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.
Bristol Cathedral
This 900-year-old religious monument is revered for its exquisite vaulted ceilings, stained-glass windows and Romanesque-style Chapter House.
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.
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.
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
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Bristol Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Guided Walking Tour of Bristol Old City and Harbour
Top hotels in Bristol Floating Harbour
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
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Very cute building. Room was clean!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Bristol Hotel
Rooms where spotless and lovely hotel
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Great hotel, walking distance to all local sights. Second time we've stayed here when visiting Bristol. Ate in the restaurant and the food was amazing, all staff very friendly
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Bristol City
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Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Centre
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Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
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.
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 Saint Stephen's 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.
Temple Quay
Temple Quay is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bristol area, you might plan a trip to Old Market or Banksy Graffiti Thekla.
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