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 venue with guided tours through iconic rooms like the Divinity School, rich in architectural beauty and cultural ties, including a literary connection.
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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
Cultural museum with a diverse global collection, including ancient Egyptian artifacts and Anglo-Saxon treasures. Enjoy city views from the rooftop restaurant.
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Educational sites
Historic collegiate landmarks and architecture abound, featuring iconic libraries and chapels. Enjoy scenic walks, cultural tours, and connections to famed literary works.
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Historic Sites
Historic college with Gothic architecture, self-guided multimedia tours, and a dining hall famous for inspiring a beloved wizarding world. Enjoy tranquil meadows and a touch of literary history.
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Natural History Museums
Speciality Museums
Victorian-era venue with a vast array of global artifacts, from weaponry to textiles, organized thematically. Known for its preserved Dodo and eclectic exhibits.
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Architectural Buildings
Historic college featuring serene botanical gardens and expansive deer park. Enjoy tranquil walks, architectural marvels, and wildlife sightings amidst peaceful, green surroundings.
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Tranquil botanical sanctuary featuring diverse plant species, historic herbaceous borders, and serene glass houses. Ideal for a peaceful retreat with educational plant taxonomy displays.
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Tranquil meadows with picturesque walks by the River Thames, home to unique cows and historic landmarks. Ideal for picnics and Harry Potter scene tours.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Iconic and ornate bridge connecting Hertford College, reminiscent of Venetian architecture. Ideal for photo opportunities and nearby cultural exploration. Listed as a Grade II historic structure.
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Architectural Buildings
Climb the historic tower for panoramic views of the university and cityscape, encounter unique gargoyles, and explore a peaceful Gothic church with a storied past.
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What travelers are saying
- Everton Farias8 contributionsThe was by far the best tourist attraction I have visited in Oxford.
Eilidh was a great guide! She was very knowledgeable, charismatic, and nice.Written March 15, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Steve BAshford, UK224 contributionsExcellent tour of the castle brilliantly lead by our guide Matt. He was enthusiastic, engaging and knowledgeable about the history of the castle and prison.Written March 15, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CassimaSKBicester, UK443 contributionsPositive points: it is huge and there is so much to see, most likely will require more than 1 visit. We spent a few hours and only explored 2 floors.
It is free to visit.
Unfortunately, it does require more financial involvement as a big part of displays is missing a proper lighting and it's difficult to see what is shown.Written March 15, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - David nManchester, UK4,888 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.
- SolihullRichardDorridge, UK1,470 contributionsVery atmospheric College open to the paying public at certain times of the year. Extensive site and grounds with a number of people during my visit keen to ask the guides which window in the Great Hall had Harry Potter connectionsWritten February 7, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- paul rWigston, UK521 contributionsLots to see here, great architecture, lots of stuffed animals and lots of skeletons from animals here also.Spent about 1 hour here but could've stayed longer really.Got lots of great photos here.There is no charge to get in which is unbelievable really.It was quite busy here, we went on a Sunday afternoon.Written February 24, 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.
- Curious_Traveller636London, UK530 contributionsFor £20 you get to walk the quad and see some of the grounds, but it is quite limited. Having visited Cambridge just before, this felt a bit of a rip off. Maybe £5? The shared ticket with the botanical gardens is a plus as that is excellent. The chapel is the highlight.Written February 17, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Desislava AndreevaPortsmouth, UK475 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.
- rosiehall56128 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, UK1,506 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 AlpphagrapicsPlaya de las Americas, Spain155 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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