Incentive Travel in Bristol

Whether you’re rewarding an individual member of staff for outstanding performance or a team of superstars for going the extra mile, take a closer look at Bristol for incentive travel with a difference.

Alongside its range of exciting and unique event venues, Bristol also boasts state-of-the-art attractions, historical landmarks, world-class events, fantastic shopping and superlative dining destinations. Great experiences await and we can help facilitate exclusive behind-the-scenes tours or guides.

Find out more about why Bristol should be your next incentive destination by browsing our picks themes and experiences below and then getting in touch with the Meet Bristol & Bath team.

Our local knowledge is second to none, so we are a great place to start when planning your incentive programme, saving you time and ensuring your attendees have the best experience in Bristol.

We highly recommend taking advantage of Bristol, Bath and surrounding locations as they all have something unique to offer.

Below are our top picks for Bristol. We have also put together some suggested itineraries for the region here.

Culinary delights

Bristol is known for is vibrant food scene and was the proud recipient of the ‘Worlds best food destination’ at the Food Trekking awards in 2019. Bristol offers a mix of street food, Michelin starred restaurants and highly related independent restaurants to suit all tastes.

Visit craft breweries, vineyards and distilleries. Try Bristol Beer Factory, 6 O’clock Gin or Aldwick Estate for a local tipple.
Enjoy exclusive hire and use of a hotel, such as the Hotel du Vin & Bistro or Berwick Lodge and enjoy their outstanding food offerings.
Relish a Michelin started dining experience at Paco Tapas, Bulrush or Casamia.

Creative Culture & Heritage

From unusual boutique hotels and luxury safari-style lodges to large city centre hotels and historic country houses, all accommodation offers an excellent base for your clients to discover Bristol and the West of England. A number of smaller properties, both in the central and surrounding area, are often available for exclusive use and can provide a one-off travel experience.

Home to a host of museums and galleries, there are great opportunities to explore after hours with a curator led tour.
Watch, learn and try your hand at glass blowing with Bristol Blue Glass.
Take a street art tour and spray art session with a local artist in the birthplace of Banksy.
Hold a private drinks reception at a historic venue. Brunel’s SS Great Britain and the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery are among the venues offering this special experience.

Unique Experiences

Take a guided tour of the famous Clifton Suspension Bridge or book a ticket to go behind the scenes and explore Brunel’s hidden vaults on a hard hat tour.
Take a champagne balloon flight across the city or countryside with one of the region’s hot air balloon companies. For a unique experience, book a flight at Bristol’s International Balloon Fiesta – the largest in Europe.
Private hire of The Matthew - Owned by The Matthew of Bristol Trust, the modern Matthew is a fabulous and faithful reconstruction of the ship used by the explorer John Cabot when he discovered Newfoundland in 1497.

Spectating or participating in the finest sports

Enjoy first class hospitality watching some of the best in UK sport. Enjoy the unique atmosphere at Bath Rugby or some of the finest UK cricket at Gloucestershire County Cricket Club. Ashton Gate Stadium has both group dining or corporate boxes for rugby, football and a range of spectacular events.

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The Bristol - a Doyle Collection Hotel

Address

Prince Street, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 4QF

Telephone
+44 (0)117 923 0333

bristol@doylecollection.com

Bristol

Luxury hotel, offering gorgeous views over the Harbourside, spacious rooms and one large suite
Aerospace Bristol

Address

Hayes Way, Patchway, Bristol, BS34 5BZ

Telephone
+44 (0)117 931 5315

info@aerospacebristol.org

Bristol

Ready for boarding, Aerospace Bristol tells the amazing story of Bristol’s world-class aerospace industry and gives you and your family the chance to step aboard a British icon, Concorde Alpha Foxtrot.
Brunel's SS Great Britain

Address

Great Western Dockyard, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol, BS1 6TY

Telephone
+44 (0) 117 926 0680

admin@ssgreatbritain.org

Bristol

Step aboard the world’s first great ocean liner, dating back to 1843. Tour the ship, climb the rigging, head deep into the Dry Dock and meet Victorian passengers and explore two additional museums in the historic dockyard
Watershed

Address

1 Canons Road, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5TX

Telephone
+44 (0)117 927 6444

info@watershed.co.uk

Harbourside, Bristol

Enjoy a lively programme of independent film, digital media and events at this fantastic media centre in the heart of the Harbourside
Royal West of England Academy

Address

Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1PX

Telephone
+44 (0)117 973 5129

info@rwa.org.uk

Clifton, Bristol

Bristol's first art gallery, housing over 1200 works of art from 19th century to the present day, a coffee shop and a small gift shop.
De Vere Tortworth Court

