Harbourside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Wills Memorial Building
Tour majestic halls and climb a tower to enjoy sweeping views over Bristol’s city center at this emblematic university building.
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.
Watershed
Movie screenings, festivals, art exhibitions and live music present a busy schedule of events at this digital media center.
Queen Victoria's Statue
Standing in the shadow of landmark buildings at the edge of College Green is a statue dedicated to one of Britain’s longest-serving monarchs.
Activities
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Bristol: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Our pick of the best Harbourside Hotel Deals
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Lovely, clean, perfect.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
ibis Bristol Centre
A clean well kept Room, excellent surroundings with restaurants and bars close by
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Compared to other stays in the area we found the Apex to be quite good value for money. Parking was a distance away and a bit expensive and unfortunately the electric vehicle charging was very expensive so that was really the only disappointment of the stay but not really the Apex Hotels fault.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Majestic Hotels Bristol
Everything was excellent. The room was spacious, had everything we needed and had an amazing view. We were right in the centre of everything for the Bristol Great Run. We would definitely recommend this property.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Z Hotel Bath
I will start off and say that the staff are super lovely at this hotel, really friendly and approachable. I have visited in the past and always remembered that the staff were helpful. However, unfortunately me and my partner did not have a great stay this time round. Our room was super small, although ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
Staff were fab and friendly Hotel was lovely Room was lovely, however... The beds are so hard, its like sleeping in a slab of concrete and the air con was a massive noise box on the floor. Breakfast was delicious and the free flowing nutella was lovely.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Harbourside
Canon's Marsh
While visiting Canon's Marsh, you might make a stop by sights like Wills Memorial Building and We The Curious.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 Baldwin Street while you're exploring the area.
