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Things to do

Attractions

  • 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.
  • Walking Tours
    Our partners at City Sightseeing Oxford offer a fantastic range of official guided walking tours through Oxford City Centre.
  • The Oxford Ghost Tour
    The Oxford Ghost Tour is a unique interactive experience brought to you live by a professional actor in an authentic cavalier outfit.
  • 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.