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.
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.
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
This historic theater offers a wide variety of entertainment, from West End productions and Broadway shows, to traditional pantomimes and opera.
Ashton Gate Stadium
Catch an event at Ashton Gate Stadium during your trip to Bristol. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Thornbury Castle
Walk the grounds once traversed by royalty, dine in a dungeon and spend the night in a room fit for a king.
Clifton Suspension Bridge
Both striking and practical, this bridge has long been the symbol of the city of Bristol.
Things to do
Bristol: Wake The Tiger Amazement Park Entry Ticket
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Top hotels in Portishead
go2 portishead marina hotel
Staff very friendly & helpful
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Apex City of Bath Hotel
We booked a twin for two friends travelling, to be honest a travel lodge or premier inn would offer a better cheaper option.The room looked out onto a roof and block of other rooms maybe 10 m away.The window wasn’t one that opened so you had to rely on the air con which I don’t like.The bathroom ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
The Angel Hotel
Nice clean room, very helpful staff, nice bar area.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
The hotel is lovely, the room was also very clean and well appointed and the breakfast was great. The reason for 4 starts and not 5.....our room for 3 had only an internal window in to the hotel lobby/reception - this is a big and airy space but - no outside view and no opening window - the room ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton Bath City
Great stay
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Lovely hotel. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 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 Bristol Aquarium or We The Curious while you're exploring the area.
