The Shakespeare Tavern, Bristol

Name: The Shakespeare Tavern
Address: 68 Prince Street, Bristol, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 117 929 7695

#253 among attractions in Bristol

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Facts and practical information

The Shakespeare is an historic pub in Prince Street, Bristol, England. Built in 1725 by the Bristol builder John Strahan as a pair of attached Georgian-style houses, it was converted into a pub in 1777 at which time it supplied refreshment to dock workers at the adjoining port. It has been a grade II* listed building since 1959. ()

Coordinates: 51°26'58"N, 2°35'50"W

Address

68 Prince StreetCabotBristol United Kingdom

Contact

+44 117 929 7695

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Day trips

The Shakespeare Tavern – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: M Shed, Arnolfini, Bristol Cathedral, Redcliffe Caves.

~770 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
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~1050 ftSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
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~1290 ftNE
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~830 ftW
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Bridge
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~1370 ftN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Shakespeare Tavern?

Nearby attractions include Arnolfini, Bristol (1 min walk), Pero's Bridge, Bristol (1 min walk), Prince Street Bridge, Bristol (2 min walk), Bristol Harbour Railway, Bristol (3 min walk).

How to get to The Shakespeare Tavern by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Shakespeare Tavern:

Bus

Queen Square • Lines: m2 (3 min walk)
Anchor Road • Lines: 902, 903, Falcon (5 min walk)

Ferry

Prince Street Bridge • Lines: Hotwells-Centre (3 min walk)
Millennium Square • Lines: Hotwells-Centre (3 min walk)

Train

Princes Wharf (3 min walk)
SS Great Britain (10 min walk)