Harbourside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
Wills Memorial Building
Tour majestic halls and climb a tower to enjoy sweeping views over Bristol’s city center at this emblematic university building.
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.
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.
Watershed
Movie screenings, festivals, art exhibitions and live music present a busy schedule of events at this digital media center.
Activities
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Inspiring Bristol – Private Walking Tour for Couples
Experience Bristol – Private Family Walking Tour
Bristol Quest: Self Guided City Walk & Immersive Treasure Hunt
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Other neighbourhoods around Harbourside
Bristol Floating Harbour
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Bristol Floating Harbour. Make a stop by Bristol Aquarium or We The Curious 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 St. Mary Redcliffe Church and Banksy Graffiti Thekla 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.
Bedminster
Visitors to Bedminster enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Skirmish Paintball Bristol is worth a stop.
- Bristol Cathedral
- Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
- Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
- Thermae Bath Spa
- University of Bristol
- Roman Baths
- Ashton Gate Stadium
- Clifton Suspension Bridge
- SS Great Britain
- Royal Crescent
- Aztec West Business Park
- Bath Abbey
- Chepstow Racecourse
- Jane Austen Centre
- Wookey Hole Caves
- Tintern Abbey
- Thornbury Castle
- Wells Cathedral
- Theatre Royal Bath
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Bath Spa University