Summertown Travel Guide
Oxford
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Popular places to visit
University of Oxford
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Oxford, a top university 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.
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.
Oxford Castle
Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.
Ashmolean Museum
The world’s oldest public museum is home to a fascinating collection of global curios and priceless works of art.
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
Blenheim Palace Day Trip from London with Admission
Top hotels in Summertown
easyhotel Oxford
"Very convenient. Accessible to cafes, restaurants and convenient stores."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
The Galaxie
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
"I rented a suite for three people and there were no sheets for the sofa bed or towels. Very limited service for a 4-star hotel. A second room also lacked towels. The hotel is showing its age."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
"The facility overall is very very good. We were here for a wedding and stayed two nights. The rooms are spacious and the shower is fantastic. My only (minor) complaints would be the room was very very warm and that the bar is incredibly expensive. Would recommend 👌"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
"The room is clean and easy to park"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Mollie's Oxford
"Mollies is brilliant! Minimalist, chic, great coffee, Dyson appliances, Cowshed soap - fab. Have stayed loads of times and it is reliably superb."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Summertown
Oxford City Centre
Museums, historical sites and theatres are some highlights of Oxford City Centre. Make a stop by River Thames or Covered Market while you're exploring.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like River Thames and Iffley Road Track.
Headington
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Headington. You might want to make time for a stop at Exciting Game or Headington Shark.
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.
South Oxford
While visiting South Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like River Thames and Thames Path.
