Southville Travel Guide

Bristol

Southville
Southville
Southville
Southville
Southville

Browse independent shops, attend a soccer match and be part of a street art festival at this vibrant riverside neighbourhood.

Wander to the south of Bristol Floating Harbour to colorful Southville. Set along the River Avon, Southville was once the home of the labor force of Bristol’s coal mining, tanning and tobacco industries. The area was damaged in World War II, gentrified in the 1980s and soon after began attracting artists and independent traders.

North Street is the beating heart of the district and marks the border between Southville and Bedminster. The street is home to boutiques, farmers markets, galleries, gastropubs, microbreweries and restaurants that serve cuisine inspired by the flavors of Africa and Asia. Along the street you’ll find the Tobacco Factory Theatres, an intimate performing arts venue located inside a collection of converted factory buildings. It puts on everything from adaptations of Shakespearean classics to events during the Mayfest contemporary theater festival.

If you like the outdoors then head to Southville's Greville Smyth Park, which has well-kept lawns, a children’s playground, soccer fields and exercise stations. Watch skateboarders and BMX riders perform tricks at Dame Emily Park. In Bedminster, Windmill Hill City Farm has a working farm and organic herb, fruit and vegetable gardens. Get involved with family-friendly activities such as art classes, cooking workshops and children’s yoga.

Sports fans should make sure to check the schedule at the 27,000-capacity Ashton Gate Stadium. This is the home of Bristol City Football Club and Bristol Rugby.

Visit Bristol in July for the free Upfest Festival, when over 400 street artists perform live at 50 locations in Southville and Bedminster. Live music performances and food markets accompany the shows. Find out more and peruse exhibitions at the Upfest Gallery.

Southville is a 10-minute drive or a 30-minute walk from Bristol City Centre. Public buses stop on North Street and the most convenient train station is Bedminster. There’s footbridge access across the river to Spike Island. From here it is easy to reach major attractions in Bristol Harbourside by foot, including the SS Great Britain and M Shed museum.


Popular places to visit

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Top hotels in Southville

Apex City of Bath Hotel

Apex City of Bath Hotel

4 out of 5
1 James Street West, Bath, England
The price is Rp2.121.409 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp2.121.409
Rp2.545.690 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,401 reviews)
"Lovely modern hotel, great central location. Helpful friendly staff too!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Apex City of Bath Hotel
Macdonald Bath Spa

Macdonald Bath Spa

5 out of 5
Sydney Road, Bath, England
The price is Rp3.142.827 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.142.827
Rp3.771.392 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Check-in/out staff not attentive and not 5* service. Hotel looking a bit tired in places."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Macdonald Bath Spa
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is Rp1.973.403 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp1.973.403
Rp2.368.084 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,291 reviews)
"This is a gem of a place! Thoroughly enjoyed the stay and the experience. Great staff who are welcoming! Definitely coming back again!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Hampton by Hilton Bath City

Hampton by Hilton Bath City

4 out of 5
Avon Street, Bath, England
The price is Rp1.848.238 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.848.238
Rp2.217.885 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bath. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,880 reviews)
"Excellent location, close to bars and restaurants but very quiet. Staff were friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hampton by Hilton Bath City
The Z Hotel Bath

The Z Hotel Bath

3 out of 5
7 Saw Close, Bath, England
The price is Rp1.004.901 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.004.901
Rp1.315.514 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Thermae Bath Spa and Theatre Royal Bath ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (221 reviews)
Pleasant
"It was a very pleasant stay. Very convenient to city center. Lots of restaurants in the area. Staff is friendly, helpful and courteous. The only difficult part was I came in by car service. We spent a half-hour trying to drive up to the hotel. He finally dropped me at the corner and I walked-which ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

The Z Hotel Bath
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre

4 out of 5
2 Lower Castle Street, Old Market, Bristol, England
The price is Rp1.370.602 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.370.602
Rp1.644.723 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (361 reviews)
"Not much to comment on. Nice property, will stay there again."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Southville

Wills Memorial Building showing night scenes and a city

Canon's Marsh

While visiting Canon's Marsh, you might make a stop by sights like We The Curious and Millennium Square.

Canon's Marsh
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Bedminster

Visitors to Bedminster enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Skirmish Paintball Bristol is worth a stop.

Bedminster
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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.

Harbourside
St. Mary Redcliffe Church showing a bay or harbour

Bristol Floating Harbour

4/5(657 area reviews)

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.

Bristol Floating Harbour
St. Mary Redcliffe Church featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Redcliffe

Redcliffe is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to St. Mary Redcliffe Church and Banksy Graffiti Thekla while you're in town.

Redcliffe
Castle Park featuring a park, wild flowers and heritage architecture

Bristol Old City

Bristol Old City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to St Nicholas Market and St. Peters Church while you're in town.

Bristol Old City

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