Parking in Bristol

Clifton and city centre — hilly but findable

Bristol is a hilly city where parking in popular areas like Clifton Village and Harbourside is at a premium. The city council enforces CPZs actively, particularly around the University of Bristol and Clifton. Cabot Circus shopping centre has the largest city-centre car park.

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Bristol parking at a glance

PCN penalty charge

£70 (£35 if paid within 14 days)

Cabot Circus car park

Over 2,000 spaces — pre-book for best rates

Clifton Village

Metered bays on The Mall and nearby streets

Park & Ride

Long Ashton, Portway, Brislington, Bath Road

Parking tips for Bristol

Clifton village meters are expensive

Meter rates in Clifton Village are among the highest in Bristol. Consider parking slightly further and walking down — it's a pleasant route.

Harbourside evenings

Bristol's Harbourside is popular in the evenings. Many Harbourside car parks operate lower flat evening rates from 6 pm.

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