Turn Bristol into a playable map with a one-day self-guided treasure hunt and quiz. Use the app to unlock hidden spots, solve clues and pick a self-paced route through the city’s docks, hills and street-art corners.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You start at a street corner where seagulls wheel over a canal and the River Avon dares you to follow its bends. A smartphone buzzes, the map unfurls and the city becomes a field game: Georgian terraces, steep lanes that cut the hill like staircases, and a patchwork of parks and industrial docks waiting to be scored.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours (self-paced)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect several kilometers of walking and a few short climbs
Wildlife
History
Bristol’s port grew on the River Avon; its docks and warehouses chart a shift from shipbuilding and trade to creative industries and independent commerce.
Conservation
Respect local neighborhoods and private spaces while playing; stick to marked paths and avoid trampling green spaces—many urban biodiversity pockets depend on considerate visitors.
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Charge and carry a power bank
The app runs GPS and quizzes—bring external power if you plan multiple hours of play and photo-taking.
Wear grippy shoes
Expect cobbles, short steep climbs and wet steps near the harbourside—sturdy footwear keeps the pace comfortable.
Plan transport between clusters
Spread-out pins make public buses or a short taxi useful if you want to hit distant neighbourhoods in one day.
Check accessibility for strollers
Main routes are stroller-friendly but some alleys and viewpoints include steps—pick low-step routes if needed.
Smartphone with GPS
Required to access the app, map pins, and quizzes.
Portable power bank
Keeps your device alive through hours of GPS use and photos.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects feet on cobbles, wet steps and short steep streets.
Light waterproof jacket
Quick protection against drizzle and coastal wind between challenges.
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