From Harbourside hotels and waterfront views to dramatic Avon Gorge-edge vistas, ancient spires and Somerset countryside, these Bristol hotels have rooms with beautiful, awe-inspiring and interesting sights to be seen: On the waterfront: Leonardo Royal Hotel Bristol On a busy stretch of the city’s…
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Many of Bristol’s hotels and apartments have views of the river and beyond, but if you’re after something a little closer to the water’s edge, here’s our selection of Bristol Harbourside hotels with impressive waterfront views. Leonardo Royal Hotel Bristol Located on the quay next to Pero’s Bridge…
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Bristol is a city made for summer. From soaring hot air balloons to bustling Harbourside festivals, incredible live music, family fun and outdoor adventure; there’s something very special about #SummerInBristol... Read on to find out why Bristol is always a good idea: find out what’s coming up and…
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Looking for the ultimate family day out this summer? Bristol Dockyards – home of the legendary SS Great Britain – has something brilliant in store from 18 July to 2 September 2026. Ships and Giggles is a summer packed with interactive games and challenges inspired by the real stories of the SS…
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Dine with a difference on board one of the converted boats that are moored on Bristol’s Floating Harbour. Three Brothers Burgers This popular burger joint on Welsh Back has plentiful outdoor seats on the quayside, as well as large tables inside the restaurant. The menu is a simple selection of…
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Known as the birthplace of ground-breaking music from legendary acts such as Massive Attack, Portishead, Roni Size and more recently, IDLES and George Ezra, Bristol is world-famous for its vibrant and varied music scene (listen to this Bristol playlist to hear some of the tunes to come from here)…
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Ready for dancing to live music, tucking into delicious street food and sipping pints of cider in the sunshine? Bristol’s festival calendar is jam-packed in 2026. There’s a festival for everything in Bristol, from ballooning to music headliners, cider to cinema. Avoid any inkling of Glastonbury FOMO…
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On Saturday, 16 May 2026, Where We Belong Festival will make its debut at Canon’s Marsh Amphitheatre, bringing a full day of house and disco to the heart of Bristol. Set against the city’s iconic harbourside, this brand-new boutique festival promises feel-good music, shared dancefloor moments and a…
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Planning to spend a few days in the city? Here's a list of must-sees in Bristol to get you started... Day one: The Harbourside Grab a coffee by the Harbourside and visit M Shed, a museum telling the story of Bristol’s past and present, before climbing aboard The Matthew on the quayside nearby. The…
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It's been over 300 years since the death of the notorious pirate Blackbeard. Previously known as Edward Teach, the infamous Bristol-born buccaneer terrorised the West Indies and eastern coast of the USA before meeting his demise in America in 1718, when he was captured and killed by the Governor of…
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