Bristol Old City
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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.
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.
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.
Thornbury Castle
Walk the grounds once traversed by royalty, dine in a dungeon and spend the night in a room fit for a king.
Things to do
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Bristol with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Bristol Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Top hotels in Bristol Old City
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
The room was great, the check in and check out system was very simple, the staff were very friendly, we had a great stay.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
The room and bed was very comfortable. The tea/coffee making facilities were not good. And the original staff member I spoke to was quite rude and unhelpful.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Brooks Guesthouse Bristol
polite welcoming staff warm clean comfortable room great location stayed for 2 nights woth no issues or concerns Thank you
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Harbour Hotel Bristol
This place is run like a hostel, not a quality hotel. It looks a lot like a hostel too. Staff kinda run around doing nothing and they are often not at the desk. Such as when I checked in. The amenities are less than basic. Pillows are flat and have hard lumps. Lift is slow and small and corridors ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Clean lovely hotel in a great location!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hampton by Hilton Bath City
The room was clean, good size, bathroom was perfect for me as I love an over head shower. Free breakfasts were good with a lot of variety, don't see many hotels having breakfast included. Also great location to stay in the city, not far from the station, in easy reach of most places
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
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 Market or Old Vic Theatre.
