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.
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.
Activities
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Bristol Floating Harbour Hotel Deals
Majestic Hotels Bristol
Parking was a pain
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Perfect location. Staff friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Bristol Hotel
A nice friendly welcome. Lovely comfy bed, and nice shower. It was quite a warm day so used the air con which wasn't that great and a bit noisy but that was the only negative. Had a drink in the bar which was nice and chilled.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Location, cleanliness, service
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Stayed for an awards evening as we were sponsoring the event. Credit where it’s due—the event itself was well run and organised. Unfortunately, the hotel completely let it down. The room was genuinely one of the worst I’ve stayed in. The bathroom was in a poor state: mould present, rusty taps and ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Centre
The staff were really friendly and the room and location were perfect for our needs
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
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.
