Headington Travel Guide
Oxford
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Popular places to visit
Headington Shark
Learn about the local history of Oxford with a stop at Headington Shark. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
University of Oxford
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Oxford, a top university in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
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.
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.
Oxford Castle
Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.
Ashmolean Museum
The world’s oldest public museum is home to a fascinating collection of global curios and priceless works of art.
Things to do
Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford
Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
Blenheim Palace Day Trip from London with Admission
Oxford: MINI Factory Tour – Go Behind the Scenes
Top hotels in Headington
Mount Pleasant Hotel
"Bathroom outdated, bed was uncomfortable."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Conifers Guest House
"It was clean and staff helpful"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Red Mullions Guest House
"Really nice property, great location and friendly helpful staff. The only negative was the shower- the water pressure was so poor and in fact mid shower the water stopped completely 4 times before starting again after 10 or so seconds."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Oxford Guest House
"Perfect stay for 1 night - excellent public transport links. Great to have parking at the property. Good variety for breakfast - thank you 👍"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
"Good stay, good breakfast, lots of parking"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
"Lovely infused water and free fruit on the ground floor."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Headington
Oxford City Centre
Museums, historical sites and theatres are some highlights of Oxford City Centre. Make a stop by Covered Market or New Theatre Oxford while you're exploring.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and River Thames.
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.
South Oxford
While visiting South Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Path and River Thames.
Jericho
Jericho might not have many top sights, but Oxford Playhouse and Ashmolean Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
