Overview
Bristol is a borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. This article also covers the neighboring communities of Tullytown and Levittown.
2 things to do
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Best things about Bristol
Grundy Ice Rink
Bristol Spurline Park Rail Trail
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Nov. Summer highs reach about 87°F; winter lows dip to about 21°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jan and Feb. (climate data from nearby Huntingdon Valley)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- TTN Trenton Mercer Airport, Ewing Township — 12 mi away. Directions
- PHL Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia — 26 mi away (major hub). Directions
Bristol is approximately 20 minutes north of central Philadelphia via Interstate 95. The Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-276, has an exit in Bristol. Coming from New Jersey, Bristol is serviced by the Burlington-Bristol Bridge or the turnpike bridge, which connects the New Jersey Turnpike to the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Grundy Ice Rink
- Afternoon Bristol Spurline Park Rail Trail
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
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Get in
By car
Bristol is approximately 20 minutes north of central Philadelphia via Interstate 95. The Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-276, has an exit in Bristol. Coming from New Jersey, Bristol is serviced by the Burlington-Bristol Bridge or the turnpike bridge, which connects the New Jersey Turnpike to the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
By train
The SEPTA Trenton Line stops in Bristol.
See
- Bristol Riverside Theatre
- Silver Lake Park
- Margaret R. Grundy Theatre and Museum
Do
Buy
Shop All Fresh Market
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