Headington Travel Guide

Oxford

Pastel Houses, Oxford, UK
Pastel Houses, Oxford, UK
Guy constructs a shark into his roof. Becomes tourist attraction
Random find in Oxford, it's not historic but it's fun to go and look at, not sure I would want that sticking out of my roof
Shark !

Popular places to visit

The Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, part of The University of Oxford in United Kingdom

John Radcliffe Hospital

4.5/5(29 reviews)

If John Radcliffe Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford.

John Radcliffe Hospital
Guy constructs a shark into his roof. Becomes tourist attraction

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.

Headington Shark

Oxford Brookes University

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Oxford Brookes University during your travels in Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Oxford Brookes University

Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford

5/5(1 review)

If Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford.

Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford

Churchill Hospital

4.5/5(7 reviews)

If Churchill Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford.

Churchill Hospital

Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre

5/5(1 review)

If Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford.

Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre

Things to do

Luggage Storage in Oxford

Luggage Storage in Oxford

฿305
per adult
Luggage Storage in Oxford
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford

'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford

฿372
per adult
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford
Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone

Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone

฿256
per adult
Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone
Oxford: MINI Factory Tour – Go Behind the Scenes

Oxford: MINI Factory Tour – Go Behind the Scenes

฿1,549
per adult
Oxford: MINI Factory Tour – Go Behind the Scenes
Cotswolds Villages Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Oxford

Cotswolds Villages Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Oxford

฿3,558
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cotswolds Villages Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Oxford
Oxford Walking Tour - Discover its University and Traditions

Oxford Walking Tour - Discover its University and Traditions

฿418
per adult
Oxford Walking Tour - Discover its University and Traditions
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Top hotels in Headington

Red Mullions Guest House

Red Mullions Guest House

4 out of 5
23 London Road Oxford England
The price is ฿3,189 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,189
฿3,826 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Headington Shark and Cowley Road are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (315 reviews)
Could have done with shelving for toiletries

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Red Mullions Guest House
Mount Pleasant Hotel

Mount Pleasant Hotel

3 out of 5
76 London Rd Oxford England
The price is ฿1,866 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
฿1,866
฿2,240 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (191 reviews)
Good hotel easy to get to and from if need to stay local to jr owner is so friendly

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Mount Pleasant Hotel
Oxford Guest House

Oxford Guest House

4 out of 5
228 London Road, Headington Oxford England
The price is ฿2,552 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿2,552
฿3,063 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (186 reviews)
Very good accommodation. Did not take any meals but the room was very good.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Oxford Guest House
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa

Cotswolds Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Southcombe Chipping Norton England
The price is ฿1,821 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿1,821
฿2,185 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Chipping Norton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,035 reviews)
Beautiful room with a view of the golf course! All the staff were so friendly.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection

3 out of 5
11-13 Linton Road Oxford England
The price is ฿3,148 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿3,148
฿3,777 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (872 reviews)
Great for short stay, great staff and super clean

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa

Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Milton Common Thame England
The price is ฿2,730 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
฿2,730
฿3,276 total
10 Apr - 11 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Thame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
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

Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Headington

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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.

Wood Farm
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Northway

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

Northway
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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.

Lye Valley
Madgalen College stands next to the River Cherwell in Oxford. Its large, square tower is an Oxford landmark. It is a tradition, dating to the days of Henry VII, that the college choir sings from the top of the tower at 6 am on the 1st of May.

New Marston

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

New Marston
UK, England, Oxfordshire, Oxford, City skyline from South Park

Cowley

While visiting Cowley, you might make a stop by sights like Temple Cowley Pools and Southfield Golf Club.

Cowley
Christchurch college on a lovely Saturday afternoon

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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