TV & Film Walking Tour of Bristol

Join a captivating walking tour through Bristol’s iconic streets and discover the film and TV magic hidden in plain sight. Starting in the picturesque Clifton Village and winding your way down to the bustling Harbourside via Brandon Hill and the charming Old City, this experience is a must for screen buffs and pop culture enthusiasts.

Led by local expert and storyteller John, you’ll visit some of the city’s most recognisable filming locations from the past 50 years, while enjoying fascinating anecdotes about the stars and scenes that brought them to life.

A reasonable level of fitness is required and good walking shoes are recommended

What to Expect: Explore key filming spots featured in classics such as:

  • Only Fools & Horses, Skins, Being Human, and Dr Who
  • Period dramas like Poldark, The House of Elliott, and The Trial of Christine Keeler
  • Big screen hits including Stan & Ollie, Young Sherlock Holmes, The Medusa Touch, Paper Mask, and White Knights
  • Hear behind-the-scenes stories from cult classics like Shoestring and Sherlock
  • Enjoy entertaining tales of Bristol’s celebrity connections with legends like Paul McCartney, Cary Grant, and Frank Sinatra
  • A relaxed yet energising walk across varied cityscapes, including hills and cobbles — comfortable shoes and good fitness advised

Whether you're a film and TV lover, a pop culture enthusiast, or simply curious about Bristol’s on-screen legacy, this tour is for you. It’s ideal for visitors and locals alike who enjoy storytelling, history, and a touch of celebrity gossip - all while exploring one of the UK’s most cinematic cities on foot.

Minimum fitness level required.

Age restrictions: 16+

Adult £10
Student £8
Senior Citizen £8
Concession £8

How to get there

Yuup extras

  • The ultimate Bristol Film & TV locations tour

On the day

Flat shoes and a good level of fitness are recommended.

Tour departs outside the Avon Gorge Hotel entrance on Sion Hill and ends near Queen Square/ King Street.

The nearest bus stop to walk to the start point is "Clifton Village".

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 7 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 7 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

John Hughes

John is a seasoned Bristol tour guide with nearly 20 years of experience sharing the city’s hidden stories. His award-winning Haunted and Hidden tour blends eerie local history with sharp humour and has been featured on TV’s Most Haunted and BBC's Point's West earning TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence in 2022, 2023 and 2024. Post-lockdown, he launched Rock’n’Roll Walking Tours, celebrating Bristol’s vibrant music scene, shaped by his decades as a promoter and band manager.
His latest venture, the TV & Film Walking Tour of Bristol, takes guests through iconic filming locations while sharing behind-the-scenes tales and celebrity stories. With his deep local knowledge and engaging storytelling, John continues to offer entertaining and original ways to explore the city.

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