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