The Painted City
Throughout the centuries, Bristol has generated a vibrant creative culture drawing in significant names throughout history to leave their mark. From Banksy to Harrington, from John Wood the Elder to Matcham; architects, street artists, sculptors, painters and their patrons alike all get a nod in our self-guided tour around Bristol’s vibrant city centre!
Stroll down modern streets and duck through medieval arches; wind your way through alleys and emerge into flourishing Victorian public gardens. Stumble on multi-storey murals in alleyways, world-famous graffiti tucked behind bridges, royal sculptures in parks, and learn about some of the city’s patrons along the way.
A true collision of styles and surroundings awaits.
A celebration of talent and history awaits in Bristol’s city centre, but can you decipher our puzzling directions and solve cryptic riddles to reach the end?
Ready? Book your team today
Plan your day
Start any time between 9am-9pm (Mon-Sun)
2.5 - 3 hours across 4.5 km / 2.7 miles
Start Location
Broad Street exit of JustPark, Broad Street, Bristol
End Location
The Christmas Steps, Bristol
Communication Methods
Reviews
The great things our customers have to say about The Secret City
Do or Donut
Amazing time, loved how clues weren’t too easy
Birthday man
A great time - we explored bits of the city we had never been too, and the clues were cha…
The Umbrella Academy ☔️💧
Great way to see the city and explore some hidden gems (and get the teenagers involved!)