Oxford City Centre Travel Guide

Oxford

A stone bridge with ornate details and arched windows, leading to a building with a stone facade.
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A historic building with classical architecture, a green dome, and a statue on top.
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A historic building with a pointed tower and arched windows.

Stay near popular Oxford City Centre attractions

A historic building with a clock tower and a well-maintained lawn.

University of Oxford

9.4/10 (1,690 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Oxford during your travels in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
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Things to do

Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with College entry

฿1,232
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with College entry
Luggage Storage in Oxford

Luggage Storage in Oxford

฿326
per adult
Luggage Storage in Oxford
Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket

Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket

฿1,216
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford

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

฿401
per adult
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford
Harry Potter Oxford Walking Tour with Hogwarts Film Site Visits

Harry Potter Oxford Walking Tour with Hogwarts Film Site Visits

฿1,074
per adult
Harry Potter Oxford Walking Tour with Hogwarts Film Site Visits
Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College

Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College

฿1,568
per adult
Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College
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Top hotels in Oxford City Centre

Malmaison Oxford

Malmaison Oxford

4 out of 5
3 Oxford Castle Oxford England
The price is ฿6,537 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿6,537
฿7,844 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Found out you had free parking if you had a blue badge. Unusual place to staff which we enjoyed and right in the center of town."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Malmaison Oxford
The Store

The Store

5 out of 5
1-5 Broad Street, Oxford, UK Oxford England
The price is ฿8,520 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿8,520
฿10,224 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions New Theatre Oxford and Covered Market are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (369 reviews)
"Fantastic stay!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

The Store
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre

Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre

4 out of 5
15 Paradise Street Oxford England
The price is ฿5,973 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿5,973
฿7,168 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (830 reviews)
"The team at the hotel were all really helpful and really looked after us, in every section of the hotel, I can’t fault them at all."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel

Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel

4 out of 5
73 High Street Oxford England
The price is ฿5,297 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿5,297
฿6,356 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
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Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

5 out of 5
Beaumont Street Oxford England
The price is ฿9,504 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿9,504
฿11,405 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (809 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
George Street Hotel

George Street Hotel

5 out of 5
15-19 George Street Oxford England
The price is ฿5,706 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿5,706
฿6,848 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
George Street Hotel
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Where to stay in Oxford City Centre

Find the best Oxford City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Oxford City Centre
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A historic building with a prominent tower and a well-manicured garden.
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Open Photo by David Bjorgen

East Oxford

While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and River Thames.

A large whale sculpture on a building roof.
Photo by Georgia Johnson
Open Photo by Georgia Johnson

Headington

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Headington. You might want to make time for a stop at Headington Shark or Exciting Game.

A historic building with intricate architecture, a large lawn, and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Christine Gabrielle Lasa
Open Photo by Christine Gabrielle Lasa

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.

A river winding through a town surrounded by green fields and trees.

South Oxford

While visiting South Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Path and River Thames.

A historic cityscape with prominent Gothic architecture, including a cathedral with spires and a large dome.

Cowley

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

Oxford City Centre Travel Guide