Lansdown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
University of Bristol
Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university.
Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
Discover new fashion trends, watch the latest releases from Hollywood and play a round of miniature golf at this modern retail mall.
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
This historic theater offers a wide variety of entertainment, from West End productions and Broadway shows, to traditional pantomimes and opera.
Thornbury Castle
Walk the grounds once traversed by royalty, dine in a dungeon and spend the night in a room fit for a king.
Clifton Suspension Bridge
Both striking and practical, this bridge has long been the symbol of the city of Bristol.
Ashton Gate Stadium
Catch an event at Ashton Gate Stadium during your trip to Bristol. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Best of Bath Walking Tours - Georgian Tour
Fully Guided Bath Ghost Tours
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Bath: Private Bridgerton Walking Tour for upto 20 people
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Stonehenge & the Cotswolds from Bath
Our pick of the best Lansdown Hotel Deals
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Modern and clean hotel. Good pool facilities. Functional and well-placed for Bath
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Majestic Hotels Bristol
The room is large but not usefully so. There are no plug sockets beside the bed in the room I was in so you had to get out of bed to turn your alarm off if like me your phone needs constant charging. The TV was a disappointment. No smart TV services (despite the buttons in the remote). Fortunately ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
The Z Hotel Bath
I had a very enjoyable one night stay at the Z hotel in Bath Spa.Sn excellent hotel with modern rooms and reception The staff were so helpful and friendly. Right in the centre of Bath Spa in an excellent location. I thoroughly recommend this hotel.! D.Richardson....Oxford
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton Bath City
Great location. Clean, spacious and well appointed room. Generous breakfast.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Staff at reception were very polite and helpful. The room was spacious and the hotel location was good.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
The Bristol Hotel
Lovely hotel, great location for restaurants and the theatre. Walking distance to the train station too.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lansdown
Weston
While Weston isn't home to many top sights, Green Park and Beckford's Tower are some notable places to visit nearby.
Brislington
The restaurants, shopping and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Brislington. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Paintworks Event Space or Knowle Golf Club.
Hengrove
While visiting Hengrove, you might make a stop by sights like Chew Valley and Hengrove Park Leisure Centre.
Easton
Easton might not have many top sights, but Old Market and Showcase Cinema De Lux are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Temple Quay
Temple Quay is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bristol area, you might plan a trip to Old Market or Old Vic Theatre.
Saint Paul's
While visiting Saint Paul's, you might make a stop by sights like Banksy Graffiti Mild Mild West and Coexist - Hamilton House.
