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Bodleian Library
Rating: 4.6 ★ (888 ratings)
The UK's second largest library, established in 1602 and containing over 11 million works.
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Oxford Castle & Prison
Rating: 4.4 ★ (6896 ratings)
Commissioned by William the Conqueror, Oxford Castle & Prison’s ancient stones chart a remarkable millennium-long journey from a formidable Norman stronghold and royal residence to a seat of justice and, …
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Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology
Rating: 4.7 ★ (10438 ratings)
Britain's first public museum, the Ashmolean, has stood on Beaumont Street since 1683, a cornerstone of Oxford's cultural landscape. Inside, an unparalleled journey through human creativity awaits, initiated by Elias …
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Oxford University Museum Of Natural History
Rating: 4.8 ★ (10761 ratings)
Follow the Megalosaurus footprints across the front lawn into a magnificent neo-Gothic building, where towering dinosaur skeletons dominate the central court beneath a stunning, recently restored glass roof supported by …
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Pitt Rivers Museum
Rating: 4.7 ★ (3103 ratings)
Accessed through the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, after passing by dinosaurs, the arched doorway of the Pitt Rivers Museum on South Parks Road leads to an astonishing collection …
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University of Oxford
Rating: 4.6 ★ (6667 ratings)
The Radcliffe Camera, a magnificent circular library, stands as a renowned symbol at the heart of the University of Oxford, a city where thirty-eight independent colleges, ancient libraries, and world-class …
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Christ Church
Rating: 4.5 ★ (1281 ratings)
King Henry VIII founded Christ Church in 1546, establishing a unique institution that impressively serves as both a renowned Oxford University college and the spiritual centre of Christ Church Cathedral, …
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University of Oxford Botanic Garden
Rating: 4.5 ★ (5278 ratings)
Britain's oldest botanic garden, founded in 1621 as a physic garden for medicinal research, awaits your discovery in the heart of Oxford. This remarkably compact 1.8-hectare (4.5-acre) sanctuary showcases over …
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Magdalen College
Rating: 4.6 ★ (428 ratings)
The iconic Great Tower of Magdalen College, famously pronounced 'Mawdlin', has dominated Oxford's High Street since its completion in the early 16th century and is the scene of the choir's …
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Christ Church Meadow
Rating: 4.6 ★ (3158 ratings)
A herd of pedigree Old English Longhorn cattle graze contentedly on the expansive college grasslands of Christ Church Meadow, a serene green haven in the heart of Oxford, owned by …
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Partyman World Of Play
Rating: 4.0 ★ (479 ratings)
Within the Ozone Leisure Park on Grenoble Road, Partyman World of Play presents a multi-level adventure for energetic youngsters. Children can explore themed play sections, dive into colourful ball ponds, …
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University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
Rating: 4.7 ★ (2600 ratings)
The distinctive Baroque porch of the University Church of St. Mary the Virgin, with its theatrical spiral columns designed by Nicholas Stone, offers an unforgettable entry point to a site …
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Radcliffe Camera
Rating: 4.7 ★ (681 ratings)
Dominating Radcliffe Square since its completion in 1749, the Radcliffe Camera stands as a magnificent testament to English Palladian architecture and a beloved Oxford landmark. Designed by the celebrated architect …
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Alice’s Shop
Rating: 4.3 ★ (1108 ratings)
A 15th-century building at 83 St Aldate's, directly opposite Christ Church College where the real Alice Liddell grew up, was once the sweetshop she frequented. This very establishment was immortalised …
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The Story Museum
Rating: 4.5 ★ (831 ratings)
At 42 Pembroke Street, you'll find The Story Museum, a most unusual destination in the heart of Oxford celebrating the power of narrative to enchant and educate. Prepare to journey …
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New College
Rating: 4.6 ★ (179 ratings)
Founded in 1379 by William of Wykeham, Bishop of Winchester, New College stands as one of Oxford's oldest and most architecturally significant institutions, despite its somewhat misleading name which arose …
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Fielden Whisky
Rating: 4.8 ★ (233 ratings)
Nestled in the Old Depot on Cheney Lane, Fielden Whisky offers a remarkable taste of England's agricultural heart. This isn't just any spirit; it's a testament to a deep connection …
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Port Meadow
Rating: 4.7 ★ (2460 ratings)
A vast expanse of ancient grazing land, Port Meadow has remarkably remained unploughed for around 4,000 years, its history stretching back to Bronze Age burials and Iron Age settlements. The …
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History of Science Museum
Rating: 4.4 ★ (2371 ratings)
Within the walls of the world's oldest surviving purpose-built museum, the Old Ashmolean building dating from 1683, an extraordinary collection of scientific thought and endeavour awaits. This historic Broad Street …
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Sheldonian Theatre
Rating: 4.7 ★ (1200 ratings)
Sir Christopher Wren's first major design, the Sheldonian Theatre, has been a dominant feature of Broad Street since its completion between 1664 and 1669. Financed by Gilbert Sheldon, who would …