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 neighbourhood.

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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Top hotels in Southville

Apex City of Bath Hotel

Apex City of Bath Hotel

4 out of 5
1 James Street West, Bath, England
The price is S$216 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
S$216
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (2,374 reviews)
"Great stay with friendly staff."

Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025

Apex City of Bath Hotel
Macdonald Bath Spa

Macdonald Bath Spa

5 out of 5
Sydney Road, Bath, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$256 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
S$256
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bath. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds and building. Spa was good but a bit dated; food was sub-par for the quality of the hotel."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

Macdonald Bath Spa
Doubletree by Hilton Bath

Doubletree by Hilton Bath

4 out of 5
Walcot Street, Bath, England
The price is S$182 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
S$182
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,002 reviews)
"everything fine"

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

Doubletree by Hilton Bath
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 S$129 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
S$129
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (342 reviews)
Thank you
"Great as usual. - a real pleasure in every way."

Reviewed on 15 Jul, 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is S$182 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
S$182
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,314 reviews)
"Lovely place .!perfect for what we wanted. Well worth having breakfast . Bit muffed at having to pay £12 a day to park not good if u there for a few days."

Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
The Z Hotel Bath

The Z Hotel Bath

3 out of 5
7 Saw Close, Bath, England
The price is S$110 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$110
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (184 reviews)
"This hotel is in such a convenient location with lots of dining and drinking options around! The rooms are quite small, but we didn't need to spend much time in the room anyway since we were too busy exploring! Staff was so sweet and welcoming, and we just adored this hotel and location!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul, 2025

The Z Hotel Bath
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Other neighbourhoods around Southville

Wills Memorial Building which includes a city and night scenes

Canon's Marsh

While visiting Canon's Marsh, you might make a stop by sights like Wills Memorial Building and We The Curious.

Canon's Marsh
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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
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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.

Harbourside
St. Mary Redcliffe Church showing a bay or harbour

Bristol Floating Harbour

4/5(657 area reviews)

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.

Bristol Floating Harbour
St. Mary Redcliffe Church showing 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 featuring wild flowers, a garden and heritage architecture

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.

Bristol Old City

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