visiting bristol old vic...
Directions
Bristol Old Vic, King Street, Bristol, BS1 4ED
Map
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Public Transport
Bristol Temple Meads railway station is a 15 minute walk to Bristol Old Vic or there are regular buses and taxis from outside the station into the City Centre. There is also a ferry which runs from the railway station into the City Centre. Marlborough Street Bus Station is a 20 minute walk away.
By Foot
Bristol Old Vic is located on King Street which is a quick 5 minute walk from the City Centre. Walking from the centre towards the harbourside bear left onto Prince Street take the first left onto King Street and you will find us on the left just half way down the street.
Cycle
There are bike racks available on King Street and also Prince Street.
By Ferry
Bristol Ferry Boat Company run regular ferries from Hotwells and Bristol Temple Meads railway station to the City centre all year round and 7 days a week.
By Car
Coming from the M32 onto the A4032 following signs to the City Centre you will reach traffic signals on the A4044, here, turn right onto Bond Street still following signs to the City Centre. At the St James Barton roundabout take the first exit signposted City Centre keep in the left hand lane, following the road around to the left onto Baldwin Street. When you get to the fourth set of traffic lights on this road turn right and follow the road around to the left onto Welshback, take the second right straight on to Little King Street, turn right again onto King William Avenue and finally turn right onto King Street.
The M4 and M5 also lead into Bristol.
Car Parking
There are good parking facilities in the surrounding area including, an NCP on Prince Street and Queen Charlotte Street. Meter parking is also available on King Street and Queen Square
Taxis
Can be booked from the theatre
Fly
Bristol International Airport has regular connections to the UK, European Cities and also to New York City. A regular flyer runs from various stops throughout Bristol the closest stop is on Baldwin Street.
Coaches
There is space for two coaches to set down and pick up in front of Bristol Old Vic on King Street. The closest coach park is at the Maritime Heritage Centre (access off of Cumberland Road) with a fee of £1.10 for up to 24hours or there is free parking along Cumberland Road.