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
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Bristol with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Top hotels in Bristol Floating Harbour
Majestic Hotels Bristol
Great location
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
We travelled for a family long weekend. The staff were helpful, the hotel well located and it made a great base to explore the city
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Bristol Hotel
What a fantastic location. Hotel is in a prime location. Warm welcome. Rooms had everything we needed. Breakfast choice was lovely we both enjoyed it. It’s fantastic the hotel link to the multistory carpark.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Room was great, decent size for a family. Breakfast was good too
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Decor old and run down in places, dated and in need of refurbishment. Booked a double room and got the smallest room I can remember by UK standards. Double bed was pushed up against the wall so you could only get in from one side (it was really a single size room with a double bed squashed in!). ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Bristol City
Clean and very comfortable room with comfortable beds. The hotel was well located 15 minute walk to the city centre. Breakfast was really good, lots of variety hot and cold choices. Well worth £14 to add on. Staff were friendly, although I overheard a female staff member from reception talk to a ...
Reviewed on 4 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 Baldwin Street 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.
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