Bristol Floating Harbour Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Wills Memorial Building
Tour majestic halls and climb a tower to enjoy sweeping views over Bristol’s city center at this emblematic university building.
Activities
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Bristol: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Bristol: The House Magicians Comedy and Magic Show
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
(9pm) The House Magicians Comedy & Magic Show - Smoke & Mirrors
Our pick of the best Bristol Floating Harbour Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Friendly staff. Beautiful room. Clean and a fab breakfast.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Great!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Bristol Hotel
The shower leaked in the bathroom onto the floor. There was no fridge in the room
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Really loved the room, very stylish and well presented, clean and well arranged.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Bristol
Two lovely receptionists, lovely room , clean tidy ,fast lift , good maintenance on corridors.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Bristol City
We didn’t get to have breakfast as we left very early but I’m pretty sure it would have been just as great as the staff had facilities
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
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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 Broadmead Shopping Centre 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.
