St. Nicholas Market + Old Town Walking Tour

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Starts
11:00 am Wed 20 May 2026
Ends
12:15 pm Wed 20 May 2026
Description

Step into the heart of Bristol’s Old Town and journey through a thousand years of drama, innovation, and unforgettable stories.

Your tour begins outside the iconic Corn Exchange—an architectural gem that sits amongst the independent traders of St. Nicholas Market.

Travel back to Bristol’s Saxon beginnings, follow the city’s rise as a powerhouse of the Triangular Trade and its pivotal role in the movement that ultimately helped bring that trade to an end.

Trace the scars of the Blitz, wander through ancient alleyways, and enjoy colourful Rock ’n’ Roll tales from the swinging 60s.

Your route winds upward to a hidden vantage point above the first floor of the Corn Exchange, offering a rare and striking view across the rooftops of the Old Town.

The tour concludes in the vibrant bustle of St. Nicholas Market, where you’ll be left inspired amid its legendary food stalls and Bristol’s finest independent traders.

Starting Point

The main entrance of the Corn Exchange, Corn Street, BS1 1JQ

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Contact Name
Duncan McKellar
Booking Phone
07909221684
Booking Email
info@st-nickstours.com
Link to Walk
Distance
1.5 miles
Duration
1:15:00
Cost
£14 per adult £7 per child
Event facilities

Accessible by public transport, Accessible toilets, Donations accepted, Family friendly, Frequent rest stops, Refreshments available to purchase, Toilets, Walk/event repeated during the festival, Tour includes 2 flights of stairs to gain entry to the first floor of the Corn Exchange

Booking Required
Yes
Walk Grade
Fairly easy – mainly flat on paved surfaces with some features such as step and hills. Walking at gentle pace

Walk organiser

Published
Wed 11 March 2026
Last Updated
Wed 11 March 2026