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Bristol

Pennsylvania, United States · North America

About Bristol

Bristol is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Florence, 30km from Independence Hall, Philadelphia.

Bristol is a town located in Pennsylvania, United States. With a population of 9,569, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Bristol sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Bristol to your route.

About Bristol

Bristol Industrial Historic District is a national historic district located in Bristol, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It encompasses nine contributing buildings in a wholly industrial area of Bristol. It includes the Keystone Mill (1877, 1903), Star Mill (1880), Wilson & Fenimore Walpaper Factory (1882), and Peirce and

Read more William Planing Mill (1891). The district includes the separately listed Grundy Mill Complex and formerly listed Bristol Carpet Mills. A number of the buildings were constructed by the Bristol Improvement Company between 1876 and 1885. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.

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What are the best things to do in Bristol?

Bristol offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Bristol located?

Bristol is located in Pennsylvania, United States, North America. The coordinates are 40.1007 latitude, -74.8518 longitude.

What is the population of Bristol?

Bristol has a population of approximately 9,569 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
9,569
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Pennsylvania
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
40.1007, -74.8518

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United States

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Bristol

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Independence Hall, Philadelphia

The birthplace of American democracy where the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were debated and adopted.

30 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Liberty Bell

Iconic cracked bell in Philadelphia that rang to mark the reading of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

30 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Six Flags Great Adventure

New Jersey's premier amusement park with world-class coasters and an adjoining safari experience.

35 km · about 40 min drive

museum

Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

One of the world's greatest collections of racing sports cars, with rare vehicles that actually compete in demonstration days.

40 km · about 45 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Bristol.

Burlington

🇺🇸 United States

3 km awayPop. 9,808

Florence

🇺🇸 United States

4 km awayPop. 4,426

Croydon

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 9,950

Tullytown

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 1,859

Edgewater Park

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 7,387

Roebling

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 3,715

Levittown

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 52,983

Beverly

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 2,559

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