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What's the best solution for travelling to Bristol if you have a dog? Bringing it with you! Find out more about what makes our serviced apartments dog-friendly...
Read our guide below for tips on visiting Bristol with your four-legged companion!
Yes, Bristol has plenty of places where dogs are welcome, particularly around the city's parks, green spaces, cafés and pubs.
The city is also well suited to exploring on foot, with a mixture of central parks, open spaces and longer countryside walks just outside the city centre.
Some of the best areas to explore with your dog include Clifton, Ashton Court, Leigh Woods and the parks around central Bristol.
The best dog walks in Bristol
Just outside the city centre, Ashton Court Estate is one of Bristol's best-known green spaces. With around 850 acres of parkland and woodland to explore, there's plenty of room for dogs to stretch their legs.
There are also dog-friendly facilities on site, including cafés, making it a convenient option for a longer walk.
For a walk surrounded by woodland, head towards Leigh Woods on the other side of the Avon Gorge.
The wooded trails provide a change of scenery from the city centre and are particularly appealing if your dog enjoys exploring somewhere with plenty of natural surroundings.
Clifton Down and Durdham Down provide large areas of open grassland and some of the city's most recognisable views.
It's a popular area for walking and gives you the chance to combine a dog walk with a visit to Clifton and the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
Blaise Castle Estate offers a mixture of woodland, open spaces and paths to explore.
It's another good option if you're looking for somewhere away from the busiest parts of central Bristol.
If you're staying centrally, Castle Park is an easy option for a dog walk without having to travel far.
The green space sits close to Bristol's main shopping and city-centre areas, making it convenient to combine with a day exploring the city.
Stoke Park and Snuff Mills are two more options for getting out into greener surroundings.
They're particularly useful if you're looking for somewhere to give your dog a break from the city streets.
Clifton is one of the most enjoyable parts of Bristol to explore on foot. You can walk around the neighbourhood, head towards Clifton Down and take in the views around the Avon Gorge.
If you're visiting the Clifton Suspension Bridge, the surrounding area also gives you plenty of opportunities to continue your walk.
Bristol's harbourside is a good option for seeing some of the city while keeping your dog with you.
The waterfront connects several central areas, so you can build a longer walk around the parts of Bristol you want to visit.
If your dog needs regular opportunities to stretch their legs, Bristol's central parks make it relatively easy to include walks throughout your day.
Castle Park and Queen Square are both convenient options when you're already exploring the city centre.
One of the advantages of travelling with a dog is that you don't necessarily have to leave them behind when it's time for a coffee, lunch or a drink.
Bristol has a good selection of cafés, pubs and outdoor dining spaces where dogs may be welcome.
It's always worth checking the individual venue's current policy before visiting, particularly if you're travelling with a larger dog or visiting during a busy period.
For the same reason, checking opening times and any restrictions before setting out can save you an unnecessary detour.
If you're looking for somewhere to stay with your dog, Your Apartment has a selection of dog-friendly serviced apartments across Bristol.
Rather than covering the individual apartments in detail here, you can see the full range of available properties, locations and current pet requirements on our dedicated guide:
A little planning can make a dog-friendly city break much easier.
Dogs are welcome in many outdoor areas and businesses around Bristol, although individual cafés, pubs, shops and attractions have their own policies. It’s best to check before visiting.
Popular options include Ashton Court, Leigh Woods, The Downs, Blaise Castle Estate, Castle Park, Stoke Park and Snuff Mills. The right choice depends on whether you want woodland, open parkland or a central city walk.
Bristol can be a convenient destination for a dog-friendly city break, with numerous parks, walking routes, outdoor spaces and places to eat and drink where dogs may be welcome.
The surrounding Clifton area and walking routes around the Avon Gorge are suitable for exploring with a dog. Check the current rules for specific areas or attractions before your visit.
Yes. Bristol has a range of pubs, cafés and venues with outdoor areas where dogs may be welcome. Policies vary between venues, so check before you go.
Your Apartment offers dog-friendly serviced apartments in several areas of Bristol, including Clifton, Cotham and around Temple Meads. See our dog-friendly places to stay in Bristol for available properties and current pet policies.
A weekend is enough to experience some of Bristol's main dog-friendly areas, but staying for three or more days gives you more time to explore parks, walking routes and different parts of the city without rushing.
