Top 20 Things To Do in Oxford for 2026

Queen's College

Rating: 4.6 ★ (89 ratings)

Founded in 1341 by Robert de Eglesfield, chaplain to Queen Philippa of Hainault, The Queen's College strikes a grand pose on Oxford's High Street. Its largely Neoclassical architecture, a distinguishing …

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 …

House Of Wonders Store

Rating: 3.9 ★ (66 ratings)

Warwick House, a distinguished address at 25 Buckingham Palace Road, offers an intriguing destination for those with a taste for the unique: the House Of Wonders Store. Nestled within the …

Bury Knowle Park

Rating: 4.6 ★ (1310 ratings)

Bury Knowle Park, a picturesque seven-hectare expanse in Headington, has welcomed the public since its opening on April 2, 1932. The historic Bury Knowle House, now home to Headington Library, …

Oxford Walking Tours of Oxford

Rating: 4.3 ★ (309 ratings)

Your journey into the heart of academic history begins at Trinity College on Broad Street, a magnificent institution founded in 1555 on the grounds of the even older Durham College. …

Oxford Central Library

Rating: 4.4 ★ (157 ratings)

Nestled within The Westgate shopping centre at 228 Queen Street, Oxford Central Library offers a modern and accessible space for book lovers and information seekers alike. Beyond its extensive collection …

City Sightseeing Oxford

Rating: 4.3 ★ (160 ratings)

From the top deck of an iconic red open-top bus, you'll gain an unparalleled perspective of Oxford's honey-coloured buildings and famous landmarks. The main tour route, lasting approximately one hour, …

Pedal Power Tours

Rating: 4.8 ★ (132 ratings)

From 92 Vineyard in Abingdon, Pedal Power Cycles invites you to experience Oxfordshire's charm in a truly immersive way. This family-run, independent bike shop, now in its third generation of …

Oxford Outdoor Market

Rating: 4.4 ★ (3170 ratings)

Nestled in the historic heart of Oxford, Gloucester Green Outdoor Market offers a vibrant tapestry of sights, sounds, and smells. This bustling marketplace is a treasure trove for those seeking …

Motion Chauffeurs, Close Protection and Residential Security

Rating: 5.0 ★ (23 ratings)

Arrive in sophisticated style and complete peace of mind with Motion Chauffeurs, Close Protection, and Residential Security, based conveniently at 44 Langford Way in Witney. This esteemed company provides an …

Nuffield College

Rating: 4.4 ★ (30 ratings)

Located on New Road, Nuffield College was founded in 1937 through the generosity of Lord Nuffield, the industrialist and founder of Morris Motors. This graduate college, specialising in the social …

Oxford Camera

Rating: 4.7 ★ (681 ratings)

Funded by a £40,000 bequest from royal physician Dr John Radcliffe upon his death in 1714, the Radcliffe Camera's striking circular design is a masterpiece of architect James Gibbs, who …

The White Hart Wolvercote

Rating: 4.5 ★ (240 ratings)

Nestled on Godstow Road since the 17th century, The White Hart in Wolvercote stands as a Grade II listed building and a cherished community-run free house. It offers a joyful, …

Keble College

Rating: 4.6 ★ (144 ratings)

William Butterfield's distinctive, and once controversial, neo-gothic red-brick buildings greet you at Keble College, established in 1870 as a monument to John Keble, a leading figure in the Oxford Movement. …

Yindee Massage Oxford

Rating: 5.0 ★ (27 ratings)

Nestled on Church Cowley Road, Yindee Massage Oxford offers a sanctuary for those seeking authentic Thai massage therapies. Trained therapists adapt treatments to individual needs, focusing on areas requiring the …

Pegasus Theatre

Rating: 4.5 ★ (15 ratings)

Located on Magdalen Road, Pegasus Theatre has been a vibrant home for young people's creativity in the heart of East Oxford for over half a century. It’s not just a …

Books Sculpture By Diana Bell

Rating: 4.6 ★ (230 ratings)

A remarkable Books Sculpture by Diana Bell graces Blackwell's bookshop on Broad Street, a historic thoroughfare in the heart of Oxford. Bell, an award-winning landscape architect and artist, is known …

Ballroom Emporium

Rating: 4.6 ★ (186 ratings)

At 5-6 The Plain, you'll find the Ballroom Emporium, a long-established Oxford institution that has been providing elegant attire since 1984. This treasure trove is brimming with new prom and …

Brasenose College

Rating: 4.4 ★ (80 ratings)

The distinctive name of Brasenose College, founded in 1509, is believed to derive from a bronze or brass door knocker shaped like a nose. This very "brazen nose" can now …

Sanders of Oxford

Rating: 4.5 ★ (33 ratings)

Housed within a 16th-century building on Oxford's High Street, Salutation House, Sanders of Oxford presents a remarkable collection of antique maps and prints dating from the 15th to the 20th …

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