Bristol Old City
Bristol
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.
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
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour
Guided Walking Tour of Bristol Old City and Harbour
Banksy Blackbeard and Beyond A Bristol Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Bristol Old City
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Great hotel and location. Always a first choice when going to Bristol. Location is excellent.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Everything was of high standard and cleanliness with friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Brooks Guesthouse Bristol
Location
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Harbour Hotel Bristol
Beautiful Hotel, the bed was 1 of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in! The room was spotless, the staff wete very courteous and very helpful
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Clean room, really friendly staff. Great location.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
I absolutely loved it and I’m here for longer Ty to everyone
Reviewed on Feb 7, 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 Bristol Aquarium or We The Curious 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 popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Wills Memorial Building or We The Curious.
Canon's Marsh
If you're spending some time in Canon's Marsh, Wills Memorial Building and We The Curious are top sights worth seeing.
Temple Quay
Temple Quay is well-liked for its historic 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.
