Bristol Old City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Castle Park which includes a garden, heritage architecture and autumn leaves

Popular places to visit

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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 Nicholas Market
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St. Peters Church

4/5(2 reviews)

This ruined 12th-century church stands as a World War II memorial and features a garden filled with varieties of medicinal plants.

St. Peters Church
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University of Bristol

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university.

University of Bristol
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Cabot Circus Shopping Centre

4/5(25 reviews)

Discover new fashion trends, watch the latest releases from Hollywood and play a round of miniature golf at this modern retail mall.

Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
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Bristol Hippodrome Theatre

2.5/5(3 reviews)

This historic theater offers a wide variety of entertainment, from West End productions and Broadway shows, to traditional pantomimes and opera.

Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
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Ashton Gate Stadium

5/5(3 reviews)

Catch an event at Ashton Gate Stadium during your trip to Bristol. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Ashton Gate Stadium

Activities

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St. Nicholas Market and Air Raid Shelter Walking Tour

NZ$29
Per adult
St. Nicholas Market and Air Raid Shelter Walking Tour
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eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

NZ$10
Per adult
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
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Sip and Paint Parties

NZ$92
Per adult
Sip and Paint Parties
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Bristol: City Exploration Self-Guided Mystery Outdoor Game

NZ$31
Per adult
Bristol: City Exploration Self-Guided Mystery Outdoor Game
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Street Art Bristol Outdoor Escape Game

NZ$21
Per adult
Street Art Bristol Outdoor Escape Game
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Self-Guided Walking Tour of Bristol's Harbourside History

NZ$10
Per adult
Self-Guided Walking Tour of Bristol's Harbourside History
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Our pick of the best Bristol Old City Hotel Deals

Mollie's Motel & Diner
Mollie's Motel & Diner
3.5 out of 5
Cribbs Causeway, A4018, Bristol, England
The price is NZ$150 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$150
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,835 reviews)
Good base for visit to Bristol
"Clean and comfortable room. Reception always manned, so a plus for prompt check in and any queries. Good location and plenty of parking. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Mollie's Motel & Diner
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
4 out of 5
Broad Street, Bristol, England
The price is NZ$225 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$225
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (520 reviews)
"Lovely"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel
Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel
4 out of 5
Broad Street, Bristol, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$156 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$156
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great situated walking distance in the city was great. Room bit antiquated but clean and comfy."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel
Harbour Hotel Bristol
Harbour Hotel Bristol
4 out of 5
53-55 Corn St, Bristol, England
The price is NZ$244 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$244
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (765 reviews)
Great stay marred by lack of attention to detail
"Faultless service from staff with whom we had contact. Lack of attention to detail from housekeeping which included dirty flannel left in shower, glasses and ice bucket not washed, victials not topped up and dusty head board."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Harbour Hotel Bristol
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Apex City of Bath Hotel
4 out of 5
1 James Street West, Bath, England
The price is NZ$206 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$206
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bath. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,859 reviews)
"Location to sites, restaurants, pubs and shopping is wonderful. Staff professional, easy check in and out. Room was larger than most, clean and quiet. Pool is an added benefit after a long day."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Apex City of Bath Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is NZ$202 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$202
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Decent but time for a spruce up
"Celtic Manor, is good and it is a beast of a place. I can't fault the service or cleanliness but the rooms (Signature suite on 6th Floor) are getting tired and perhaps the hotel is living a little on its past glories. Breakfast was lovely and the Signature Lounge is great with a lovely view. Dinner ..."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Celtic Manor Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Bristol Old City

Cabot Circus Shopping Centre featuring shopping and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Bristol City Centre

5/5(1 area review)

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 City Centre
St. Mary Redcliffe Church showing a bay or harbour

Bristol Floating Harbour

4/5(23 area reviews)

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.

Bristol Floating Harbour
St. Mary Redcliffe Church featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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.

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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.

Harbourside
St. Mary Redcliffe Church featuring a church or cathedral, heritage elements and interior views

Windmill Hill

4/5(3 area reviews)

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.

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Cotham

Visitors to Cotham like its restaurants and gardens, and BBC Bristol is a sight worth a stop.

Cotham

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