Reviews of Bristol Packet Boat Trips. (Travel Agency) in Bristol (Somerset).

Bristol Packet Boat Trips

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Boat tour agency

Gas Ferry Rd, Bristol BS1 6UN, United Kingdom

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Reviews of Bristol Packet Boat Trips

L.

We took 4 children on the city Dock tour. Boat felt very safe with reasonably high sides for added security. Very informative and knowledgeable tour. Children really enjoyed and the 45 minutes went by very quickly. The boat had refreshments on sale and a functioning toilet which were extra bonuses! Highly recommend!

I. A. Y.

Such a gorgeous day out! Informative and friendly operators and a beautiful comfortable boat. The journey was a lovely way to see another side of Bristol. Beese’s is a cute and unusual spot with unexpectedly good food. We were especially interested to go through the lock.

m. g.

Fantastic experience, and our captain and crew were interesting, cordial and professional, and the 100 year old boat was spic and span. Loved the commentary as we sailed around Bristol harbour..very insightful!

p.

We had a great night out with these guys. We work close to the water and see the boats passing all day long. We were the last trip this day and I have to say, the cleanness of the boat was outstanding. George the First Mate was an absolute legend and is an asset to this company. Book with these guys and rest assure you will be in for a fantastic trip.

A. T.

Visited Bristol old docks on one of their boats. The young man giving the tour had a great sense of humour and good knowledge of Bristol history. Great day with the family.

T.

What an experience! One of the best birthdays party’s. The crew staff George, Archie and will we’re amazing!! All so helpful and knew how to make sure everyone was having a good time. Thanks for a great evening! Would recommend the packet boat tour to all my mates.

A. R.

Stunning views and good fun to spend an hours sightseeing. The boat had a bar and clean toilets. However having done similar boat trips in other venues the boat we were on was pretty old and no onboard entertainment.

L. B.

A nice, relaxing boat ride of the harbour. Got to take some great photos and get a closer look at some of Bristol's most famous attractions. The staff were friendly, although the guy doing the live commentary sounded a little uninterested. On top of that, the cruise itself was a little overpriced.

W. P.

Hired the Tower Belle for a big birthday celebration on Saturday 9July. Our trip was restricted due to the Princes Bridge being unable to swing due to mechanical issues but this made no difference at all. Everyone had such a great time and there was so much to see around the harbour. Thanks so much for such a wonderful trip.

S. H.

We went on the Avon gorge cruise and had a lovely time! Staff were great and the gentleman who did the commentary was so entertaining and funny! We really enjoyed ourselves and would definitely recommend it, thank you!!!

R. R.

We took the Hanham cruise yesterday as part of my parents' diamond wedding anniversary. The crew were great, helpful and very informative. We loved the variety as we sailed from city centre to industrial Canal to seemingly remote woods upstream. It was exceptionally hot but we could move around and enjoy the scenery amidst the swimmers, paddle boarders and other river users. We would thoroughly recommend Bristol Packet cruises and only wish they had a full day on offer up to Saltford or even Bath!

J. H.

This was great. The tour guide come barman was excellent and clearly missed his vocation as a Compère with his humourous quick wit. My only moan would be that he was serving drinks and not telling witty anecdotes to the sights for several minutes at a time...

j. n.

I take my small granddaughter on this boat trip. She always loves it. People that run it are all very nice and helpful and you get a commentary as you go around the harbour.

C. J.

We took the Avon Gorge trip on a sunny Sunday and thoroughly enjoyed the 4 hours on the river. They really do fill the boat so not much space for picnics or walking around but plenty of points of interest along the way and the tiny onboard bar served a good range of drinks.

s. a.

Beautiful trip down the river but disappointed that due to a large group being Late we all had to turn back to collect them meaning we had less time to eat lunch. If people are late the boat should not inconvenience everyone else on the boat who are on time!

A. C.

I have to say this is in my top three river boat trips ever! Interesting, informative, in every way brilliant. Spoiler alert! You get to go through the most amazing lock and see Peregrines and the Severn!

R. L.

We a lovely on boat docks to avonmouth the views from the water we're great this trip is3.1/2hours

M. B.

Lovely sedate boat trip from the old city docks down The Avon to the Severn. The boat Skipper provided excellent information and commentary as the tour progressed.

L. C.

A HUGE thank you to the Bristol Packet Team, who were all great fun and created such an incredible experience for all our wedding guests on a trip from Harbourside to Beeses. The team were very accommodating, ensuring our guests all got to Beeses by river, despite issues completely outside of their control! It was a truly perfect introduction to Bristol for some of our travelling guests, and a brilliant experience for the Bristolians.

