Name: Bristol Packet Boat Trips
Rating: 5.0

Bristol Packet Boat Trips

The Bristol Packet, Wapping Wharf on Gas Ferry Road, Bristol, Somerset and Bristol, BS1 6UN, England

1-90 Years

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Bristol Packet Boat Trips is a family-run boat tour company with a long history, operating since 1974. It offers relaxing and informative cruises through Bristol’s Floating Harbour and along the River Avon. The experience combines sightseeing, local history, and leisure on fully equipped passenger boats.

Visitors can enjoy the 45-minute City Dock Tour, scenic Avon Gorge Cruise, and themed experiences like the Cream Tea Cruise. Longer trips include the Lunch Trip to Beeses, Evening Cruise to Beeses, and Pub Lunch Cruise to Hanham Mills. Special events such as the Beeses Reggae Fest Shuttle and Brunel's Great Bristol Packet Experience are also available.

The 45min City Dock Tour costs £11.55 for adults, £10.45 for seniors and concessions, £6.75 for children, and £31.90 for a family ticket. Other trips range from £22.85 to £29.35 for adults, with reduced prices for seniors, concessions, children, and free travel for infants on most cruises. Private party boat hire is available.

Overall, Bristol Packet Boat Trips offers a relaxed and enjoyable way to explore Bristol from the water. With licensed bars, onboard facilities, and varied cruise options, it suits families, couples, and groups alike. It’s an ideal choice for sightseeing, celebrations, or simply enjoying Bristol’s maritime heritage.

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Paid
Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

City Dock Tour: Discover the fascinating history and contemporary culture of Bristol’s Floating Harbour on on this classic 45min tour. With great views of SS Great Britain, Cabot Tower, Hotwells and Underfall Yard to name a few, you will learn about the origins of the City and how the Harbour has changed over the years.
Avon Gorge Cruise: Relax and unwind on the river as you enjoy spectacular views of Clifton Suspension Bridge and the Avon Gorge.
Cream Tea Cruise: Cream Tea included with every ticket purchase (freshly baked scone with clotted cream and jam, a slice of cake and a cup of tea or coffee). Take in the sights and hear about Bristol’s rich maritime history as you cruise through the Floating Harbour on the original course of the Avon while enjoying our famous cream tea with all the trimmings.
Lunch Trip To Beeses: Leave the city behind and enjoy a leisurely cruise up the river with a 90-minute stop for lunch at this popular destination on the banks of the picturesque Avon. This trip travels through the historic Floating Harbour before cruising along rural stretches of the river where you can often spot herons, moorhens and the occasional kingfisher among the reeds and weeping willows.
Evening Cruise to Beeses: Leave the city behind and cruise upstream for a late afternoon beverage of your choice at this popular destination on the picturesque banks of the Avon. This trip travels through the historic Floating Harbour before cruising along rural stretches of the river where you can often spot herons, moorhens and the occasional kingfisher among the reeds and weeping willows.
Pub Lunch Cruise to Hanham Mills: The perfect day out on the river. Cruise upstream along beautiful rural stretches of the Avon and enjoy the full ‘riverboat experience’ as you navigate through Hanham Lock before stopping for lunch. This trip takes place on either Bagheera or The Flower of Bristol, and travels through the historic Floating Harbour before cruising along rural stretches of the river where you can often spot herons, moorhens and the occasional kingfisher among the reeds and weeping willows.
Beeses Reggae Fest Shuttle: The annual Beeses Reggae Fest is back! On 5th September the team at Beeses will be serving up a delicious and traditional Caribbean-inspired menu throughout the day. There will also be a jam-packed lineup of LIVE MUSIC for you all to enjoy., along with a jam-packed lineup of live music for you to enjoy. Sip on a Redstrip or Rum & Ginger (included with your ticket) and enjoy the views as you cruise up the Avon. Arrive in style at this popular event at one of the most beautiful spots on the riverside.
Brunel's Great Bristol Packet Experience: This Summer join Mr Brunel aboard Bristol Packet’s Bagheera for a maritime experience like no other! Cruise around Bristol’s historic harbour, with Mr Brunel as your guide and discover how his projects changed not just the city but the whole world. Passengers will disembark at Brunel’s SS Great Britain to spend the rest of the day exploring the iconic ship and adjoining museums.

