Top 20 Things To Do in Oxford for 2026

Mouth of the River

Rating: 4.2 ★ (3256 ratings)

Nineteen individually designed bedrooms await at The Head of the River, found at Folly Bridge overlooking the River Isis, as this stretch of the Thames is known. Originally a 19th-century …

Footprints Tours Oxford

Rating: 4.8 ★ (668 ratings)

Oxford's own university students and alumni lead you on an award-winning journey through the city's historic heart with Footprints Tours. These guides, drawing from their personal experiences, offer a genuine …

St Peter's College

Rating: 4.6 ★ (46 ratings)

Linton House, a distinctive Georgian rectory dating from 1797, serves as the main entrance and Porter's Lodge for St Peter's College on New Inn Hall Street. Originally constructed as offices …

St Catherine's College

Rating: 4.6 ★ (74 ratings)

A striking example of modernist architecture in historic Oxford, St Catherine's College, affectionately known as 'Catz', offers a unique visual contrast to the city's older institutions. Officially opened in 1962, …

Blackwell's Art and Poster Shop

Rating: 4.6 ★ (230 ratings)

At 27 Broad Street, Oxford, you'll find Blackwell's Art and Poster Shop, a specialist branch of the renowned Blackwell's, which first opened its doors on this historic street in 1879. …

Balliol College Chapel

Rating: 4.5 ★ (210 ratings)

The striking red and white bands of stone on Balliol College Chapel, designed by William Butterfield in 1857, make it an unmissable Broad Street landmark. This is the third chapel …

The Oxford Oratory Church of St Aloysius Gonzaga

Rating: 4.8 ★ (289 ratings)

The arresting French Gothic design of The Oxford Oratory Church of St Aloysius Gonzaga, located at 25 Woodstock Road, is the work of Joseph Hansom, also famed for the Hansom …

The Oxford Balloon Company

Rating: 4.0 ★ (98 ratings)

Gently lift off from the grounds of The Wild Pig in Stadhampton and witness the patchwork quilt of the Oxfordshire countryside unfold beneath you. As your hot air balloon gracefully …

Kellogg College

Rating: 4.5 ★ (42 ratings)

Nestled within a collection of elegant Victorian villas in the tranquil Norham Manor conservation area, Kellogg College offers a unique Oxford experience. Founded in 1990, it stands as the university's …

Victor Gauna

Rating: 4.2 ★ (2694 ratings)

Wisteria-laden ceilings and coastal-inspired interiors create an instantly memorable setting at Victors, nestled within the Westgate Shopping Centre. This vibrant Oxford destination balances Hamptons-style elegance with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, …

UK Tours & Activites

Rating: 4.9 ★ (305 ratings)

Your journey through Oxford's remarkable history begins right outside the Oxford Tourist Information Centre at 15 Broad Street, a thoroughfare known for its bookshops and as a de facto centre …

Trinity College

Rating: 4.4 ★ (200 ratings)

Founded in 1555 by Sir Thomas Pope on land previously occupied by Durham College, Trinity College's Broad Street entrance is distinguished by its iron palisade and striking blue gates, offering …

Wilderness Pioneers

Rating: 5.0 ★ (22 ratings)

Nestled at 11 Eaton in Abingdon, Wilderness Pioneers offers a genuine opportunity to learn practical bushcraft and survival skills. Their courses, designed for various abilities and ages, are all about …

Grandpont House

Rating: 4.9 ★ (30 ratings)

Sitting gracefully on stone arches over a serene water channel near Folly Bridge, Grandpont House dates back to 1785, originally constructed for Sir William Elias Taunton, the Town Clerk of …

The Oxford Retreat

Rating: 4.2 ★ (1130 ratings)

Perched on the river's edge, The Oxford Retreat is an early nineteenth-century pub where weeping willows soften the historic stone, conveniently located within an easy stroll of both the city's …

St. Hugh College

Rating: 4.5 ★ (79 ratings)

Founded in 1886 by Elizabeth Wordsworth, great-niece of the poet William Wordsworth, St. Hugh's College originally aimed to make an Oxford education accessible to women of modest means. Situated on …

Cherwell Boathouse

Rating: 4.5 ★ (1609 ratings)

Tucked away at the end of Bardwell Road since 1904, the Cherwell Boathouse offers an understated yet upscale European dining experience right on the river. With a creative, seasonal menu …

Fristline Cab Oxford

Rating: 4.3 ★ (3648 ratings)

Getting around Oxford and the surrounding areas is straightforward with 001 Taxis, whose city centre depot is conveniently situated at 108 New Inn Yard, Saint Aldate's, right near the Town …

Oxford New Theatre

Rating: 4.4 ★ (3922 ratings)

The New Theatre on George Street has been a cornerstone of Oxford's cultural life for a significant time, with a theatre existing on the site for almost 185 years. The …

Space Store Oxford

Rating: 4.6 ★ (25 ratings)

Genuine meteorites can be held in your hand at Space Store Oxford, nestled within the historic Covered Market. This unique shop is dedicated to making space accessible to everyone, offering …

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