About Bristol City Centre and Old City

The City Centre and Old City of Bristol are the heart of the city and offer a superb taste of culture, food, history and fantastic shopping opportunities. A trip to Bristol would not be complete without a visit to its central area.

Bristol Shopping Quarter

Bristol's shopping quarter has over 500 stores, more than 50 cafes and restaurants, great cinemas and entertainment.

The amazing range of shops - from the world famous Harvey Nichols and a flagship House of Fraser to one of the largest Primarks in the country - means that whatever you're looking for, you're sure to find it in the centre of Bristol. From mid-November until late-December, Bristol Shopping Quarter is also home to popular German-themed and local Christmas markets.

The Old City

A veritable rabbit warren of diverse businesses and projects piled into a small, charming space. The streets of the Old City including Broad Street, Corn Street, St Nicholas Market, King Street, Welsh Back and Queen Square remain much the same today as they were hundreds of years ago and are dotted with cobbled streets, secret alleys and interesting architecture. A wander through the Old City will be overflowing with character.

As the name might suggest, this area contains some of the oldest buildings in the city and is described as the medieval heart. Take a heritage walk around the area to discover what remains of Norman Bristol and the city wall remain, then find a spot at one of the many independent and quirky coffee shops in the area for watching the world go by.

Or take a break in Georgian Queen Square which is leafy, peaceful and perfect for picnics. It also hosts a number of events throughout the warmer months, not least the Bristol Harbour Festival in July.

You can eat and drink at some of the best restaurants and bars in the city in this area, including restaurants aboard boats, secret speakeasies, jazz pubs, a cacophony of street food stalls and world-famous pies.

This area is home to some of the most diverse shopping in bristol too. So take the time to browse the stalls of the covered St Nicholas Market, and the old Corn Exchange where you will find anything from jewellery, records and crystals to games to hats and instruments. Also don't miss the original 'nails' on Corn Street where the English expression 'paying on the nail' is thought to have originated.

Or stroll towards the ancient, steep and winding seven streets of Christmas Steps Arts Quarter, which have been frequented by visitors since the 1600s and come complete with its own small theatre, a museum, pubs, restaurants and eclectic shops.

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Tour Bristol's most famous filming locations

Central Bristol

Explore Bristol Film Office's movie map, featuring some of Bristol’s most famous big screen moments.
Par 59

Harbourside

Mini golf, darts, cocktails and amazing street food
Get a birds-eye view across the city with a room at Radisson Blu

Central Bristol

Floor-to-ceiling tinted windows take in the Harbour, the city, the centre and beyond – you can see the countryside in the distance from the Radisson Blu hotel.
St. Nicholas Market and Air Raid Shelter Walking Tour

Central Bristol

Discover Bristol's biggest public air raid shelter, explore the historic Old City and experience the nation's No. 1 covered market. Join Bristol’s only subterranean tour for a journey from beneath the streets to above the rooftops. This unique tour…
Bristol Transatlantic Slavery Walk

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The walk on the slave trade and its impact on Bristol will take in the historic harbour of Bristol including the Floating Harbour, the City Centre, Pero’s Bridge, Queen Square and King Street.

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Afternoon Tea at Recess, Hilton Garden Inn

Central Bristol

That most traditional of indulgences can be had at the Hilton Garden Inn.
Abseiling the Avon Gorge with Adventurous Activity Company

Central Bristol

This exhilarating activity will really test your nerve! By controlling your own descent with back up from an instructor, you will be rewarded with an unforgettable experience.
SACO Bristol - West India House

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These 4 star city centre waterfront apartments are an ideal alternative to hotels, offering twice the space and comfort of a similarly priced hotel. Each apartment features stylish & spacious living areas with fully equipped kitchens.
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Escape into the beautiful Somerset countryside for a day of wine and cheese tasting.
The Cottage Inn

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A buzzing pub with stunning views across the harbour overlooking Clifton, and a menu offering delicious takes on pub classics with a focus on seasonal ingredients, fresh fish and seafood.
Adventurous Activity Company

Central Bristol

A range of outdoor activities in central Bristol, including climbing, abseiling, canoeing and orienteering.
Leonardo Hotel Bristol

Central Bristol

The newly built Leonardo Hotel Bristol offers 197 stylish bedrooms, featuring the Leonardo DREAM bed, an exclusively designed mattress and modern ensuite bathrooms

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Guide Price From £95.00 Per room (room only)
Take a Blood and Butchery tour in Bedminster with Show of Strength

Bedminster

Blood and Butchery explores the tales of murder, mystery, betrayal and bullion, visiting pubs and landmarks on the way.
Hyde & Co

Clifton

This speakeasy-style bar, just by The Triangle has an eclectic, low-lit gentleman’s club vibe going on.
Pub Lunch Cruise with Bristol Packet Boat Trips

Central Bristol

Cruise upstream along beautiful rural stretches of the Avon and enjoy the full 'riverboat experience' as you navigate through Hanham Lock before stopping for lunch.
Stay in a Rooftop Retro Rocket Caravan

Central Bristol

A stylish, contemporary family-run guesthouse, nestled in the heart of Bristol's buzzing Old City.
Old Market

Old Market Quarter is home to a great selection of shops from vintage fashion and antique shops, independent furniture stores to specialist climbing and motorcycle stores.
Follow in the footsteps of Sherlock and Watson

Central Bristol

Using The Bristol Film Office's trail map, follow in the steps of the famous duo and see where some of the series' most famous scenes were filmed.
Blood, Blackbeard and Buccaneers Tour with Show of Strength

Redcliffe

Extraordinary new revelations about Blackbeard, the world’s most famous pirate, are promised in Show of Strength’s walking tour of Bristol docks.
Blackbeard to Banksy the Ultimate Bristol Walking Tour

Central Bristol

Combine the fascinating history of Bristol with the city's best street art on this tour which takes in many of the sights and interesting facts.

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