P. J.

Great tour of the Bristol docks with a commentary on the history. Unfortunately a low bridge that is presently unable to open prevents the tour from going all the way to temple meads otherwise would get 5 stars.

D. B.

Exceptional scones with great cream tea and glass of prosecco. Our Bristol Anglo-Italian Circle loved your harbour and river trip we added Neapolitan songs.

t. e.

Great boat tour in Bristol Docs,seeing the SS Great Britain,and the Mathew and Balmoral ships in Doc,the packet boat tour was very educational of the Bristol City Docs,with refreshments on board,great for all the family .

C. J.

a pleasant couple of hours out on the river, just enjoying the scenery and afternoon tea with my family. little one was super excited to be on a boat too!

E.

Me and my daughter enjoyed the boat trip and learning a bit about the history of the Bristol docks, also well priced and a good experience for the kids.

M. A.

Great value super interesting trip.. thanks Will. A very insightful look at the city’s past

K. E.

A lovely 45 min trip around the harbour. The skipper gave a great talk, very informative.

a. j.

Great crews on the boats. Friendly and fun. Had a lovely trip around the harbour.....strange to be a tourist in my old work place.....but so much fun. Cost a little over a fiver for an all day ticket....great value.

L. C.

Informative staff, good boat set up & appropriately priced. Recommend when visiting Bristol.

J. “. S.

Did the pub lunch trip on Thursday 28th April. Excellent in every way! The skipper's commentary was informative, enteraining and interesting, and the choice of pubs at Hanham perfect. We went to The Chequers, and would recommend that too. Overall, a relaxing way to spend a few hours.

S.

Loved the Avon Gorge trip, amazing time, would definitely recommend to locals and visitors

D. T.

Great tours of beautiful city. Engaged and charming staff. Knowledgeable and entertaining. Great boat rides from near SS Great Britain.

N. R.

Great experience and they have a really well stocked bar that has some amazing local products.

A. B.

Really interesting boat ride, very knowledgeable about the local area. Really good tour

D. B.

Person giving commentary very knowledgeable and both very friendly. Ticket office superb as well

B. J. G.

Lovely cruise up the river with some very interesting facts about how the river was used when it was a trading port, return was a bit quiet as the guide had provided all the facts on the way out to Avonmouth.

G. H.

It's my home city but love pretending to be a tourist and see the sights and why not? Bristol is full of interest. The captain, is that the correct word for a canal boat driver I wonder, gives a detailed commentary as the boat takes you through the historic Bristol harbour. You will see the replica of the Mathew (unless it is elsewhere) and Brunels equally historic SS Great Britain. The trip takes you past the high spire of St Mary Redcliffe church and up to Bristol Bridge all the while with an excellent commentary.

R. C.

Boat was in good condition, staff friendly and didn't mind a chat when not busy. Bath Ales Gem available at the bar.

L. P. B.

Great Local commentaries.. lovely staff ... be careful boarding if you are frail ... no rush ... very pleasant 45 mins ...

J. A.

A massive thank you to the team at the Bristol Packet. We travelled with them for our wedding on the Tower Belle and we and our guests just had the most magical time. The team were so helpful both running up to the big day and on the day and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you again so much and we look forward to travelling with you again soon.

A. W.

Great 45 minute tour around the docks. Guide was very knowledgeable and funny.

C. j.

Had the cream Tea cruise, very helpful staff and very friendly - great views and a gentle cruise.

S. C.

Good informative guide. Thoroughly enjoyed this with my two grandsons.

M. P.

Boat trip to the mouth of the Avon and back. Weather was sunny and the river a mill pond. Very friendly and helpful staff who kept us informed with local history and landmarks. Enjoyed some refreshments. Perfect way to spend a Sunday morning.

H. H.

Nicely spent time. Good guide, interesting talk... absolutely one of the must do in Bristol.

S. M.

Did the city docks tour. Friendly and knowledgable staff made for a great boat trip (45 mins). Nice and relaxing - great to feel fresh air outdoors

M. E.

Thoroughly enjoyed the harbourside boat tour, was good value for money, the tour commentator had a good energy about him, which made listening to him very enjoyable. On top of that he was super knowledgeable, so me and my girl learnt a lot from the whole tour. We was lucky enough to go on a sunny day, which topped off the experience nicely

e. b.

Didn't take pictures I'm afraid but trip round harbour lovely, they even have a toilet and bar, you just boat on the day, at the ticket office in SS Great Britain car park or I did see him taking card payments on the boat. They have trips that go out into the river Severn too.

