Things to Do in Oxford, Oxfordshire - Oxford Attractions
Things to Do in Oxford
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Bodleian Library, Oxford Castle & Prison, Walking Tours, Historic Sites. For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Historic Sites
Historic Sites
Historic tower climb rewarding visitors with panoramic views after a 101-step ascent. Features engaging, interactive tours through storied grounds, ideal for history buffs.
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Speciality Museums
Museum featuring global historical exhibits, including a notable early Egyptian collection, interactive elements, and a rooftop restaurant with city views.
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Educational sites
Historic university with iconic architecture, guided tours of ancient colleges, and libraries, set around picturesque gardens and medieval buildings.
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Historic Sites
Natural History Museums
Historic museum showcasing a vast array of natural wonders, from dinosaur casts to sea creatures, alongside interactive evolution exhibits. Elegant café with vegan treats available.
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Speciality Museums
Historical museum with an extensive array of global artifacts, thematically organized to highlight natural history and cultural practices, including a unique body modification exhibit.
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Botanical garden with exotic plant exhibitions, tranquil greenhouses, and lush rainforest and pond areas, set against a backdrop of historic architecture.
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Architectural Buildings
Historic institution with striking architecture, tranquil gardens, and a deer park. Features include a bell tower, chapel, choir performances, and scenic walks.
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Tranquil meadow with colorful grounds for picnics, river walks, and views of passing punts. Home to unique horned cows and rich with historical landmarks.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Architectural Buildings
Historic church with a tower climb revealing panoramic views and intricate gargoyles, complemented by a serene interior, stained glass, and a café.
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What travelers are saying
- Samuel G1 contributionJess was super incredible and fun. All information was relevant and on point. However I thought it would include a visit to the underground libraries.Written March 23, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Reto B1 contributionWe booked a tour and ended up being the only ones at this time.
Our tour guide Will knew a lot of stuff and was very friendly. We sure can recommend booking a tour. :}Written March 25, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jackieb37 contributionsExcellent morning spent in this museum today. To be honest we could have spent longer, so much to see and learn. The displays were amazing, staff helpful and I just loved the way the museum was set out.
A must visit for anyone who goes to OxfordWritten March 21, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - David nManchester, UK4,887 contributions.. the city of dreamy spires, and this city sure has enough beautiful sights = college buildings to satisfy anyone with an iota of interest in architecture. Luckily, the clouds parted to reveal a blue sky which then gave amazing pics with the sunshine reflecting off its many buildings.Written November 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- R WDubai, United Arab Emirates515 contributionsThe 900 year old Christ Church cathedral is a must visit destination. For me it’s just amazing to see the architecture and quality of construction to withstand the tests of time when there was no steel or reinforcements. It’s a good walk around the cathedral and the gardens. Worth an afternoon visit if you have time.Written January 25, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Cool CaroOxford, UK99 contributionsA fascinating well curated museum in a stunning building. Special praise for the cafe which is so different to thestandard museum cafes run by chains. This is wholesome, environmentally friendly and clearly run with great care. Lots of vegetarian and vegan lunch options, delicious cakes and sandwiches and a selection of every condiment imaginable. Worth a trip to the museum just to visit the cafe!Written March 17, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FrankieLondon, UK26 contributionsIf you like old fashioned quirky museums, this will be heaven for you! It’s crammed full of weird and wonderful stuff from an Inuit parka made from seal intestine material! feathered robes from Hawaii, fabulous pottery, pipes for smoking, pipes to play, jewellery, tribal textiles, beaded moccasins, shells and masks…Written February 26, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Desislava AndreevaPortsmouth, UK477 contributionsWe visited this place as my daughter wanted to capture plants pictures for her school project. I’ve been here before during the summer and it was great. I would not recommend visiting during the winter as not much too see. Nothing wrong with the place, just very limited. We were unlucky as the weather was windy and they have closed the glass houses due to strong winds. We have managed to get some pics though. The cafe was still great though. The gentleman behind the till was friendly, he offered us to come back in the afternoon when they expected to open the glass houses and we can still use the same ticket. They allowed this because of the weather. He was very polite and helpful. I will come back, but will have to wait for the summer time.Written February 22, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SolihullRichardDorridge, UK1,470 contributionsThe second of my college visits and another extensive site adjacent to the Botanical Gardens and river. Distant views of the deer park from the public areas, and an interesting walk around the Cloisters but much quieter than Christ Church so if you want college views with solitude maybe aim hereWritten February 7, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- rosiehall56138 contributionsThe building was lovely from the outside. Very big. Interesting to look at. Loved all the greenery around the meadow. Very pretty river though out the meadow. Freshly cut grass! Beautiful flowers are all around you when you enter Christ church. Very good photo opuntity. Beautiful views around the building. Lots of tourists. Loved my visit to Christ church! Will revisit again. 10/10Written March 1, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MikeGlossop, UK1,538 contributionsObviously you need to see this bridge if visiting the city. Lots of interesting buildings to visit in the same area too like the Church Radcliffe CameraWritten January 17, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Michael Red AlpphagrapicsLondon, UK176 contributionsUniversity of Oxford daytrip visit amazing place of architecture history and nothing architecture kindly recommendWritten March 2, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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