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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket
Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
Blenheim Palace Day Trip from London with Admission
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
"Friendly staff. Cheap and cheerful. Ideal for work stays."
Reviewed on 28 May 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
Conifers Guest House
"Given the location, I thought that the price was a little high, but the accommodation was clean and comfortable, and the staff were friendly and helpful. I would stay here again, if I were visiting the area."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Oxford Guest House
"My room was bright and clean. Very nice mattress, comfortable bed. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
"Stayed here for two nights. The room was clean and spacious. Good facilities in room but it was incredibly hot during our visit so a fridge in room would have improved our stay as no air conditioning but not many days in England you would need it. Breakfast was lovely, small but everything you could ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
easyhotel Oxford
"It was great and clean rooms. They helped with refund for 6 nights where we couldn't continue our stay."
Reviewed on 2 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 Thames River.
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.
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.