M. J.

Good 45 minutes tour around the harbour with some interesting insights. Good value for a family of 4 for £21. As it was raining they should have used their covered boats. Plus it would have been nice to catch a glimpse of the Clifton Bridge.

N. H.

Decent 45min boat trip around the harbour. Captain's commentary was informative with a bit of comedy thrown in with was in good humour. Enjoyed and would recommend as decent value to get different view of the harbour.

Y. A. S.

Very fun experience during a weekend in Bristol. Booked for six and had boat to ourselves. Commentary was offered but we opted for music for the booze cruise! Would highly recommend especially on sunny day. Thanks John and Rupert!!

C. N.

I must say the entire experience from booking to actually going on the trip was excellent. I went on a 2 hour boat cruise around the river Avon. The company were very accommodating from the start. Quick to respond to my queries and even offered a service they do not usually provide. A couple of us where also gluten free and they were happy to supply some alternative beer for us. The staff were really friendly and made the party feel at home. Would definitely do this again. Excellent value for money.

a. S.

Wonderful day and very helpful staff, ordered a cream tea which was lovely, which needs booking in advance

S. K.

Great fun for groups, good food, drink and a lovely trip on the river. Perfect for a sunny day. Would give 5 star's but had to take one down due to tour guide shouting rather than talking through the microfon so it was hard to enjoy the beauty of this trip and relax at all. Overall good experience and definitely something to do again.

A. H.

Was quite a nice tour, the staff were all really courteous and careful with the coronavirus situation. I wish the boat had gone a bit further, and I wish there was a bit more information/facts. Was quite a few spots where nothing was said, and quite a lot of the route is done twice. Still, well worth the money and a lovely relaxing 45 minute trip.

M. I.

Amazing place for short break and relax. Very friendly staff, tasty coffee and very good cake.

U. K.

Don't expect to see a lot in those 45 minutes. It is just around harbourside. Guide/captain was monotonous so can't say it was quite entertaining.

M. A.

This was a last minute addition to my bday weekend plans, we needed something very chilled and this was the perfect activity. We opted for the afternoon cream tea cruise, lasts 2 hours and it has commentary as we float down the harbour. We all needed something like this after a jam packed weekend. The service was brilliant and accommodating, really clean and covid safety measures in effect really well. Cream tea was nice and it's good that they top up your drinks. The actual cruise is lovely, you appreciate the history of Bristol and see parts you wouldn't normally see. Totally recommend.

P.

Just got back from the Bristol to bath trip....This really is excellent value for money...plenty of room on board so sitting anywhere is fine. Bar with hot drinks. Open top with plenty of standing areas... toilet was clean , with paper, soap and towel..... loads to see on route . The two lads running it were great, informative when needed and interacted with us ....The trip is long and right now the poor lads are doing the journey all the way back to Bristol. ..long trip .... highly recommended but it gets booked up fast...

c.

Rented the boat for a family gathering for some big birthdays! The service was amazing and the trip down the river was just what we needed! The kids were catered for and didn’t feel like a burden and even better that the sun lasted for us! Also took this trip for my 18th birthday and it was lovely to see that after so long the standard was still so high! Thank you again, I will definitely recommend your services to friends

J. B.

Great 3 hour boat trip through gorge today and past Clifton Bridge. Staff were very accommodating when we went to wrong pick up point at harbourside. They were willing to take us by boat to the correct pickup point as my elderly parents were not able to walk very far I was very thankful for. Good commentary on boat as well explaining points of interest down river.

A. S.

Excellent 45 minute docks tour with longer trips available.

K.

Totally enjoyed a great boat tour and a fantastic way to explore Bristol and it's surroundings. Great crew and very welcoming as well

d. l.

We rented the boat for a family gathering, the staff were amazing and nothing was too much trouble even assisting with disabled party members boarding. We would highly recommend this for a day out. The information passed on to the children in the party was brilliant.

D. d.

Excellent tour round the floating harbour 45mins didn’t want it to end friendly knowledgeable boat captain giving us interesting tidbits about the history and sights along the way Very clean even the toilet Serving drinks on the boat nice on a hot day would highly recommend it to anyone with or without kids and good price 👍 Next time the Cruise under Clifton Suspension Bridge.😎 Thanks

J. T.

We really enjoyed the 3pm trip yesterday. A great way to explore Bristol - great commentary too. Lots of information but done with a light touch. I watched the Youtube video of the two guys navigating the underground city waterways when I got home. Amazing! It’s given me a new perspective on Bristol. Thank you

M. B.

My wife and I got marrried over Easter and had a harbour tour on board Tower Belle half way through the day. The crew were really helpful and accommodating so made the whole thing extra special for us. Would highly recommend, especially on a nice day like we had!

