Southville

Bristol

Southville
Southville
Southville
Southville
Southville

Browse independent shops, attend a soccer match and be part of a street art festival at this vibrant riverside neighborhood.

Wander to the south of Bristol Floating Harbour to colorful Southville. Set along the River Avon, Southville was once the home of the labor force of Bristol’s coal mining, tanning and tobacco industries. The area was damaged in World War II, gentrified in the 1980s and soon after began attracting artists and independent traders.

North Street is the beating heart of the district and marks the border between Southville and Bedminster. The street is home to boutiques, farmers markets, galleries, gastropubs, microbreweries and restaurants that serve cuisine inspired by the flavors of Africa and Asia. Along the street you’ll find the Tobacco Factory Theatres, an intimate performing arts venue located inside a collection of converted factory buildings. It puts on everything from adaptations of Shakespearean classics to events during the Mayfest contemporary theater festival.

If you like the outdoors then head to Southville's Greville Smyth Park, which has well-kept lawns, a children’s playground, soccer fields and exercise stations. Watch skateboarders and BMX riders perform tricks at Dame Emily Park. In Bedminster, Windmill Hill City Farm has a working farm and organic herb, fruit and vegetable gardens. Get involved with family-friendly activities such as art classes, cooking workshops and children’s yoga.

Sports fans should make sure to check the schedule at the 27,000-capacity Ashton Gate Stadium. This is the home of Bristol City Football Club and Bristol Rugby.

Visit Bristol in July for the free Upfest Festival, when over 400 street artists perform live at 50 locations in Southville and Bedminster. Live music performances and food markets accompany the shows. Find out more and peruse exhibitions at the Upfest Gallery.

Southville is a 10-minute drive or a 30-minute walk from Bristol City Centre. Public buses stop on North Street and the most convenient train station is Bedminster. There’s footbridge access across the river to Spike Island. From here it is easy to reach major attractions in Bristol Harbourside by foot, including the SS Great Britain and M Shed museum.


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Southville Hotel Deals

Apex City of Bath Hotel
Apex City of Bath Hotel
4 out of 5
1 James Street West, Bath, England
The price is CA $166 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $166
CA $199 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bath. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,356 reviews)
Perfect for short stays or longer
"I've stayed here before which is why I chose to come back. The hotel is modern, well located and has excellent facilities. The pool is a good size and equipped with sauna and steam room, fresh clean towels in the changing rooms. There's a small but adequate gym. The rooms are comfortable with comfortable ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 4, 2025

Apex City of Bath Hotel
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
4 out of 5
2 Lower Castle Street, Old Market, Bristol, England
The price is CA $116 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $116
CA $139 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (330 reviews)
"Comfortable room, very clean. The only thing was that the food was not cleared away quickly enough from the outside seating area which attracted a gull who started eating the leftover food."

Reviewed on Jul. 3, 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
Doubletree by Hilton Bath
Doubletree by Hilton Bath
4 out of 5
Walcot Street, Bath, England
The price is CA $170 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $170
CA $204 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Bath. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast was lovely. Thanks"

Reviewed on Jul. 4, 2025

Doubletree by Hilton Bath
The Z Hotel Bath
The Z Hotel Bath
3 out of 5
7 Saw Close, Bath, England
The price is CA $91 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
CA $91
CA $119 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bath. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Thermae Bath Spa and Theatre Royal Bath ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
Richard and team are excellent!
"Richard and his staff were brilliant. The hotel is very central and the wine and cheese was a lovely touch. Thank you all"

Reviewed on Jul. 2, 2025

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Mollie's Motel & Diner
Mollie's Motel & Diner
3.5 out of 5
Cribbs Causeway, A4018, Bristol, England
The price is CA $119 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
CA $119
CA $143 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,097 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Jul. 3, 2025

Mollie's Motel & Diner
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
3.5 out of 5
Gordano Motorway Service Area M5 J19, Portbury, Bristol, England
The price is CA $80 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $80
CA $97 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
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Wills Memorial Building featuring night scenes and a city

Canon's Marsh

If you're spending some time in Canon's Marsh, Wills Memorial Building and We The Curious are top sights worth seeing.

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Bedminster

Visitors to Bedminster enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Skirmish Paintball Bristol is worth a stop.

Bedminster
Arnolfini Gallery

Harbourside

Harbourside is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Wills Memorial Building or We The Curious.

Harbourside
St. Mary Redcliffe Church showing a bay or harbor

Bristol Floating Harbour

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

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.

Bristol Floating Harbour
St. Mary Redcliffe Church featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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.

Redcliffe
Castle Park showing a park, heritage architecture and wildflowers

Bristol Old City

Bristol Old City is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to St Nicholas Market or Baldwin Street.

Bristol Old City

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