Harbourside Travel Guide
Bristol
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Popular places to visit
Bristol Cathedral
This 900-year-old religious monument is revered for its exquisite vaulted ceilings, stained-glass windows and Romanesque-style Chapter House.
Wills Memorial Building
Tour majestic halls and climb a tower to enjoy sweeping views over Bristol’s city center at this emblematic university building.
Millennium Square
Watch sports events on a big screen, spot statues of notable Bristolians and enjoy family-friendly fun via interactive exhibits and shows at a museum.
We The Curious
Meet a science expert, carry out a DNA extraction and make a TV show; the hands-on activities at this science center will keep children entertained for hours.
Queen Victoria's Statue
Standing in the shadow of landmark buildings at the edge of College Green is a statue dedicated to one of Britain’s longest-serving monarchs.
Watershed
Movie screenings, festivals, art exhibitions and live music present a busy schedule of events at this digital media center.
Things to do
Bristol: Air Raid Shelter & St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Bristol Waterfront: Brunel to Banksy Self-Guided Puzzle Walk
Bristol: Brunel's SS Great Britain Experience Entry Ticket
West Country Games - the most popular group activity in the South West!
Top hotels in Harbourside
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
"This hotel claims to be 4 star. At best it is 2 star. Old rooms with poor facilities. Dreadfully slow service and poor food. And on this occasion, air conditioning that did not work - a minor detail that they did not tell me about when checking in. I am not sure you star ranks these hotels, but they ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
ibis Bristol Centre
"Room was fine, staff were good. Ordered a pizza from the barcoded menu in the room. After 20 minutes then order was accepted - great. After a full hour no pizza? I don't hatsapped the business team at the hotel and was told the hotel didn't receive an order from me and they do not take online orders! ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Majestic Hotels Bristol
"Great place to stay if you want to be central. Ten mins walk from station and located down at the harbour with bars and restaurants close by. The staff were friendly and helpful. And it was very well priced."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Apex City of Bath Hotel
"Booked and paid for 2 nights, had an emergency on the 1st night so couldn't check in. In the morning, was told the company had sold my room on as "guessed " I wasnt coming"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
"Original room smelled like faeces and I was already running late for a function so asked for a new room. The lady at the desk insisted that no one would be free for the next 2 hours to deliver our new room key and insisted we come down for the key. Did we make the room smell like faeces? Was there ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Z Hotel Bath
"A great last minute choice for two days in Bath. Great location and rooms were clean. Checkin process was good even at late night."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Harbourside
Canon's Marsh
While visiting Canon's Marsh, you might make a stop by sights like Wills Memorial Building and We The Curious.
Bristol Floating Harbour
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Bristol Floating Harbour. Make a stop by We The Curious or Millennium Square while you're exploring the area.
Southville
Historical sites and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Southville. A stop by Tobacco Factory Theatre is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Bristol Old City
Bristol Old City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to St Nicholas Market and Broadmead Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Redcliffe
Redcliffe is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Banksy Graffiti Thekla and Redcliffe Caves while you're in town.
Bristol City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Bristol City Centre. Make a stop by St Nicholas Market or Old Vic Theatre while you're exploring the area.
