Things to Do
A trip to Oxfordshire wouldn’t be complete without seeing these top 10 attractions. Start your sightseeing in Oxfordshire now with these popular spots!
Go shopping at Bicester Village
Shop ’til you drop at Bicester Village – a luxury shopping destination home to more than 160 world-famous brands, from Swarovski to Saint Laurent, offering year-round savings on the recommended retail price. It’s the ultimate shopping experience!
Explore the beautiful Blenheim Palace
Home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and his family and the birth place of Sir Winston Churchill, Blenheim Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting stunning Baroque architecture and over 2,000 acres of landscaped parkland to explore.
Learn about the world-renowned University of Oxford
The University of Oxford is made up of 38 independent colleges, including the magnificent Christ Church, and their historic buildings can be found all over the city. See famous University buildings such as the Radcliffe Camera and Sheldonian Theatre on an Oxford Official Walking Tour – the best way to see the city.
Visit the famous Ashmolean Museum
Visit the world’s oldest public museum, the Ashmolean Museum. Home to important collections of art and artefacts ranging from Egyptian mummies to contemporary art, there is something for everyone. Also don’t miss Oxford University’s gardens, libraries and museums.
Step back in time at Oxford Castle & Prison
Immerse yourself in 1,000 years of history at Oxford Castle & Prison. Step back in time with their costumed guided tours, descend into the atmospheric crypt of St George’s Chapel and climb St George’s Tower to enjoy 360° panoramic views of the city’s dreaming spires.
Explore Oxford's Waterways
No visit to Oxford is complete without visiting the city’s waterways – the mighty River Thames, which flows through to London, the River Cherwell and the historic Oxford Canal, now over 200 years old. There is so much to do on the river, from walks with incredible riverside views to punting at Cherwell Boathouse and boat cruises with Salter’s Steamers or Oxford River Cruises.
Book an Oxford Official Walking Tour
Explore Oxford on foot with a skilled and knowledgeable guide from Oxford Official Walking Tours. See famous filming locations used in Harry Potter, Inspector Morse, and the University’s most famous buildings: the Radcliffe Camera, Bridge of Sighs, Sheldonian Theatre, and the Bodleian Library.
Discover the historic Cogges Manor Farm
Discover traditional Cotswolds life at Cogges Manor Farm, a 17th Century farmstead with museum and café, featured as Yew Tree Farm in Downton Abbey. Explore over 17 acres of naturally beautiful grounds, the walled garden, picnic orchard, moated islands and river Windrush walk and meet their friendly animals!
Go shopping at Westgate Oxford
Make shopping inspirational, exciting and fun at Westgate Oxford shopping centre – the major retail and lifestyle destination in the centre of Oxford is home to prestigious global brands plus eclectic restaurants, a five-screen boutique cinema and sophisticated rooftop bars and dining.
Visit the stunning Broughton Castle
Owned by the same family since 1447, Broughton Castle is a moated and fortified medieval manor house near Banbury in North Oxfordshire. Built on an island surrounded by a three-acre moat, Broughton Castle’s exquisite architecture, beautiful gardens and brand new tearoom makes it well worth a visit.
