Top 20 Things To Do in Oxford for 2026

Scriptum Fine Stationery

Rating: 4.7 ★ (190 ratings)

The scent of fine leather and the sound of Italian opera often greet you upon entering Scriptum, nestled on historic Turl Street, a lane that itself dates back over 600 …

Hertford College

Rating: 4.7 ★ (95 ratings)

Hertford College's most instantly recognisable feature, its "Bridge of Sighs," gracefully arches over New College Lane, connecting the old and new quadrangles of this historic Oxford institution. Though officially named …

The Tap Social Movement

Rating: 4.8 ★ (380 ratings)

Award-winning craft beers and a powerful social mission combine at The Tap Social Movement's original brewery and taproom in the Curtis Industrial Estate. This vibrant community hub not only serves …

Ja, Ha Comedy - Stand Up In Spanish

Rating: 4.9 ★ (59 ratings)

Laughter in your own language is a special kind of joy, and "Ja, Ha Comedy - Stand Up In Spanish" delivers just that at 37-38 Little Clarendon Street. This is …

MINOX Boutique

Rating: 3.9 ★ (19 ratings)

Nestled at 14-15 Saint Ebbe's Street in central Oxford, MINOX Boutique presents a carefully chosen array of high-end and contemporary fashion for both men and women. Since its founding in …

Tao Beauty Salon Ltd

Rating: 4.3 ★ (95 ratings)

Nestled on the first floor at 99 Saint Aldate's, within a beautiful old Georgian building, Tao Beauty Salon has been a haven for beauty in central Oxford since 1968. As …

Toby's Liquid Pleasures

Rating: 4.5 ★ (54 ratings)

55 Little Clarendon Street welcomes you to Toby's Liquid Pleasures, a favoured spot for those in the know in Oxford's vibrant Jericho district. This bar and café distinguishes itself with …

Holy Trinity Church Headington Quarry

Rating: 4.7 ★ (65 ratings)

A simple headstone in the churchyard of Holy Trinity Church in Headington Quarry marks the final resting place of C.S. Lewis and his brother, Warren. "Men must endure their going …

Holywell Music Room

Rating: 4.7 ★ (166 ratings)

Opened in 1748, the Holywell Music Room holds the distinction of being the oldest custom-built concert hall in Europe. Designed by Thomas Camplin, Vice-Principal of St Edmund Hall, its construction …

LocalBini - Your Platform to Experience Oxford through the Eyes of Locals

Rating: 4.9 ★ (305 ratings)

Your Oxford adventure with a truly personal touch begins outside the Oxford tourist information centre at 15 Broad Street, where guides await by their distinctive red sign, ready to introduce …

Sunnyhill Vineyard

Rating: 4.8 ★ (45 ratings)

Just 3.5 miles from Oxford's city centre, Sunnyhill Vineyard in Horspath offers a delightful escape to a family-run, organic winery. Established a decade ago by Louise and Ilir Kebej, this …

Sandy’s Piano Bar

Rating: 4.5 ★ (970 ratings)

Original cocktails and live music seven days a week define the classy, underground speakeasy experience at Sandy's Piano Bar, located at 4 King Edward Street. This beautiful live piano venue …

Vox City - Oxford

Rating: 5.0 ★ (3 ratings)

Your journey into the heart of academia and history begins at the Visitor Information Point on High Street, the starting nudge for your Vox City experience in Oxford. This isn't …

The City Arms

Rating: 4.4 ★ (1322 ratings)

A prized spot on the lively Cowley Road, The City Arms offers a classic pub experience with a modern twist, making it a popular haunt for locals, students, and visitors …

Bodleian Library

Rating: 4.6 ★ (888 ratings)

The UK's second largest library, established in 1602 and containing over 11 million works.

Plush Oxford

Rating: 4.0 ★ (408 ratings)

Frewin Court is home to Plush Oxford, an energetic LGBTQ+ bar and club famed for its incredible nights out and awesome atmosphere. With state-of-the-art sound and lighting, two bars including …

Oxford Yarn Store

Rating: 4.9 ★ (157 ratings)

Nestled on North Parade Avenue, Oxford Yarn Store has been a vibrant hub for Oxford's knitting and crochet community for over a decade. This independent shop is an explosion of …

St. Michael At The North Gate

Rating: 4.6 ★ (191 ratings)

Dating from around 1040, the mighty Saxon tower of St. Michael at the North Gate proudly stands as Oxford's oldest building, a sentinel on what was once the northern entrance …

The Woolhound

Rating: 4.7 ★ (37 ratings)

Nestled within Oxford's historic Covered Market since 2021, The Woolhound offers a haven for knitting and crochet enthusiasts of all abilities. This charming shop at 31 Covered Market is passionate …

UKCF Academy

Rating: 4.6 ★ (26 ratings)

Oxford's first indoor parkour park, UKCF Academy, can be found at The Oxford Academy on Sandy Lane West, offering a unique destination for energetic visitors. Improve your jumps and vaults …

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