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.

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.

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.

Clifton Suspension Bridge
Both striking and practical, this bridge has long been the symbol of the city of Bristol.
Things to do

Bristol: St. Nicholas Market and Air Raid Shelter Tour

Bristol private pub hopping and sightseeing with local guide

Bristol Banksy Street Art Graffiti Exploration Game

St. Nicholas Market and Air Raid Shelter Walking Tour

Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Bristol
Top hotels in Bristol Old City

Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Harbour Hotel Bristol
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Brooks Guesthouse Bristol
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Apex City of Bath Hotel
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Macdonald Bath Spa
Reviewed on 28 Jul 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 St. Mary Redcliffe Church and Banksy Graffiti Thekla 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.

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.

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.
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- St Nicholas Market
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- Roman Baths
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- Clifton Suspension Bridge
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Ashton Gate Stadium
- Thornbury Castle
- Bath Spa University
- Chepstow Racecourse
- Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
- Wells Cathedral
- Aztec West Business Park
- Bath Abbey
- Bath Christmas Market
- Royal Crescent
- Tintern Abbey
- Wookey Hole Caves
- SS Great Britain
- The Grand Pier
- Jane Austen Centre
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