you want to compete for the leaderboard or simply explore at your own leisure.

The flexibility of the Bristol City Walking Tour ensures an engaging and memorable experience for groups of all sizes, catering to diverse preferences and needs.

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Requirements and Recommendations

To enjoy the full experience, participants must be able to read English, as the activity relies on the Go Quest Adventures app, which is available in English only. Plus, guests are recommended to wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, as the 2-mile walk can take 2.5-3.5+ hours to complete. A charged smartphone, downloaded app, and pen and paper for puzzles are also suggested. The activity is not suitable for children under 8 or wheelchair users. The following table outlines the key requirements and recommendations in more detail:

| Requirements | Recommendations |

| — | — |

| Read English | Comfortable shoes |

| Charged smartphone | Weather-appropriate clothing |

| Downloaded app | Pen and paper |

| Not for under 8s or wheelchair users | Quest length: 2 miles, 2.5-3.5+ hours

Meeting Point and Start Location

The meeting point for the Bristol City Walking Tour is in front of Bristol Central Library in College Green. This convenient location allows participants to easily find the starting point and begin their self-guided adventure.

Some key things to note:

The quest can be played at any time, but daylight hours are recommended for better visibility.
Entry into any attractions along the route isn’t included in the activity price.
Cafes and rest stops are available throughout the walking tour for participants to take breaks.

Additional Information

Participants must read English to fully engage with the Bristol City Walking Tour‘s self-guided adventure. The quest can be played anytime, though daylight hours are recommended for better visibility.

Entry into attractions isn’t included, but cafes and rest stops are available along the route. The app is only available in English, so participants must be able to read English to participate.

The suggested items to bring include comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a charged smartphone, a downloaded app, and a pen and paper for puzzles.

The quest covers approximately 2 miles and takes 2.5 to 3.5+ hours to complete.

The Sum Up

The Bristol: City Walking Tour & Exploration Game offers an engaging way to discover Bristol’s history and hidden gems. With flexible start times, competitive leaderboards, and the ability to explore at your own pace, this self-guided adventure is perfect for those seeking a unique and interactive experience. Whether traveling solo or with a small group, this quest provides an exciting and memorable way to uncover the charm of this vibrant city.