Bristol Hotels and Accommodation

Bristol is a ceremonial county in South West England. It has approximate population of 400,000, and metropolitan area of 550,000. It is one of the centres of culture, employment and education in the region. The list of tourist destinations is a testament to Bristol’s vitality. St Mary Redcliffe Church was described by Queen Elizabeth I as "the goodliest, fairest and most famous parish church in England". The Empire and Commonwealth Museum is located in Brunel's historic railway terminus building adjacent to the current rail station at Bristol Temple Meads. SS Great Britain, Gas Ferry Road, the world's first iron hulled, screw propeller-driven, steam-powered passenger liner, built by Brunel in 1843, is now preserved in a dry-dock alongside the floating harbor. Clifton Suspension Bridge is the city's most famous landmark, Brunel's 19th century suspension bridge spans the spectacular Avon Gorge at a height of 75m. St Werburghs is the alternative quarter and a green oasis in the heart of the city, filled with allotments, a city farm, eco-housing and lively pubs.