Bristol Floating Harbour Travel Guide
Bristol
Visit Bristol Floating Harbour
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.
Wills Memorial Building
Tour majestic halls and climb a tower to enjoy sweeping views over Bristol’s city center at this emblematic university building.
Millennium Square
Watch sports events on a big screen, spot statues of notable Bristolians and enjoy family-friendly fun via interactive exhibits and shows at a museum.
Things to do
Bristol: Air Raid Shelter & St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Bristol: Brunel's SS Great Britain Experience Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Bristol Floating Harbour
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
"The staff seemed overwhelmed as there were not enough to check in the volume of guests. The bathroom sink was blocked, slow to drain. There was no fridge. Great to find two bottles of water were supplied. Overall a great stay in an excellent location."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Majestic Hotels Bristol
"Fantastic location, helpful staff."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
"The hotel was clean, check in easy, location was good (walkable). The biggest downside for the rating, air conditioning not worker for the 2 nights (room very stuffy), a small plan was provided."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
The Bristol Hotel
"Small bedrooms stale odours , very dated facilities"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
"I can’t stress enough don’t stay here. Filthy is an understatement. the twist on the English food is its curry and nothing else. Parking is advertised but any vehicle over 5 ft doesn’t fit and staff couldn’t care less. No other parking available anywhere as all local car parks the same height restrictions.NO ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Leonardo Hotel Bristol City
"Great location right in the city centre with discount on parking that is less than 5 mins walk from the hotel. Reception staff were super friendly and the hotel was spotlessly clean. We arrived late and didn't have breakfast in the morning but the bar area looked bright and welcoming. Quiet at night ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Bristol Floating Harbour
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.
Clifton
Travellers come to Clifton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Observatory and Victoria Rooms while you're in town.
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.
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.
