Oxford City Centre Travel Guide
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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.
Oxford Castle
Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.
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.
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.
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Gaze up at towering Oxfordshire dinosaur skeletons, see a colony of swifts in a tower and study the preserved model of the extinct dodo.
Things to do
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford
Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone
Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's England, Oxford & Cotswolds Tour from London
Oxford: MINI Factory Tour – Go Behind the Scenes
Cotswolds Villages Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Oxford
Top hotels in Oxford City Centre
Malmaison Oxford
We had a fabulous stay. Fun and quirky but still luxurious. Staff were fantastic and the food excellent. Recommended
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Store
Poor breakfast selection and small portions Overbearing staff
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
Very clean rooms and bathrooms Very friendly and helpful staff Very nice breakfast with lots of options
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Vanbrugh House Hotel
Suites are incredible.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
Good location , nice hotel , friendly staff , good shower, complimentary water in water ,shower gel , shampoos , body lotion in bathroom , iron and ironing board in room , would recommend
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
Lovely vibe , great location, excellent staff .
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Oxford City Centre
Jericho
Jericho might not have many top sights, but Oxford Playhouse and Ashmolean Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South Oxford
While visiting South Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Path and Thames River.
West Oxford
If you're spending some time in West Oxford, Thames Path and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.
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.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.
Old Marston
While there might not be top attractions in Old Marston, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Bridge of Sighs.
