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
Things to do in Oxfordshire, England: The Best Specialty Museums
Discover the best top things to do in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom including Newman's College, Williams F1 Conference Centre, Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology, Bate Collection, Pitt Rivers Museum, River & Rowing Museum, Oxford Bus Museum, Vale & Downland Museum, Tom Brown's School Museum, Nuffield Place.
Restaurants in Oxfordshire
1. Newman's College
2. Williams F1 Conference Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By charliebeesley - Oxford, United Kingdom
I visited Williams F1 (for the second time) with my wife and brother-in-law, if your a F1 fan or just looking for a great day out, this is a must, great staff, great museum, great experience, you are looked after from the moment you arrive until you collect your coats to go home, having been immersed in the visitors centre, from cars to trophies to helmets to you name it, its all about the great Williams F1 name and tradition ..
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. Bate Collection
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
For music-lovers everywhere: this specialty museum houses a fine collection of historical woodwind, brass and percussion instruments, plus more than one dozen historical keyboard instruments and a complete bow-maker's workshop.
Reviewed By HappyChappy2b - Winchester, United Kingdom
Fascinating collection of musical instruments It's free, it's fascinating its great you can hear some of instruments via the supplied audio devices...brought it to life. There are plenty of different instruments to try on the central area, crumhorn, flutes, feramin (no idea if i spelled it correctly.. probably not ..sorry!) And a harpsichord. Amazing displays of a huge variety of woodwind, brass and harpsichords. There aren't any 'modern' instruments but plenty older and classical to enjoy. Very friendly and very helpful mean on the desk. The directions will get you to the access door but you will need to press the button to request access... No issue but you need to know (there is a sign but it isn't what you might expect) Toilets available.
5. 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.
6. River & Rowing Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 374 reviews
The River & Rowing Museum, set by the river in picturesque Henley on Thames, brings the river, rowing and the arts to life in a series of stunning galleries and temporary exhibitions. The Museum, housed in stunning oak clad building designed by award winning architect David Chipperfield, is home to the UK's only gallery dedicated to the work of prolific British artist John Piper. Families are welcomed to the Museum, and the permanent Wind in the Willows walk through experience is enormously popular with visitors of all ages! Hosting an ever changing series of temporary exhibitions, there is always something new to see at the Museum and their annual pass tickets provide fantastic value for money.
Reviewed By 489lornam - Lewes, United Kingdom
This was a welcome stopping point, on a journey to Oxford. It is an award-winning purpose-built museum, just by the Thames, devoted to boating and river-related activities. It is a great place to eat. For little kids there is a walk-through section that brings the Wind in the Willows to life. For older 'kids' there are historic boats from past rowing events, an amazingly preserved Saxon dugout, even a skiff the Three Men in a Boat might have used. For art buffs there a special gallery devoted to the paintings of John Piper, who lived nearby. It's worth mentioning we got in free with our Art Fund passes - but otherwise it was reasonably priced; and the shop was a delight. Has its own free car park. We thoroughly enjoyed our couple of hours there.
7. Oxford Bus Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
A museum portraying the history of public transport in Oxford and the surrounding areas with a separate building containing Morris cars built in Oxford during the lifetime of William Morris, later Lord Nuffield. Bicycle collection. Free bus rides on advertised dates - please see website. Last admissions 15:30. Cafe closes 16:00.
Reviewed By 735MichaelK - London, United Kingdom
Other reviewers have got it right; this is a great little museum, and incredible value for money. Staffed by volunteers who obviously love their task, is a museum that will appeal hugely to a certain type of person. It takes us back o the days when buses were more full of character than they are today, and when each city or large town had its own bus company. It is a nostalgic journey amongst old friends (for those of a certain age). The buses have obviously had many hours of loving attention lavished on them, as they appear to be in as-new condition. If you choose your day right (1st and 3rd Sundays and some school holidays) you might get a ride on one of them. We did, and it wasn't just a little potter down the yard, but a half-hour journey round Oxford airport! All included in the £5 a head price! The Morris Motors Museum is also well worth seeing. I couldn't believe that one 1960s car had not been restored, so pristine is its condition. You also gain an understanding of the great man, William Morris - Lord Nuffield
8. Vale & Downland Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
The Vale and Downland Museum is located in the busy market town of Wantage in Oxfordshire, UK. The museum has been nationally acclaimed as an outstanding example of community partnership. The range of services is very broad ranging, from galleries interpreting the cultural heritage of the Vale of White Horse region, to a cafe with a delightful terrace and garden. It also acts as a springboard for residents and visitors to enjoy and appreciate the countryside around Wantage.
Reviewed By 672garethc - Oxford, United Kingdom
Went here with family friends to have a warm chocolate during the Wantage Dickensian Evening in 2019. Really lovely place! Run by volunteers and what a great job they do. Also nice to see the little shop still running. Will try the museum at the back next time I'm there as I know it's been renovated.
9. Tom Brown's School Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Whilst the roadmap for reopening museums currently states the 17th May, this is unlikely due to the small size of the building. We hope to be fully operational mid June, however small group visits can be arranged privately by contacting the curator. Usual opening hours are Easter to the end of October at weekends and Bank Holiday from 2.00 - 5.00 pm.
10. Nuffield Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 550 reviews
Reviewed By 208andys - Clanfield, United Kingdom
What a down to earth character Lord Nuffield must have been - the house is in no way grand and, unfortunately, it does look in need of rather a lot of TLC (I'm sure the many flat roofs don't help.) The interiors are comfortable and homely rather than grand and you could almost be walking into your grandparents house. The only nod to grandeur is the Billiards Room which is in a wing on its own and the tool cupboard in his Lordship's bedroom gives a fascinating insight to the restless nature of the man. Really interesting
