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.
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.
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.
M Shed
From its famed art and music to groundbreaking industries and technology, over 2,000 years of city history comes to life at this museum.
Activities
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Bristol: Wake The Tiger Amazement Park Entry Ticket
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
(Thur 7pm) Comedy Magic Show includes 1x Pizza & 2 glasses of Prosecco
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Bristol Floating Harbour Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Really lovely hotel. Breakfast not particularly good quality food, but otherwise a great stay.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Great service, no early check-in tariff, top floor request noted and delivered. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Lovely hotel in a great location. Staff very friendly and efficient. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Leonardo Hotel Bristol City
Room was very comfortable
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Bristol Hotel
Clean room and sensible features
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Centre
Staff were all helpful the hotel was very clean our room was spotless and breakfast was superb. Very close to the train station and a short walk to the city centre. Great hotel
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
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.
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.
Temple Quay
Temple Quay is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bristol area, you might plan a trip to Old Market or Old Vic Theatre.
