Bristol Old City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bristol Old City
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.
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.
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
This historic theater offers a wide variety of entertainment, from West End productions and Broadway shows, to traditional pantomimes and opera.
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.
Thornbury Castle
Walk the grounds once traversed by royalty, dine in a dungeon and spend the night in a room fit for a king.
Activities
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Bristol: Wake The Tiger Amazement Park Entry Ticket
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
(Thur 7pm) Comedy Magic Show includes 1x Pizza & 2 glasses of Prosecco
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Bristol Old City Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Lovely hotel and great service! You can buy cocktails 2 for £15 on the vouchers which are fairly good value. Breakfast was amazing and varied with gluten free options too! Only issue was having to get two lifts and navigate labyrinthine corridors to get to room on 7th floor.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Easy check in, basic amenities but clean and comfortable. Very handy location.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Brooks Guesthouse Bristol
Nice room. Very helpful staff. Bed could use a new mattress. In the tea caddy there was an already opened and half used hot chocolate pouch so that had not been checked.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Harbour Hotel Bristol
Nice room, good central location
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Room was good size and well designed. Spa/pool was very good. Liked the nespresso machine but shame pods were only provided for first night (4 pods for two days)
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hampton by Hilton Bath City
Great location from which to explore the city, plenty of places to eat nearby and lots of good pubs. Room was clean and well appointed with everything we needed for our stay. Breakfast was excellent with a great choice which catered for all.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
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 We The Curious and Millennium Square while you're in town.
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.
Southville
Historical sites and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Southville. A stop by Tobacco Factory Theatre is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
