Bristol’s Old Market: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 15min–1h 30min
- Price from
- $9 / person
- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Languages
- EN, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
- Meeting point
- This tour starts at Castle Bridge. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Description
Bristol‘s Old Market is at the centre of the city’s story, from its time as a medieval trade destination, to the vibrant cultural hub it is today. On this walking tour, you‘ll explore Bristol‘s oldest neighbourhood and find out what makes this area unique. You’ll pass coaching inns, hidden priest holes, independent breweries and music venues, each with their own fascinating layers of history and culture. The tour starts at Castle Bridge, where you‘ll hear about Bristol‘s Anglo-Saxon origins and how the city got its name. You‘ll walk through Castle Park, find remnants of Bristol Castle‘s curtain wall, and discover how this once-mighty fortress shaped the surrounding area. In the Old Market itself, you’ll see where trading has taken place for almost a thousand years.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 6+)
- $9
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Castle Park
We'll discover hidden remains of Bristol's Norman castle in the park. You can choose to, have a beer in Left Handed Giant Brewpub or, on a sunny day, relax on the grass in the park and people watch.
We'll stop outside this traditional pub to learn all about the interesting history, and stop for a pint if you like.
We walk the whole of Old Market Street and learn what the area began as a thousand years ago and how history has shaped it into the vibrant neighbourhood it is today.
Pass and learn about the former church, which is now known for brilliant live music and community events.
We'll pass by the storied Central Hall. Entry to the Hall is not included.
We'll walk by the lovely Newtown Park.
We'll pass by the Old Market Assembly, a Bristolian institution.
We'll walk along one of Bristol's most famous streets.
What's included
Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation
How it compares in Bristol
- Starting price $9 is 86% below the typical $66 for tours of similar length in Bristol
Excurgo comparison of 117 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bristol’s Old Market: A Self-Guided Audio Tour take?
Bristol’s Old Market: A Self-Guided Audio Tour lasts about 1h 15min–1h 30min. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Bristol’s Old Market: A Self-Guided Audio Tour cost?
Prices start at $9 per person for this Bristol experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Bristol’s Old Market: A Self-Guided Audio Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Bristol’s Old Market: A Self-Guided Audio Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is This tour starts at Castle Bridge. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Bristol’s Old Market: A Self-Guided Audio Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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