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
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.
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
Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford
Oxford: Evening Sightseeing River Cruise with a Cocktail
Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone
Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford
Top hotels in Headington
Mount Pleasant Hotel
The room is very basic but I have no complaints I had a good nights sleep, there was no noise at all. Staff is very friendly and hotel is in a great location.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Red Mullions Guest House
Amazing experience.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Oxford Guest House
Convenient parking with nearby bus service into the city. Room was very clean with helpful staff. There was a good choice on the breakfast menu.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Good hotel, definitely need a car. Rooms are nice, ours was a little warm, unsure if air-conditioning was available. We were very fortunate and had a free upgrade - big room, clean, good bathroom also clean. Bar and restaurant are both nice - food at both is very good - although drinks prices are ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
Excellent value for very large 3 person room. Ive stayed before and always find this place a bit strange. Evening food options are limited. Reception staff could do with being more welcoming.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection
We went to Oxford for a weekend and stayed at Linton lodge. We were very happy with our stay and the breakfast was great. A lovely 15min walk into the city centre with beautiful scenery. The room was slightly dusty and in need of a bit of paint :)
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Headington
Wood Farm
When in Wood Farm, you can plan a visit to Iffley Road Track and Temple Cowley Pools, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Northway
While Northway isn't home to many top sights, Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Bridge of Sighs are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lye Valley
While Lye Valley isn't home to many top sights, Temple Cowley Pools and University & Pitt Rivers Museums are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Cowley
While visiting Cowley, you might make a stop by sights like Temple Cowley Pools and Southfield Golf Club.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.