Address

Tortworth, Bristol, GL12 8HH

Telephone
+44 (0)1454 263 000

Tortworth.reception@four-pillars.co.uk

Bristol

A Grade II* listed Victorian mansion, Tortworth Court offers all the grandeur of an elegant Cotswolds hotel alongside the luxurious facilities of a premier four-star hotel.
Bristol Beacon

Address

Colston Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR

Telephone
+44 (0)117 203 4040

hello@bristolbeacon.org

Bristol

Bristol Beacon is Bristol’s largest concert hall, presenting concerts and entertainment by major names in rock, pop, jazz, folk, world and classical music, stand up comedy and light entertainment, as well as local choirs, orchestras and schools.
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel

Address

College Green, Bristol, BS1 5TA

Telephone
+44 (0) 870 400 7220

cork.regional.reservations@marriott.com

Bristol

Explore vibrant Bristol city and harbour by staying at Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel. Just a 10 minute walk from Wills Memorial Building and 5 minutes from Bristol Beacon.
Gloucestershire County Cricket Club Hospitality

Address

Gloucestershire Cricket Club, Bristol County Ground, Nevil Road, Bishopston, Bristol, BS7 9EJ

Telephone
+44 (0)117 910 8025

thebristolpavilion@thelindleygroup.com

Nevil Road, Bishopston, Bristol

Guests can enjoy Division One County Championship cricket for the first
time since 2004 at the Bristol Pavilion as they indulge in a delicious array
of food served throughout the day
Hotel du Vin Bristol Avon Gorge

Address

Sion Hill, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 4LD

Telephone
+44 (0)117 973 8955

eventsdesk@hotelduvin.com

Clifton, Bristol

Famous hotel that sits right on top of the spectacular Avon Gorge, with views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge
Banksy Walking Tour Experience

Address

Various locations around Bristol

Some of Banksy's most famous Bristol works combined to make for a great self-guided walking tour of the city.
Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Address

Queens Road, Bristol, BS8 1RL

Telephone
+44 (0) 1172 032 306

Bristol

An inspirational setting for sophisticated entertaining in the heart of the city.
Harbour Hotel Bristol

Address

55 Corn Street, Bristol, BS1 1HT

Telephone
+44 (0)844 811 1103

bristol.events@harbourhotels.co.uk

Bristol

With 42 luxury bedrooms, some with spectacular views over St Nicholas Market and Bristol Crown Court, you will feel instantly relaxed as you settle into your surroundings.
Bristol Packet Boat Trips

Address

Ticket Office, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol, BS1 6UN

Telephone
+44 (0)117 926 8157

info@bristolpacket.co.uk

Bristol

Enjoy harbour tours and river trips with Bristol Packet Boat Trips with public timetabled trips and private hire available.
Wiper and True brewery tours

Address

Units 11-15, City Business Park, Bristol, BS5 0SP

Telephone
+44 (0)117 9412501

hello@wiperandtrue.com

Bristol

Guided brewery tours are available every Saturday for Wiper & True's custom-engineered brewery in Old Market.
The Ivy Clifton Brasserie events

Address

42-44 Caledonia Place, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 4DN

Telephone
+44 (0)117 2034 555

reservations@theivycliftonbrasserie.com

Bristol

Their space is suitable for all occasions, whether it’s a working business lunch or entertaining friends and family.
Bristol Old Vic Events

Address

King Street, Bristol, BS1 4ED

Telephone
+44 (0)117 907 2681

events@bristololdvic.org.uk

Bristol

Opened in 1766, Bristol Old Vic is the country’s oldest continuously working theatre offering an historic venue, central location and flexible event spaces, ranging in capacity from 12 to 550.
GOOD: Stories in Food Team Building

Address

13 Malvern Road, Bristol, BS5 8JP

Telephone
+44 (0) 7881 581 841

florence@goodstoriesinfood.com

Bristol

Deliciously different team experiences with GOOD: Stories in Food. Tours, trips and workshops that celebrate the best in local, independent, ethical food and drink.
Thornbury Castle

Address

Castle Street, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 1HH

Telephone
+44 (0)1454 281182

info@thornburycastle.co.uk

Bristol

Thornbury Castle has all the majesty of a royal residence. A wonderful retreat from everyday routine.
The Wave

Address

Easter Compton, Bristol, BS35 5RE

Telephone
+44 (0)333 016 4133

info@thewave.com

Bristol

The Wave is an inland-surfing destination where everyone can surf and bodyboard on consistent safe waves every day of the year.