Cowley Travel Guide
Oxford
Popular places to visit
University of Oxford
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Oxford during your travels in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
New Theatre Oxford
Enjoy a show at New Theatre Oxford, a theatre with a story to tell in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
John Radcliffe Hospital
If John Radcliffe Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford.
Oxford Castle
Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.
Christ Church College
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.
Bodleian Library
Sign up for a tour to get a closer look at the priceless gems in one of the oldest libraries in the world.
Things to do
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford
Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone
Oxford: MINI Factory Tour – Go Behind the Scenes
Cotswolds Villages Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Oxford
Oxford Walking Tour - Discover its University and Traditions
Top hotels in Cowley
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
Booked two rooms for one night stay. Comfy bed, warm room, mostly updated apart from wardrobe and dressing table which were older and less in keeping with modern decor. Very happy with our stay. Ideal location for our stay. Busy hotel. Didn’t use the facilities.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Great for short stay, great staff and super clean
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Malmaison Oxford
Very friendly and accommodating staff. The hotel was spotlessly clean and the breakfast selection excellent. We did find our room too hot and there was a droning noise on and off all night which wasn’t related to the room itself. We mentioned it to the staff on check out and they immediately said ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
We stayed in order to attend an anniversary celebration. Our room was very well presented and quiet. The bed was extremely comfortable. Overall the hotel is a welcoming, pleasant place to stay. The party we attended was well organised and the food and drink was excellent. We used the swimming pool ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Store
All great
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
easyhotel Oxford
The building is clean inside and out. The staff are very kind and the are rooms provide ample space. The price$ is right,the place is right and everything around it is alright. Several eateries Within walking distance, furthermore; the main bus line is directly out front.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cowley
Lye Valley
While Lye Valley isn't home to many top sights, Headington Shark and Temple Cowley Pools are some notable places to visit nearby.
Wood Farm
When in Wood Farm, you can plan a visit to Headington Shark and Iffley Road Track, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rose Hill
Rose Hill might not have many top sights, but Temple Cowley Pools and Kassam Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Littlemore
Littlemore is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Kassam Stadium and Ozone Leisure Centre while in the area.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.
Iffley
If you're spending some time in Iffley, Thames Path and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.
