| set on a boat in wapping wharf in the vibrant harbourside area, this tranquil hostel is a 5-minute walk from the ss great britain, a 4-minute walk from art and history exhibits at m shed museum, and 1 mile from the a370 road. the upper deck features a cosy guest lounge, and a dining area with harbour views. the down-to-earth mixed or female-only dorms sleep up to 7 people, and have shared bathrooms and complimentary wi-fi. theres also a relaxed communal kitchen. parking is offered for a surcharge. private rooms are also available. bed linens are included, and towels are available (fee). check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am
Bristol Airport 24 min
Brunel's SS Great Britain (5 min)
Museum on Brunel's restored 1843 passenger liner with tours below deck and views of the propellor. Floating Harbour (3 min) Cabot Tower (14 min)
32-metre viewing tower, built in 1897, for 400th anniversary of John Cabot's voyage to Newfoundland. Bristol Cathedral (11 min)
Free entry to Anglican cathedral with 12th-century heritage, including its vaulted chapter house. Bristol Zoo Gardens (14 min)
Conservation zoo and 12-acre gardens with a Gorilla Island, seals, penguins, reptiles and lions. M Shed (7 min)
Colourful exhibits detailing history of the city and its people in a 1950s' dockside transit shed. Thermae Bath Spa (37 min)
Modern glass and stone spa with thermal waters, Roman origins and an open rooftop swimming pool. Clifton Observatory (13 min)
Historic windmill, circa 1766, with an observation tower offering picturesque views. Royal Crescent (36 min)
Massive green grassy lawns next to the Royal Crescent with serene views of historic architecture. Clifton Suspension Bridge (12 min)
Isambard Kingdom Brunel's masterpiece of industrial design spans a deep, urban river gorge. The Roman Baths (38 min)
Roman bathhouse and temple, with spring water, Pump Room restaurant, museum and audio tour for kids. Bath Abbey (39 min)
Late Medieval church with a Victorian Gothic interior by Sir George Gilbert Scott and tower tours. Bristol Museum & Art Gallery (12 min)
Archaeology, geology and art including fossils, a Romany caravan and artwork by local boy Banksy. Bristol Aquarium (10 min)
Sharks, rays, a giant octopus, Amazonian and tropical fish in huge tanks with underwater tunnels. Blaise Castle Estate (28 min)
18th-century decorative castle on a picturesque estate with a 19th-century house & art museum. | 
