Welcome to the Christmas Steps Website!

Let us help you find your way around our neighborhood. Whether you're a local resident, visitor or student, there are interesting and convenient things for you to do and see in and around the Christmas Steps.

Shopping
The Christmas Steps is a unique shopping area boasting a collection of quality independent shops, galleries and cafes. We have scores of shops selling fashionable clothing, art and craft, gifts, fine foods, books, wedding dresses, silverware, musical instruments – to name just a few!

Going Out
The Christmas Steps and it's surrounding streets offer a wide range of cafes, bars, take-aways, delis, gourmet restaurants and traditional pubs.

The area is also home to Colston Hall, the South West’s largest concert venue, offering audiences across Bristol and beyond an exciting, eclectic repertoire. From world-class classical concerts, rock and pop to world music events and prestigious jazz acts there is something for everyone.

Arts & Culture
The Christmas Steps area is a very creative place and is home to many galleries and craft shops both independently-run and artist-run.

History
The steps were actually constructed in September 1669 and were paid for solely by a wealthy wine merchant, Jonathan Blackwell....

We look forward to seeing you here soon!