Queen Square, Bristol
Queen Square is a public green space in Bristol. It was originally established in 1699 and named in honor of Queen Anne. It was conveniently by the harbor, which led to its popularity with local merchants.
The square suffered from decline over the years, particularly after a riot in 1831 that caused the destruction of many of the square's buildings. It became the location of a double highway, or carriageway, in the early 20th century. There were an estimated 20,000 vehicles driving through the middle of Queen Square every day by 1991.
In 1999, the city chose to divert traffic in order to restore the square to its former glory. It is now a popular tourist destination that receives about 1.6 million unique visitors per year. Within the square is a statue of William III that was erected in 1736. The square is surrounded by a number of buildings that were constructed in the 18th century.
The square suffered from decline over the years, particularly after a riot in 1831 that caused the destruction of many of the square's buildings. It became the location of a double highway, or carriageway, in the early 20th century. There were an estimated 20,000 vehicles driving through the middle of Queen Square every day by 1991.
In 1999, the city chose to divert traffic in order to restore the square to its former glory. It is now a popular tourist destination that receives about 1.6 million unique visitors per year. Within the square is a statue of William III that was erected in 1736. The square is surrounded by a number of buildings that were constructed in the 18th century.
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Queen Square on Map
Sight Name: Queen Square
Sight Location: Bristol, England (See walking tours in Bristol)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Bristol, England (See walking tours in Bristol)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Bristol, England
Create Your Own Walk in Bristol
Creating your own self-guided walk in Bristol is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Bristol Introduction Walking Tour
A historical city in the southwest of England, Bristol was founded around the year 1000 AD. Predating the settlement at the confluence of the Frome and Avon rivers were the Iron Age hillforts and Roman villas.
The name "Bristol" evolved from the Old English "Brycgstow", which means 鈥渢he place at the bridge鈥�. Its current form emerged through the tendency of the local... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles
The name "Bristol" evolved from the Old English "Brycgstow", which means 鈥渢he place at the bridge鈥�. Its current form emerged through the tendency of the local... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles
Famous Bristol Statues Walking Tour
Throughout its more than 1,000-year-long history, Bristol, England, has generated a wealth of cultural and historical heritage. Reflecting it now, and in some way matching it too, are a number of statues that celebrate personalities who made their mark and once graced the city with their association. These statues are scattered throughout the city, each with its unique story and importance.
The... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
The... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
Banksy Tour in Bristol
Visiting Bristol is like browsing an outdoor urban gallery. Roaming the streets here you will find it difficult not to come across state-of-the-art graffiti adorning the city walls 鈥� boldly displayed in narrow passageways, backstreets or on buildings 鈥� depicting wry humor and subversive images of pop-culture.
Bristol is also where one of the greatest enigmas of recent times 鈥� Banksy 鈥�... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.9 Km or 4.3 Miles
Bristol is also where one of the greatest enigmas of recent times 鈥� Banksy 鈥�... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.9 Km or 4.3 Miles