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Parking: Parking available.
Food & Drinks: Catering options available.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

45min City Dock Tour

Adult: £11.55
Senior (60+): £10.45
Concession (Student/Nhs/Blue Badge): £10.45
Child (5-16yrs): £6.75
Infant (0-4yrs): £0.00
Family (2a & 2ch): £31.90

Cream Tea Cruise

Adult: £29.00
Senior (60+): £27.10
Concession (Student/Nhs/Blue Badge): £27.10
Child (5-16yrs): £19.75
Infant (0-4yrs Cream Tea Charge): £9.90

Lunch Trip To Beeses

Adult: £26.50
Senior (60+): £23.10
Concession (Student/Nhs/Blue Badge): £23.10
Child (5-16yrs): £17.20
Infant (0-4yrs): £0.00

Evening Cruise to Beeses

Adult: £22.85
Senior (60+): £20.30
Concession (Student/Nhs/Blue Badge): £20.30
Child (5-16yrs): £13.80
Infant (0-4yrs): £0.00

Pub Lunch Cruise to Hanham Mills

Adult: £29.35
Senior (60+): £27.10
Concession (Student/Nhs/Blue Badge): £27.10
Child (5-16yrs): £19.75
Infant (0-4yrs): £0.00

Beeses Reggae Fest Shuttle

Adult: £22.00
Senior (60+): £20.00
Concession (Student/Nhs/Blue Badge): £20.00
Child (5-16yrs): £11.00
Infant (0-4yrs): £0.00

Pricing URL: https://bristolpacket.co.uk/book-tickets/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Private Party

Charter any of our boats for a private event or celebration on Bristol’s Floating Harbour and rural stretches of the Avon. Whatever the weather or the occasion our beautiful and distinctive boats will make your private event an experience to remember.
Each trip can be tailored to your individual needs and every boat features a fully licensed bar, WC and music facilities as standard. Whether you’re looking for a classic ‘Booze Cruise’ for your birthday, a drinks reception for your conference, or a Cream Tea Cruise for your community group we have everything you need.

Visit the website to view selection example of sample tours that can form the basis of an event or party.

Contact the venue for timing information.

Address: The Bristol Packet, Wapping Wharf on Gas Ferry Road, Bristol, Somerset and Bristol, BS1 6UN, England

Post Code: BS1 6UN

Council: Bristol

County: Bristol

By Car: Most areas in the centre of the city are now included in the Bristol Clean Air Zone. You must pay to drive within the zone if your vehicle does not meet the zone’s emission standards, unless you have an exemption. All public trips depart from the Bristol Packet Ticket Office on the quayside at Wapping Wharf, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol BS1 6UN. The closest car park is SS Great Britain Parking. This short stay car park is Pay & Display and does not accept card payments. Payment can be made with cash (COINS ONLY) or via the RingGo app. Maximum stay 5 hours.
By Coach: There is good access for coaches to drop off passengers and park close to the Bristol Packet Ticket Office at SS Great Britain Parking. This short stay car park is Pay & Display and does not accept card payments. Payment can be made with cash (COINS ONLY) or via the RingGo app. Maximum stay 5 hours. There is limited parking available for coaches around the Harbour, but for boat trips from the Watershed Pontoon or City Centre Landing stages, coaches can access Canons Way and Explore Lane (next to Millennium Square Car Park) to drop off and collect their passengers.
By Bus: All public trips depart from Bristol Packet Ticket Office on the quayside at Wapping Wharf, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol BS1 6UN. The closest bus stop is the ‘SS Great Britain’ stop (6 minutes walk) which is included on the M2 Metro Bus route. This service runs Monday to Saturday (NOT SUNDAYS) from 07:00 until 20:49. There are several bus routes that stop on Broad Quay in the City Centre. This is 15 minutes walk away from Bristol Packet Ticket Office, and is close to the most common departure points for private bookings at the Watershed Pontoon and Welsh Back Landing.
By Train: The City’s main railway station, Bristol Temple Meads is conveniently located close to the Harbour.

There are several car parks close to the Harbour including: