Bristol Map
Interactive map of Bristol with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Bristol is a city in England. Bristol is known for street art and the Clifton bridge. It has a population of about 470.000.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Bristol with clear. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 58°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Bristol is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 92 mi away. Nearby highlights include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, River Thames and British Museum.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 77°F is 7°F above the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Bristol today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Bristol
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 51°27′16.2″N 2°35′16.4″W (51.4545, -2.5879)
Quick facts about Bristol
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°27′16.2″N 2°35′16.4″W (51.4545, -2.5879) |
| Population | 470.000 |
| Known for | street art and the Clifton bridge |
| Local time | 2:44 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Neighboring cities in England
Sorted by distance from Bristol.
Getting to Bristol
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR) · 92 mi
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW) · 106 mi
- Dublin Airport (DUB) · 206 mi
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) · 283 mi
- Bath · 11 mi · roughly 15 min driving
- Cardiff · 26 mi · roughly 35 min driving
- Oxford · 61 mi · roughly 1.4 h driving
- Stratford-upon-Avon · 63 mi · roughly 1.5 h driving
- Birmingham · 77 mi · roughly 1.8 h driving
- London · 106 mi · roughly 2.4 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Bristol
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 92 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 106 mi | Sussex |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 206 mi | Dublin |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | CDG | 283 mi | Paris |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 289 mi | Paris |
Things to do in Bristol
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Bristol.
Explore Bristol
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bristol?
Bristol is a city in England. Its coordinates are 51.4545, -2.5879. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Bristol right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with clear. Humidity is 70% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bristol?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Bristol, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bristol in?
Bristol observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:44 AM.
How many people live in Bristol?
Bristol has a population of approximately 470.000.
What is the nearest airport to Bristol?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 92 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 106 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 206 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bristol?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, River Thames, British Museum, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and Tower of London.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 2:44 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
