Bristol Old City Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
St Nicholas Market
Bristol’s oldest market is still very much alive with merchants and shoppers. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday are the best days to visit.
St. Peters Church
This ruined 12th-century church stands as a World War II memorial and features a garden filled with varieties of medicinal plants.
University of Bristol
Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university.
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
This historic theater offers a wide variety of entertainment, from West End productions and Broadway shows, to traditional pantomimes and opera.
Thornbury Castle
Walk the grounds once traversed by royalty, dine in a dungeon and spend the night in a room fit for a king.
Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
Discover new fashion trends, watch the latest releases from Hollywood and play a round of miniature golf at this modern retail mall.
Things to do
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Bristol Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Bristol: The House Magicians Comedy and Magic Show
Top hotels in Bristol Old City
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Really nice large room, enjoyed the room service, friendly staff. I would definitely stay here again xx
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Great stay, on arrival room was upgraded as the room we were assigned was not ready for us. The room was very spacious and tidy. Fab location for what we needed for our stay.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Harbour Hotel Bristol
Super nice staff, beautiful room, great location and great restaurant
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Brooks Guesthouse Bristol
Great room. Excellent value
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Lovely room, great facilities.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton Bath City
Great staff, very helpful and perfect location
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Bristol Old City
Bristol City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Bristol City Centre. Make a stop by St Nicholas Market or Old Vic Theatre while you're exploring the area.
Bristol Floating Harbour
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.
Redcliffe
Redcliffe is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Banksy Graffiti Thekla and Redcliffe Caves while you're in town.
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.
Canon's Marsh
While visiting Canon's Marsh, you might make a stop by sights like Wills Memorial Building and We The Curious.
Temple Quay
Temple Quay is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bristol area, you might plan a trip to Old Vic Theatre or Cabot Circus Shopping Centre.
