About Bristol, CT

Bristol is situated in central Connecticut, 20 miles southwest of Hartford with easy access to all major highways. It is a diverse and family-friendly community that offers a wide range of historical, entertainment and dining opportunities.

Bristol’s quality of life benefits from the 700 acres of beautiful parks; a high-rated education system, including two high schools with upgraded buildings and surrounding athletic fields; and an aggressive promotion of economic development that attracts reputable industry, which in turn increases our property values. The Bristol community is active in the arts, a wide range of sporting activities and preserving our city’s rich history of architecture, revolutionary clock making and general manufacturing.