C. S.

Great trip around the harbour we got off by the cottage and walked around to the pump house then caught the boat back to the centre

J. A.

Friendly staff a great way to Bristol from the water.

Y. J.

The seating arrangement makes it difficult to enjoy the view and to make it a more pleasant experience. Could also do with some outdoor seating to enjoy the weather on a sunny day.

b. l.

The Bristol Packet did a wonderful job for our wedding party. I couldn't speak highly enough of the trip, and every guest young and old said how much they enjoyed seeing Old Bristol. We dropped off our food and fizz in the morning and they set up for us. They were waiting at the pick up point before time, and the crew were so warm and friendly. I definately think they made our day a bit more special, and will think of them for the next celebration. Thank You so much. John and Beth

A. M.

What a lovely afternoon we had learning about Bristol and the harbour whilst enjoying a cream tea. What's not to like !!!! 😀

F. F.

Amazing boat hire company, extremely professional. Worked with them for a company event, lovely tour, lovely boat and eager to help. Highly recommended!

D. H.

One of the few tours still running in Bristol due to Covid 19. Great commentary and just the right length of time and quite cheap. Good value for money.

S. D.

Lovely trip and very educational for all ages

M. C.

Boat trip was really nice and cheap price for two adults! The guys doing the tour was a good laugh and had a positive attitude. Was really beautiful views as well. Just wished it lasted longer 😁

S. M.

Only running one boat in peak Summer period and with more people holidaying in the UK seems odd so number of cruises were full, and they weren't taking advance bookings so get over to the departure point to find trips full.

S. B.

Hired Bagheera for a private party. Had a wonderful trip up and down the river. The guys were super friendly and helpful.

C. H.

We booked a cruise for a friend's 30th yesterday it was fabulous, the staff were great we had Arthur & Ben they were lovely guys very friendly & flexible as we changed plans on the day. A brilliant day of fun was had thanks guys. I found the cost really good 15 people £15 each well worth the money!

J. P. H. H.

Took the ~ 3 hour trip from SS Gt Britain out through locks down the Avon to Avonmouth. A great afternoon blessed by sunshine with professional, helpful staff & crew with an informative commentary. We have lived in area for ~ 40 years but had never seen Bristol Docks and the River Avon from this perspective and we learned a lot about Bristol and its history. Interesting to see the swing bridges and locks in operation. Good parking at SS Gt Britain. Possibly too a long a trip for very young children (?) First class trip for the interested traveller.

O. F.

I booked called on the morning and booked the tickets for my friend and I on the phone, we were able to get on the 11:30 one, it was nice.

D. J.

Lovely relaxed harbour tour

A. M.

A really enjoyable little trip. Entertaining & informative. I would go again if I visit Bristol.

G. H.

It was a lovely relaxing 45 minute boat ride and well priced . Social distancing rules were adhered to and I felt very comfortable.

n. g.

Very interesting, pretty views. Crew was great, little uncomfortable to sit for nearly 4 hours.

L. C.

It's a good day out and quite informative but it can be very popular and the boat can get very busy and packed with people which can make it a bit difficult to find a seat or move once your on there but it's an enjoyable day out when the weather's good.

V. D.

Cream tea boat trip, such a very enjoyable and different way to experience Bristol. Friendly, informative and helpful crew. Well worth the money. Thank you 😊

A. C.

Great!

C. B.

A really good way to see the floating harbour.

N. A.

Very enjoyable 45 minute trip round Bristol harbour. Informative commentary, comfortable seating and lovely sunny day.

C. S.

This is a really good little boat trip. A good price for a 45 minute tour around the harbour. There's even a cover for rainy days.

G. H.

Enjoyable trip up the Avon to the Severn before turning back. Even the sun came out for us

E. A.

Glorious trip up the river. So many ducklings and coots and moorhens. Beautiful. Masterfully captained as always.

R. S.

Interesting boat trip. Could do with being longer though

A. B.

Went on the Avon Gorge trip, would highly recommend to anyone. 10/10 great crew and skipper.

B. G.

Great Birthday trip around the harbour.

T.

Went on the 45 min floating harbour boat 🚣‍♀️ was very good guy explained everything as we went around plenty of information just a shame it doesn’t go on for longer around all of the harbour would of gladly stayed on for 2 hours for a longer ride but all good !

s. c.

A great way to spend a bit of time on the water. Fun, informative trip. A must do.

J. B. D.

Highly recommend getting yourself on a Bristol Packet boat tour to see a view and history of Bristol you would otherwise certainly miss - friendly staff, beautiful boats, great value for money.

