Bristol Old City
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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.
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.
Things to do
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Banksy, Blackbeard and Beyond: A Bristol Self Guided Walking Tour
Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Bristol Old City
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Nice hotel for the cost.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Room was clean but cold. Niceties were limited.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Brooks Guesthouse Bristol
Brilliant fun to stay on the trailer! It’s a bit humid, I had to open the window for a few hours while we were out to get rid of the humidity smell. Apart from that, it was great! I would come back!
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Harbour Hotel Bristol
Reception team were welcoming, friendly and efficient. Have to say that the room was a disappointment. I paid for a Superior Room (251)! but it felt very tired and dated. There was damp on the external walls and the paint on the window cills were all chipped and blown from the moisture. It didn’t ...
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Great staff
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
Upon arrival the receptionist was very blunt/rude and not welcoming at all. Made a big fuss about parking my van around the back (like I did with no issue during my last stay) and said I should have contacted the hotel before, which I did with no reply. When I showed her the message she just shrugged ...
Reviewed on Mar 25, 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 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 Bristol Temple Church 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 Banksy Graffiti Thekla or Old Vic Theatre.
