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 colourful Southville. Set along the River Avon, Southville was once the home of the labour 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 flavours 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 theatre 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.


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Things to do


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 Rp2.285.005 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
Rp2.285.005
Rp2.742.006 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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! (2,442 reviews)
Bath
"Loved the pool and our room had a fantastic view over the crescents and countryside beyond. Staff were efficient."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Apex City of Bath Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is Rp1.972.666 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp1.972.666
Rp2.367.199 total
21 Aug - 22 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! (1,301 reviews)
"In my room noted cobwebs by the windows with dust. Air conditioning didnt cool despite reducing temperature settings."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
The Z Hotel Bath

The Z Hotel Bath

3 out of 5
7 Saw Close, Bath, England
The price is Rp1.002.775 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.002.775
Rp1.312.730 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 Ustinov Theatre ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (254 reviews)
Good location , nice area.
"It was a nice hotel, location was perfect the only thing i can mention is that i wish there was a carpark for hotel or in nearest to it than the Charlotte street one. Which is for those who travel without car is a good option. The other thing i would love to have is that i wished i could have opened ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 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 Rp1.367.702 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.367.702
Rp1.641.242 total
25 Aug - 26 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! (375 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Next to the shopping centre. Lots of bus stops nearby. The bus stop opposite piccalino goes to the train station and takes 10 minutes. Lots of restaurants nearby. Room was comfortable and large. Good value for money. Area a bit dodgy at night. Reception staff really helpful and would ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
The Gainsborough Bath Spa

The Gainsborough Bath Spa

5 out of 5
Beau Street, Bath, England
The price is Rp3.797.147 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp3.797.147
Rp4.556.576 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel would definitely stay again *****"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

The Gainsborough Bath Spa
Hampton by Hilton Bath City

Hampton by Hilton Bath City

4 out of 5
Avon Street, Bath, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.844.328 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.844.328
Rp2.213.194 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,904 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hampton by Hilton Bath City
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Other neighbourhoods around Southville

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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 We The Curious and Millennium Square 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
Cabot Circus Shopping Centre featuring shopping and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Bristol City Centre

4/5(90 area reviews)

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.

Bristol City Centre

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