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.
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.
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.
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 Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone
Oxford: Evening Sightseeing River Cruise with a Cocktail
Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's England, Oxford & Cotswolds Tour from London
Top hotels in Headington
Mount Pleasant Hotel
"Simple single room for an overnight stay. Just what I needed. Good value"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Red Mullions Guest House
"Check in was smooth and the room was well-stocked and clean. Well connected location within Oxford. I would happily stay again."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Oxford Guest House
"My room was bright and clean. Very nice mattress, comfortable bed. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Conifers Guest House
"The room was cleane and the breakfast amazing"
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Mollie's Oxford
"We like Mollie's; its the second time we have stayed here. The rooms are comfortable and pleasing to the eye. MCM is the vibe here. There is tea and coffee in the lobby and they have Dyson hair dryers (the best). You need a car to see the local sites but you can leave the car to the Pear Tree Park ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
"Location and property amenities are great, would love to stay again in this property Breakfast is less variety for vegetarians, could be improved but overall fantastic experience Thank you"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Headington
Wood Farm
When in Wood Farm, you can plan a visit to Shotover Country Park and Iffley Road Track, 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, University & Pitt Rivers Museums and Iffley Road Track 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 Shotover Country Park and Temple Cowley Pools.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.
