Bristol Floating Harbour Travel Guide
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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.
We The Curious
Meet a science expert, carry out a DNA extraction and make a TV show; the hands-on activities at this science center will keep children entertained for hours.
St Nicholas Market
Bristol’s oldest market is still very much alive with merchants and shoppers. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday are the best days to visit.
Things to do
Bristol: Brunel's SS Great Britain Experience Entry Ticket
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Top hotels in Bristol Floating Harbour
Majestic Hotels Bristol
"The room is clean. Location is very good"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
"The location is ideal – right in the city centre. Excellent breakfast. The hotel has its own large paid parking for £17 per day. The rooms are a bit dated. Outside, it was extremely hot during our trip. The room's built-in air conditioning, despite being set to the lowest possible setting (+18°C), ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Bristol Hotel
"Great hotel, amazing location. Not every room has air conditioning so check that you have it. Although the air conditioning unit was loud, but glad I had it"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
"All very efficient throughout my stay. The room was clean and spacious. Breakfast was well organised, with a wide variety of choices."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
"Great place in the centre with a decent car park albeit a tight car park. Great local facilities & the rooms are in great condition"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Leonardo Hotel Bristol City
"Hotel was well located, clean, room was spacious, and bathroom too. Made use of luggage store and was able to check in early. Bar and lounge area were comfortable. Breakfast simple but good range of options and proper juice rather than out of a machine. Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Bristol Floating Harbour
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.
Canon's Marsh
While visiting Canon's Marsh, you might make a stop by sights like Wills Memorial Building and We The Curious.
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 Baldwin Street while you're in town.
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.
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.
