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City exploration game
Waterfront Bristol: The Views & History
4.41Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 133 min 4.9 km Bristol App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Play a city exploration game and witness the unbeatable views of Bristol’s waterfront, best seen on foot.
Home to Banksy, Blackbeard, and beautiful rainbow houses, Bristol is a vibrant city with plenty to do. Solve challenges and follow the River Avon as we pass gorgeous waterside views, visit Bristol’s iconic Harbourside, and learn all about the city’s sailing past.
Home to Banksy, Blackbeard, and beautiful rainbow houses, Bristol is a vibrant city with plenty to do. Solve challenges and follow the River Avon as we pass gorgeous waterside views, visit Bristol’s iconic Harbourside, and learn all about the city’s sailing past.
Are you ready to discover Bristol’s waterfront?
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Couples and families wanting a relaxed daytime stroll along Bristol's harbourside will get views of the water and stories of the city's sailing past, from Howard Lock and Underfall Yard to the SS Great Britain and Wapping Wharf, with puzzles at every stop. Plan on a little over three hours across 4.9 km. If you want a short outing, a live guide to question, or a dedicated street art trail, choose another route.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Discover the BBC’s secret broadcasting station from World War Two
Smell the food being made at the site of Bristol’s historic prison
Take your photo with a genuine Banksy piece
See the gig venue where Dua Lipa and Coldplay have performed
Visit the inspiration for the Admiral Benbow pub in Treasure Island
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.41 / 5
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Bristol
A · Start
Sion Hill, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4BL, UK
B · Finish
Llandoger Trow, Bristol BS1, UK
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Jenna Adams.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Jenna AdamsWHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this something I can do in Bristol today?
Yes. You play it on your phone and can start whenever you like, with no group to join and no guide to meet. It is best done during the day, so allow a little over three hours of daylight to enjoy the waterside views along the route.
Where does the walk start and finish?
It starts at The Lookout Lectern and finishes at the Llandoger Trow, so it is not a loop. In between you follow the water past the Old Clifton Rocks Railway, Underfall Yard, Bristol Marina, the SS Great Britain, Wapping Wharf and Arnolfini, covering about 4.9 km.
How long does it take, and can we pause?
Most players take a little over three hours, including walking and solving the puzzles. You can pause at any point, stop for a break at Wapping Wharf or elsewhere, and carry on later from where you left off.
Is it good for kids?
It is recommended for families, and the puzzles are set in what you can see around you, which keeps children involved. The route is about 4.9 km and takes over three hours, so it suits children who are happy walking that distance with breaks.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together on the route, so friends or a family can follow the same stops, share the stories and solve the challenges as a team.
Is Waterfront Bristol: The Views & History self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. You can start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does Waterfront Bristol: The Views & History start and finish?
It starts at The Lookout Lectern, Sion Hill, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4BL, UK and finishes at Llandoger Trow, Llandoger Trow, Bristol BS1, UK. The route is approximately 4.9 km and includes 14 location-based puzzles.
How many accesses does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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Bristol maritime context
How a working harbour became today’s waterfront
Bristol’s waterfront grew around a port shaped by unusually large tides. The Floating Harbour kept water levels more stable for ships, while docks, locks, cranes and warehouses supported trade and employment. By the mid-20th century the Harbourside was still a busy working port; surviving structures such as the M Shed cranes now preserve that industrial story. This quest follows the water and city views, using puzzles to connect today’s leisure waterfront with the maritime landscape beneath it. Playable languages: English.
