Located on the banks of the River Avon, Bristol is the sixth most populous city in England. Because of its location, Bristol has had a long history with trade, bringing great wealth to the city. Bristol is world renowned for engineering and culture alike. Isambard Kingdom Brunel, one of the key figures in the industrial revolution, has strong ties to the city as well as the world’s most famous street artist, Banksy. Hiring a car in Bristol allows you to really make the most of the wide range of attractions available in the city.
In a city that is spoilt for choice for great architecture and engineering, the Clifton Suspension Bridge is the most iconic. Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, work began on the bridge in 1831 but it was not completed until five years after his death in 1864. We definitely recommend renting a car and driving over the River Avon, across this great feat of 19th century engineering. A fantastic way to see Bristol is through the street art of Banksy. Rent a car in Bristol and see how many of the graffiti artist’s works you can spot. Some of Banksy’s work, which you could see in the area include Grim Reaper and The Girl with the Pierced Eardrum - both located in central Bristol as well as Cat and Dog which is located in nearby Easton, just a short drive away.
