Oxford City Centre Travel Guide

Oxford

Oxford City Centre
Oxford Town Hall featuring street scenes and heritage elements
Bodleian Library featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture
Oxford City Centre
Oxford University Museum of Natural History showing heritage elements, a park and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Oxfordshire featuring outdoor eating and a park

University of Oxford

4.5/5(220 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Oxford during your travels in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

University of Oxford
Oxford Castle Unlocked which includes château or palace and heritage elements

Oxford Castle

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.

Oxford Castle
Christ Church Cathedral featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and interior views

Christ Church College

4.5/5(112 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Christ Church College during your trip to Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Christ Church College
Bodleian Library featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

Bodleian Library

4.5/5(39 reviews)

Sign up for a tour to get a closer look at the priceless gems in one of the oldest libraries in the world.

Bodleian Library
Oxford University Museum of Natural History showing heritage elements

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

4.5/5(103 reviews)

Gaze up at towering Oxfordshire dinosaur skeletons, see a colony of swifts in a tower and study the preserved model of the extinct dodo.

Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Ashmolean Museum showing heritage architecture and heritage elements

Ashmolean Museum

4.5/5(183 reviews)

The world’s oldest public museum is home to a fascinating collection of global curios and priceless works of art.

Ashmolean Museum

Things to do

Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath

Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath

£71
per adult
Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

£25
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry
Oxford: Sightseeing River Cruise

Oxford: Sightseeing River Cruise

£15
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Oxford: Sightseeing River Cruise
Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

£80
per adult
Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church
Christ church cloister film site

CS Lewis & Tolkien Tour with Magdalen Entry Public tour 11.45am

£50
per adult
CS Lewis & Tolkien Tour with Magdalen Entry Public tour 11.45am
Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide

Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide

£30
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide
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Top hotels in Oxford City Centre

George Street Hotel
George Street Hotel
5 out of 5
15-19 George Street, Oxford, England
The price is £186 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
£186
per night
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (775 reviews)
"We checked in too early so they were kind enough to hold our bags so we could go out & about. He gave us a map with a good explanation of the top spots to see today & tomorrow. The room was quite nice with a storage closet. Tea kettle & Walkers cookies were enjoyed every night. Next door we had breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

George Street Hotel
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
5 out of 5
Beaumont Street, Oxford, England
The price is £195 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£195
per night
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (645 reviews)
"The room was unbearably hot and the windows didn’t open. Besides that it was a beautiful hotel and the staff were exceptional."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
Malmaison Oxford
Malmaison Oxford
4 out of 5
3 Oxford Castle, Oxford, England
The price is £170 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£170
per night
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful location and tremendous service"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Malmaison Oxford
The Store
The Store
5 out of 5
1-5 Broad Street, Oxford, UK, Oxford, England
The price is £273 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£273
per night
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions New Theatre Oxford and Covered Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (179 reviews)
"The staff was the kindest and most helpful that I have ever met. There were so many thoughtful touches- guiding us to our room, coffee and tea in our room offering unlimited information on demand. Quality touches such as robes and slippers, heated towel rack, beautiful lighting ( even in the closet) ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

The Store
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
4 out of 5
15 Paradise Street, Oxford, England
The price is £161 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£161
per night
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (644 reviews)
"The lobby is under renovations and a little messy, but the experience overall was good. Very friendly staff including Sir Hari at the buffet and the lovely Thai receptionist who helped us with early check-in. Rooms are comfortable, but the bathroom design leaves something to be desired - cheap shower ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
4 out of 5
73 High Street, Oxford, England
The price is £145 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£145
per night
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"The hotel was welcoming, simply furnished but clean and comfortable. The only issue was the fridge which did not seem to be working, but I would definitely stay there again. Suggest including more tea/coffee sachets in the room, plus biscuits."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Oxford City Centre

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Jericho

Jericho might not have many top sights, but Ashmolean Museum and New Theatre Oxford are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jericho
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West Oxford

If you're spending some time in West Oxford, Thames Path and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.

West Oxford
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South Oxford

While visiting South Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Path and Thames River.

South Oxford
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New Marston

While New Marston isn't home to many top sights, Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Rhodes House are some notable places to visit nearby.

New Marston
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East Oxford

While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.

East Oxford
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North Oxford

While North Oxford isn't home to many top sights, Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Ashmolean Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

North Oxford

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