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.
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
This historic theater offers a wide variety of entertainment, from West End productions and Broadway shows, to traditional pantomimes and opera.
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.
Thornbury Castle
Walk the grounds once traversed by royalty, dine in a dungeon and spend the night in a room fit for a king.
Ashton Gate Stadium
Catch an event at Ashton Gate Stadium during your trip to Bristol. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Clifton Suspension Bridge
Both striking and practical, this bridge has long been the symbol of the city of Bristol.
Things to do
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Bristol: Wake The Tiger Amazement Park Entry Ticket
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Bristol Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Top hotels in Portishead
go2 portishead marina hotel
Very clean room, staff very nice.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Clean room, Great Staff
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Angel Hotel
The staff at this hotel were amazing so friendly and on arriving and leaving they carried my luggage down the stairs as it was very heavy The hotel is in a great location for shopping and easy walking to the national express bus only 10 minutes as I needed to get to Heathrow The hotel needs a renovation ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Lovely hotel, great location. Clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Great service, no early check-in tariff, top floor request noted and delivered. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hampton by Hilton Bath City
Lovely modern rooms with good bathroom. Breakfast great, staff really helpful and polite. Place was just let down by noise from other rooms and corridor and bathroom wasn't cleaned properly
Reviewed on 18 Nov 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 All Saints Clifton 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 We The Curious or Millennium Square while you're exploring the area.