A. R.

Just the right length, very relaxed and sensible price. Really enjoyed it tbh.

c. w.

The lads were great guides...great value. Brilliant knowledge about Bristol even got to meet Nana

T. U.

It was okay very informative and nice little cruise along the river

G. P.

Lovely boat trip. Enjoyed cream tea experience.

F. T.

Wonderful trip! Entertaining and knowledgeable skipper. Well worth money with great views and interesting facts. Recommend!

P. C.

Boats were scheduled but didn't seem to be running except for private party's. A little disappointed really.

A. W.

Lovely river cruise commentary was very informative well worth doing the Avon gorge cruise under the suspension bridge

C. N.

Great day great staff beautiful scenery great weather lovely pub dinner throughly recommended will go again next summer

S. B.

Really good boat trip round the docks with informative guide and a bar on board.

B. P.

The website looked good but I didn't go on a boat trip

R. B.

Very pleasant boat trip, excellent service and commentary from this family run business

I. C.

We hired 2 boats for our wedding day. They were perfect and the staff were really helpful.

T. J.

Really great value for money, very interesting. Will come again

G. T.

Only went on small tour of harbour but was very pleasant and learned about the area through the knowledgeable skipper

F. G.

Good commentary and lovely staff worth the trip

m. g.

Good trip though would like more tour info.

J. E.

To go on this boat and see Bristol docks was part of a great day out so thank you for today

M. M.

Loved the trip.... And the driver, was brillent on the commentary.

S. A.

Informative..on time

K. C.

So lovely great to cruise around the harbour

F. T.

Great experience for a local family on a bank holiday

A. S.

Boat & Crew lovely, unfortunately there was a large group who talked loudly together that we couldn't hear the commentary.

A. E.

Lovely day trip out on the Avon. Friendly staff and good fun

S. B.

Great trip and lovely staff. Will definitely be back!

J. R.

Very enjoyable. Great value

M. J.

Lovely tour on the River boat. And interesting.

S. W.

Enjoyable trip round the harbour, with interesting commentary from the driver.

U.

Done Gorge trip and dservice to Bath, all friendly knowledgeable crew.

M. J.

Really good trip through Avon Gorge, out to beginning of the sea

J. P.

Lovely trip up the river. Great crew

J. S.

Friendly and informative, a first choice for a bristol harbour tour

E. H.

Belated birthday treat fantastic trip

J. S.

Great Sunday lunch best beef ever had

t. b. p.

Lovely cafe on the docks, lovely staff and beautiful views

J. S.

Great trip fan staff great value for money

I. Z.

We enjoyed it very much

L. D.

Great trip, great service.

b. s.

Most enjoyable couple of hours

R. L.

Well worth going on trips by this company.

T. B.

Lovely boats, lovely crew! Highly recommend!

C. T.

Really fantastic boat trip with a great commentary.

S. P.

Very interesting and informative trip

D. T.

Very entertaining and informative , made good by lots of sunshine .

N. T.

Great trip up the gorge great staff and guide

I. H.

Excellent value,45 minute tour.

D. N.

the staff are friendly and good company

A. P.

Nice tour and informative.

P. P.

Love it. The crew was amazing.

S. S.

I find them a bit dear and wish there where more faircompanys to drive the price down

R. B.

Excellent value for money and really good service.

R. G.

Great little trip

N. W.

Friendly, informative and fun.

J. T.

Amazing.

A. E.

An enjoyable ride around the floating harbour.

M. M.

Recommend very highly

R. D.

Great boat trip

L. L.

Great views and reasonably priced.

B. P.

The trip was nice

g. r.

Fantastic chilled day trip

R. H.

Splendid in every way

R. C.

Always a nice day out with the Packet

G. L.

Amazing time just chilling

C. K.

Excellent service and location

S. H.

Nice informative.

R. K.

Very good

M. S.

Fun and informative

S. C.

Nice short trip

J. A.

Very scenic route

G. M.

Short but sweet

B. A. Y.

Great experience

D. H.

The Harbourside from the water.

K. M.

Nice cruise

T. E.

drink

J. B.

Super nette Leute und ein Klasse Skipper der sein Job liebt. (Translated) Super nice people and a great skipper who loves his job.

M. S.

(Translated) The 45-minute cruise is nice but includes boarding at two locations. Does not go very far. Given the price, it is sufficient. (Original) De 45 minuten rondvaart is wel leuk maar inclusief opstappen op twee locaties. Gaat niet heel erg ver. Gezien de prijs wel voldoende.

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(Translated) Tour to Avon mouth. Highly recommended (Original) Avon mouth 까지 가는 tour임. 강력 추천합니다

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