Harbourside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Harbourside
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.
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.
Wills Memorial Building
Tour majestic halls and climb a tower to enjoy sweeping views over Bristol’s city center at this emblematic university building.
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.
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: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Harbourside Hotel Deals
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
After staying at a very small and old hotel in London, staying here was like a five star resort and we loved it. Definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
ibis Bristol Centre
Some of the cleaning staff needs to pay attention to their personal hygiene. There no reason for a guest to be blasted with the overpowering body odour of some staff in the lifts or hallways. It is markedly so in the elevator the housekeeping staff uses that opens to the back area. It needs to be ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Great reception and very clean decent sized bedrooms. Soa was closed sadly - we would probably have gone elsewhere if we had known :(
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
I do wish the breakfast menu was a little more diverse but still excellent
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hampton by Hilton Bath City
Overall pleasant environment.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Z Hotel Bath
The affordability of the hotel made the trip possible. Room is small but not squished and makes excellent use of space. Everything is very good quality. Lots of lovely touches like wine and cheese at reception. Very central so a great base to explore.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 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.
