Top Things to do in Oxfordshire
Top Hotels in Oxfordshire
- 1. George Street Hotel
- 2. The Holt Hotel
- 3. Malmaison Oxford Castle
- 4. voco Oxford Spires, an IHG Hotel
- 5. Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
- 6. The Randolph Hotel, by Graduate Hotels
- 7. voco Oxford Spires, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Jurys Inn Oxford
- 9. voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel
- 10. Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Oxfordshire, England
Discover the best top things to do in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom including The Yellow Hat Tribe, University of Oxford, Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology, Christ Church Meadow, Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Pitt Rivers Museum, Port Meadow, Worcester College, Oxford Canal, Iffley Lock.
Restaurants in Oxfordshire
1. The Yellow Hat Tribe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By MargC313 - Oxford, United Kingdom
We chanced on the studio a few years ago, and visit whenever we are passing that way. Interesting to see how the Artist's work has developed over the years. She is a warm friendly person - quite a character. Some interesting merchandise available at reasonable prices.
2. University of Oxford
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,610 reviews
Starting as early as 1096 with some form of teaching, Oxford is the oldest English-speaking university in the world.
Reviewed By Onleaveagain - Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
The university is formed from almost forty individual colleges. The grandest buildings are located in the colleges which are the oldest. The majority of buildings are built in sandstone with ornate door and window surrounds, towers and huge pillars. Access to several colleges can be gained for a small fee. Oxford is known as the ‘city of dreaming spires’ and just looking around the skyline it is easy to see why.
3. Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,850 reviews
The Ashmolean is the University of Oxford’s museum of art and archaeology, founded in 1683. Our world famous collections range from Egyptian mummies to contemporary art, telling human stories across cultures and across time. The Museum is open every day, 10am–5pm. Admission is free.
Reviewed By alisonccooper - London, United Kingdom
The artefacts in the Ashmolean have survived the rise and fall of several Empires, and the museum has adapted to change, moving from its original venue to the current site a decade ago. Undeterred by the corona virus pandemic it has reopened its doors. Climbing the stairs from the buried urns of Ancient Egypt and Greece towards modern European Art, the spotlight trail mobile phone download takes the visit right up to the present day. Lower visitor numbers mean it is quiet and still with ample opportunity to get up close to the objects. Staff maintain a discreet distance and the status provide plenty of company.
4. Christ Church Meadow
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,066 reviews
This scenic park offers a delightful two-mile walk through meadows and along river banks, offering picturesque views and ideal spots for picnics, sitting or just relaxing.
Reviewed By KatrienS955 - Ghent, Belgium
The entrance to the meadow was extremely crowded, and also near the buildings of Christ Church there were several tour groups, and it was overwhelmingly crowded, with long lines to get in. However, as soon as we turned into the tree lined walk to the river, we left the crowds behind, and thus had a lovely walk along the river and the meadows, with some great views over Magdalen college tower and the Christ Church buildings in a distance. Passed several punters, and more kajaks.
5. Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,362 reviews
The Museum of Natural History houses the University's scientific collections of geological and zoological specimens. The Museum itself is a Grade 1 listed building, renowned for its spectacular neo-Gothic architecture. Among its most famous features are the Oxfordshire dinosaurs, the dodo, and the swifts in the tower.
Reviewed By TeamWard - Nottingham, United Kingdom
The exterior is stunning the interior is fabulous like a movie designed museum, the T-Rex is there to greet you when you enter and the interior design is just spectacular, a sheer joy to visit and look at the exhibits, make sure you make a donation.
6. Pitt Rivers Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,827 reviews
The Pitt Rivers Museum is one of Oxford’s most popular attractions, famous for its period atmosphere and outstanding collections from many cultures around the world, past and present.
Reviewed By livbundy89 - Truro, United Kingdom
I have a confession...I came here just to see the shrunken heads. While it would have been worth the walk just for that (a staff member was giving a talk on them just as we got here!) we actually thought the entire museum was wonderful. There is so much to see, and it is all tightly packed in like some kind of Indiana Jones treasure trove. The items on display really fire up the imagination and a sense of appreciation for the beauty of other cultures. We were only in Oxford for the day so couldn't spend more than an hour here, but we could have easily spent half a day walking around and really taking it all in. Highly recommend.
7. Port Meadow
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 331 reviews
Reviewed By petalb2018
spectacular bit of wide open common-ground meadow space... horse and cows... wild grasses.. rowers, boaters, picnickers, dog walkers abound, but can always be as far away from it all as you please... not so nice since they built awful Jericho buildings spoiling the view at one end and giving first sense of enclosure. still if you start at Jericho end and walk to godstow / wolvercote, for a thirst quenching pint perhaps, then you'll have your back to them.
8. Worcester College
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 182 reviews
Reviewed By katesN6210RQ
A real 'wow' factor as you walk through into the quad. We walked right through the site, around the lake and int the chapel. Gorgeous.This College doesn't charge to get in - most of them do - and it is glorious. Make sure you check times for opening (normally 2pm - 4pm each day).
9. Oxford Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 346 reviews
Reviewed By starlightShanghai - Victoria, Canada
What a peaceful retreat! This area gives the term ‘tranquility’ a whole new meaning! A canal houseboat community in complete harmony with nature - absolutely wonderful! There’s a great footpath (tow path) along the canal and easy access to the many little bridges spanning the canal. I wonder how many visitors to Oxford actually experience this lovely place ... or do they immediately rush to the city centre to enjoy all the stunning historical architecture? Of all the places I’ve been to in the world, this section of the Oxford Canal is among the most beautiful. It’s very easy to reach: if heading into town from the train station, it’s that section of the canal that’s on the left.
10. Iffley Lock
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By jiveboy55 - Watford, United Kingdom
Lovely scenic venue, nicely laid out flower beds and a pub opposite. Add some good weather and you could not ask for more.
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