Bristol Old City Travel Guide
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.
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.
Ashton Gate Stadium
Catch an event at Ashton Gate Stadium during your trip to Bristol. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
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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 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.
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.
Windmill Hill
Windmill Hill is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by St. Mary Redcliffe Church, a top place to visit in the area.
Cotham
Visitors to Cotham like its restaurants and gardens, and BBC Bristol is a sight worth a stop.
- St Nicholas Market
- St. Peters Church
- Thermae Bath Spa
- Roman Baths
- Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
- Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
- Ashton Gate Stadium
- Clifton Suspension Bridge
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Bath Abbey
- Jane Austen Centre
- University of Bath
- Bath Spa University
- Theatre Royal Bath
- Tintern Abbey
- Aztec West Business Park