Portway

The Portway is a fairy long road that links up Avonmouth to the centre of Bristol. Having driven down it and ran it, it provides a different view of the famous Suspension Bridge.
The bad side is the traffic in the morning– it is packed and slow going during rush hour due to a bus lane that hardly get used.

The Portway is by far the best way to enter Bristol in terms of your impression of the city. It’s a road running through the Avon Gorge, the view is truly spectacular especially in the autumn, and is reminiscent of big forests in North America. As you enter Bristol you drive under Bristol’s signature landmark — Clifton Suspension Bridge which is a fantastic introduction to Bristol’s heritage. There is also a cycle track that runs alongside the road which is frequented by cyclists and runners getting fit and enjoying this beautiful scenery, although at night it can be a bit isolated for pedestrians. So if your planning on coming to Bristol if you can come by this road its well worth a look.