Bristol Floating Harbour Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
This historic theater offers a wide variety of entertainment, from West End productions and Broadway shows, to traditional pantomimes and opera.
SS Great Britain
Climb aboard this museum ship to learn about its long and eventful life at sea.
Queen Square
Magnificent architecture surrounds a leafy square that is the location for an annual comedy festival, among other cultural events.
Bristol Cathedral
This 900-year-old religious monument is revered for its exquisite vaulted ceilings, stained-glass windows and Romanesque-style Chapter House.
St Nicholas Market
Bristol’s oldest market is still very much alive with merchants and shoppers. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday are the best days to visit.
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.
Things to do
Bristol: Air Raid Shelter & St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Bristol’s Old Market: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Top hotels in Bristol Floating Harbour
Majestic Hotels Bristol
Very Central location, perfect for a visit to our daughter at University
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Lovely hotel, elegant clean room. There was an excellent choice at breakfast in a spacious room. A huge bonus was Emmylou Harris and her band having breakfast together. The check in , check out, breakfast staff were really helpful even though the hotel was really busy. On the negative side, the room ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Bristol Hotel
Spotlessly clean room, super comfy bed. Didnt eat at the hotel so can t comment on food
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Clean and spacious room. Comfortable beds, no noise from the street. Very centrally located hotel, near restaurants, pubs and cafes. Good breakfast selection. Helpful and welcoming staff. Nothing negative to say - my partner and I really enjoyed our stay and would come back without any ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Good central location. Hotel smells of curry which is fine if that’s your thing, bar prices very expensive, bar staff inattentive. The hotel is geared towards Indian clientele (Indian cricket and tennis on the bar tv’s). Wifi next to useless. I couldn’t sleep because of a very loud whining noise ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Bristol City
Just spent a night. Close to Central Train Station (7-10mins walk). Clean Room, T&B. However reception ain't that great, the so-called "not welcoming".
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bristol Floating Harbour
Harbourside
Harbourside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wills Memorial Building and We The Curious while you're in town.
Canon's Marsh
While visiting Canon's Marsh, you might make a stop by sights like Wills Memorial Building and We The Curious.
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 Old City
Bristol Old City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to St Nicholas Market and Baldwin Street 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 Baldwin Street 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.
