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.
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.
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.
Activities
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Blackbeard to Banksy - The Ultimate Walking Tour of Bristol
Our pick of the best Bristol Floating Harbour Hotel Deals
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
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Lovely, clean, perfect.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Bristol Hotel
Clean room. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Great hotel and staff. Only downside is no parking - tho' NCP car park is nearby and offers a discount to hotel customers.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Hotel is in an excellent location.It is surrounded by restaurants and cafes and it is within an easy 5 min walk of the hippodrome theatre. A decent size secure carpark is across a small, quiet road from the hotel. The room was large and clean. The breakfast was good- plenty of choice and easy to ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Bristol City
Great experience, it would be one of my top choices moving forward. Very polite staff members and easy to get in touch with via phone or reception. I had to extend my stay by few hours and they helped me through it.
Reviewed on 10 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.
