Things to do
Attractions
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Open-top bus tour and walking tour of OxfordOur partners at City Sightseeing Oxford run a superb bus tour that covers all of Oxford's major attractions throughout the year.
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Walking ToursOur partners at City Sightseeing Oxford offer a fantastic range of official guided walking tours through Oxford City Centre.
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The Oxford Ghost TourThe Oxford Ghost Tour is a unique interactive experience brought to you live by a professional actor in an authentic cavalier outfit.
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Carfax TowerThe Carfax Tower is all that remains of the 13th century St. Martin’s Church. The Church was the official city church of Oxford from 1122.
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Oxford Castle & PrisonA fun family destination located close to Oxford City Centre. Your kids will have a great time on a guided tour of the castle.
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Museum of OxfordThe Museum of Oxford is dedicated to telling the story of Oxford, its people, and its communities.
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Blenheim PalaceSet in stunning grounds, Blenheim Palace is home to the 12th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough, and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.
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WestgateWestgate is home to prestigious global brands, eclectic restaurants and cafes, leisure and sophisticated rooftop bars and dining.
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Ashmolean MuseumAshmolean Museum is the world's first university museum. Their world-famous collections range from Egyptian mummies to contemporary art.
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University ParksThese beautiful grounds offer an escape from the liveliness of the City Centre while being conveniently located right at its heart.
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Dorchester AbbeyThis 12th Century Abbey is on a site that has housed religious monuments dating back to as early as c4000BC.
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Museum of English Rural LifeEducational for all ages! The Museum of English Rural Life is a great place to visit.
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Pegasus TheatreThis performing arts centre for young people offers workshops and a programme of drama, dance and comedy.
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Creation Theatre Company, OxfordCreation Theatre is known for putting on quirky, entertaining performances in a range of locations across Oxford.
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New Theatre OxfordThe New Theatre Oxford is the main commercial theatre in Oxford and has a capacity of 1,785 people.
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Iffley MeadowsBeautiful nature reserve a stone's throw away from central Oxford.
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Christ Church MeadowLocated within Oxford City Centre, Christ Church Meadow offers beautiful views of the meadow and rivers.
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Cornerstone Arts CentreThis purpose-built arts, culture and entertainment centre has something for everyone.
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Reading MuseumThe museum is located inside the beautiful Victorian Town Hall in the centre of Reading.
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Stonor ParkStonor Park is the family home of Lord and Lady Camoys and has been the Stonor family residence for over 800 years.
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Warburg Nature ReserveWarburg Nature Reserve is an ideal location for a walk with family or friends.
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Wallingford Castle GardensScenic, charming and medieval! Once the site of one of the strongest and most important castles in England.
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Aston Martin Heritage TrustThe Aston Martin Heritage Trust holds a fascinating and growing collection of cars and artefacts.
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Abingdon County Hall MuseumThe Abingdon County Museum tells the story of one of England’s oldest towns, where you can see one of the last MGB Roadsters made.
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Walking in HenleyFrom short guided historic tours and nature trails, to riverside walks and long country rambles, why not catch the X38 service into Henley?
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Harcourt ArboretumThis magnificent tree collection includes some of the oldest redwoods in Britain.
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Wallingford MuseumLearn about the history of Wallingford in this colourful, delightfully intimate and family-friendly local history museum.
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Didcot Railway CentreA haven for train enthusiasts and kids (both big and small), featuring a unique collection of Great Western Railway engines.
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Island Farm Donkey SanctuaryA registered charity dedicated to caring for abused and ill-treated donkeys.
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Vale & Downland MuseumAt the Vale & Downland, you’ll discover so much more than a museum! From fossils to a Formula One racing car, there's something for all!
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Cholsey & Wallingford RailwayTake a ride in a 1950s carriage pulled by a Heritage diesel locomotive through beautiful South Oxfordshire countryside on this trainline.
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The Oracle Shopping Centre‘Shop ‘til you drop’ at the Oracle shopping centre, with over 80 stylish shops to choose from!
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River and Rowing MuseumVisit one of the UK’s leading independent museums to see interesting displays about the river, the town of Henley and the sport of rowing.
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Nuffield PlaceNuffield Place reveals the surprisingly down-to-earth lives of Lord Nuffield, founder of the Morris Motor Company, and his wife.
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The Story MuseumFounded in 2003, The Story Museum celebrates stories in all forms and explores their enduring power to teach and delight.
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Vue CinemaWatch the latest blockbusters in this nine-screen cinema.
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Phoenix PicturehouseA century-old two-screen cinema with an upstairs bar set in a historic venue.
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ODEON Cinemas - Magdalen StSee the latest films, in IMAX, 3D, 2D film releases at ODEON.
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ODEON Cinemas - George StSee the latest films, in IMAX, 3D, 2D film releases at ODEON.
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Curzon Cinema OxfordThis cinema has five screens showing everything from Hollywood blockbusters to independent and international films.
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Burton Taylor StudioWatch a student production in this intimate venue located around the corner from Oxford Playhouse.
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Oxford PlayhouseThe Oxford Playhouse located in the City Centre offers a wide range of shows from international drama to contemporary dance and music.
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Pitt Rivers MuseumThe Pitt Rivers Museum is also known as the University of Oxford’s museum of anthropology and world archaeology.
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Oxford University Museum of Natural HistoryThe Museum of Natural History holds Oxford University’s internationally significant collections of geological and zoological specimens.
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Barton Leisure CentreJump in for a broad range of programmes in the pool at Barton Leisure Centre.
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Ferry Leisure CentreMake a splash in one of the two swimming pools at Ferry Leisure Centre in Oxford.
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Leys Pools and Leisure CentreWith 3 pools available, Leys Pools and Leisure Centre is the perfect place to swim with the whole family.
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Hinksey Outdoor PoolHinksey Heated Outdoor Pool is open during the warmer months of the year.
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History of Science MuseumThe History of Science Museum houses a fantastic collection of early scientific instruments from Europe and the Islamic World.
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City Mazes OxfordTake part in this unique game requiring you to solve puzzles and overcome challenges in order to escape and complete the mission.
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Turrill Sculpture GardenTurrill Sculpture Garden holds six exhibitions each year that are designed to be varied.
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The Covered MarketWith around 55 independent retailers, Oxford's historic Covered Market has something for everyone.
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The Radcliffe CameraThis beautiful circular library is situated in the picturesque Radcliffe Square in Oxford.