Portishead Travel Guide
Bristol
Visit Portishead
Popular places to visit
Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
Discover new fashion trends, watch the latest releases from Hollywood and play a round of miniature golf at this modern retail mall.
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
This historic theater offers a wide variety of entertainment, from West End productions and Broadway shows, to traditional pantomimes and opera.
University of Bristol
Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university.
Thornbury Castle
Walk the grounds once traversed by royalty, dine in a dungeon and spend the night in a room fit for a king.
Ashton Gate Stadium
Catch an event at Ashton Gate Stadium during your trip to Bristol. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Clifton Suspension Bridge
Both striking and practical, this bridge has long been the symbol of the city of Bristol.
Things to do
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Bristol: Wake The Tiger Amazement Park Entry Ticket
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Top hotels in Portishead
go2 portishead marina hotel
Very clean room, staff very nice.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Great room, spacious and clean. Quick check in and check out process.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
The Angel Hotel
Good size clean room. Nice breakfast and hotel close to castle, city centre, and millennium stadium
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Did not gave breakfast so left average score
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Great service, no early check-in tariff, top floor request noted and delivered. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hampton by Hilton Bath City
Great hotel and staff
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Portishead
Avonmouth
Though Avonmouth may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Noah's Ark Zoo Farm and The Mall at Cribbs Causeway.
Clifton
Travellers come to Clifton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like The Clifton Arcade and Clifton Observatory while you're in town.
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.
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.
Bedminster
Visitors to Bedminster enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Skirmish Paintball Bristol is worth a stop.
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.
