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.
Bristol Cathedral
This 900-year-old religious monument is revered for its exquisite vaulted ceilings, stained-glass windows and Romanesque-style Chapter House.
Queen Square
Magnificent architecture surrounds a leafy square that is the location for an annual comedy festival, among other cultural events.
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
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Guided Walking Tour of Bristol Old City and Harbour
Bristol: The House Magicians Comedy and Magic Show
Top hotels in Bristol Floating Harbour
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
The room was clean and staff good. Was surprised that the cleaning staff had left the window open though, so it was very cold when I arrived and took a while for the room to warm up. Dinner was a little disappointing - stick toffee pudding was dry and tasted stale. Breakfast was amazing though and ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Bristol Hotel
Room was spotless, well provisioned with drinks and biscuits. Good quality bathroom products. Bathroom was very bijou! Only thing that was a little disappointing but everything else was superb. Staff were so helpful and friendly- lovely choices on bar food
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
All good
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Clean, comfortable and pleasant reception staff.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Centre
It’s near the train station, so prefect for trains and airport flyer bus…
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Bristol City
the room is spotless with everything i need for staying one night. the location is good, close to the city centre. No free parking... the is a large car just right in front of the main entrance of the hotel, but seems it was private or need special arrangement. The suggested car park is around 5-10 ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 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 Broadmead Shopping Centre 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.
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.
