Bristol, Administrative division in Pennsylvania, United States.
Bristol is a borough located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, with residential neighborhoods and commercial areas spread throughout the community. The municipality sits within the Greater New York metropolitan region and serves as a local hub for daily activities and services.
The town was founded in the early 18th century and began as an agricultural settlement in the colonial period. Industrial development later transformed it into the suburban area it is today.
The town hosts community events and seasonal festivals that bring residents together throughout the year. Art shows and local celebrations reflect the mix of people who call the area home.
The area is accessible by car and public transportation, with good connections to major routes leading to nearby towns and the broader region. Visitors can navigate easily through the established street network and find local services throughout the community.
Old factory buildings from the industrial era still stand in the town, serving as reminders of when manufacturing was the main economic activity. These structures create a layer of history visible throughout the streets.
Location: Bucks County
Inception: 1681
Elevation above the sea: 6 m
Shares border with: Burlington Township, Burlington, Bristol Township
Website: http://bristolborough.com
GPS coordinates: 40.10330,-74.85140
Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:17
Delaware River – Turnpike Toll Bridge
2.3 km
Burlington–Bristol Bridge
2.9 km
Burlington Island
1.4 km
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
3.1 km
Dorrance Mansion
864 mWar Dog Memorial
2.7 km
Bristol College
5 km
Burlington Historic District
2.9 km
Grundy Mill Complex
119 m
Revell House
2.9 km
Harriman Historic District
854 m
Church of St. James the Greater
717 m
Fallsington Historic District
5.5 km
Bristol Historic District
595 m
Quaker School
2.6 km
Bristol Industrial Historic District
280 mHigh Street Historic District
3 km
Jefferson Land Association Historic District
471 m
Jefferson Avenue School
604 mLake Louis
6.1 kmGrand Theatre
1 kmRoebling Theater
5.7 kmBurlington observatory
5 kmFort Wilhelmus
2.2 kmPuerto Rican Garita Replica Monument
1.2 kmLion's Park Lion
1 kmWork of art, sculpture
1 kmScenic viewpoint
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