The southwest's shopping capital includes nearly 500 stores, two covered shopping centres and more then 50 cafe's and restaurants. Treat yourself with the boutique shopping of Clifton or taste the delights of locally sourced food, crafts and jewellery on Corn Street and the award winning St Nicholas' Market. For something different, why not browse the 2miles of independent shops of Gloucester Road; the longest stretch of independent stores in Europe.
Bristol City Centre is to welcome a 60-metre observation wheel in time for Valentine's Day, offering spectacular panoramic views of th city and an unforgettable trip above the skyline. A ride on the Bristol Wheel will last 15 minutes and offers visitors a memorable experience along with a unique birds-eye view of the city centre and beyond. Each pod seats up to six people and is fully enclosed to offer a comfortable journey into the sky, whatever the weather.