Bristol's
heart of
independent
shopping.

Over 20 independent shops and businesses, housed in a Victorian arcade at the very centre of Bristol since 1825.

Over 20 independents

The Arcade today

From jewellery and tattoos to milkshakes and Italian food — there's something for everyone.

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Unit 12BeautyMilanese Hair Salon shopfront in The Arcade, Bristol

Milanese Hair Salon

Milanese Hair is The Arcade's brand-new luxury hair salon! The South-West's first Dominican hair salon, Milanese Hair specialise in Afro-Caribbean hair - but they've got the expertise to make eve…

1-4HealthSmmmile Bristol shopfront in The Arcade, Bristol

Smmmile Bristol

Smmmile Bristol is a new cosmetic dental clinic that has opened in The Arcade in Broadmead providing Invisalign and other smile makeover treatments in its state of the art clinic.

8-9Food & DrinkShakeaway shopfront in The Arcade, Bristol

Shakeaway

Thanks to its amazing customers, Shakeaway is the world’s largest milkshake bar company and the original re-inventor of the milkshake since 1999, with stores worldwide!

Unit 29ServicesInked Up shopfront in The Arcade, Bristol

Inked Up

Proving that we do indeed have a bit of everything at The Arcade, Inked Up Bristol is an established tattoo and piercing parlour in Broadmead.

17-18Food & DrinkTaste of Napoli shopfront in The Arcade, Bristol

Taste of Napoli

If you are looking for an authentic taste of Italy, then look no further than the Arcade Bristol's very own Taste of Napoli.

Unit 11BeautyMaya's Eyebrows shopfront in The Arcade, Bristol

Maya's Eyebrows

Maya's Eyebrows & Beauty in Bristol have a wide range of treatments available including their most popular, professional eyebrow threading.

Unit 31RetailSilver Scene shopfront in The Arcade, Bristol

Silver Scene

Silver Scene is an independent designer and retailer of quality hand-made sterling silver jewellery. Their range will have something to any and all occasion or taste.

Visitor reviews

What visitors say

Must visit Bristol spot

A Wilson

Like a tardis, went on forever and ever, lovely old victorian building my daughter loved it too.

Ryan HT

There's a wicked watch shop... And a lovely key cutting kiosk with all sorts!

Reuben S

One of the oldest arcades, before the war there were 2 in Broadmead, would have been lovely.

Christine P

A number of smaller, boutique type shops, a bit more interesting than the mainstream shops.

S Wood

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The best Milkshakes in Bristol!

Apr 02 · 2026 · Food & Drink

The best Milkshakes in Bristol!

Shakeaway is the world’s largest milkshake bar company – and the original re-inventor of the milkshake since 1999, with locations across the world...

Read more — The best Milkshakes in Bristol!
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In the heart of the city

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AddressThe Arcade, Bristol, City of Bristol, BS1 3JD
Opening hoursMon–Sat 9am – 6pm · Sun 11am – 5pm
Individual business hours may vary
Getting here2 min walk from Bristol City Centre bus stops.
Broadmead shopping area — between Boots and Primark
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