Top 20 Things To Do in Oxford for 2026

Carfax Tower

Rating: 4.4 ★ (2809 ratings)

The 23-metre high Carfax Tower stands as a prominent Oxford landmark at the historic junction of Queen Street, Cornmarket Street, High Street, and St Aldate's, a crossroads from which it …

Oxford SUP Club

Rating: 5.0 ★ (148 ratings)

Farmoor Reservoir, just a brief fifteen-minute journey from Oxford's city centre, is home to the Oxford SUP Club, a welcoming hub for stand-up paddleboarding enthusiasts of all levels. The club …

St Aldates Tavern

Rating: 4.2 ★ (1322 ratings)

A cornerstone of St Aldate's street, this traditional Victorian pub sits invitingly just a stone's throw from Carfax Tower and the High Street, placing it squarely in the heart of …

The Crafters Emporium Cic

Rating: 4.6 ★ (34 ratings)

Nestled at 41-42 Cornmarket Street, The Crafters Emporium Cic offers a vibrant showcase of creativity from over 100 local and Oxfordshire-based artisans. Here, you'll discover a diverse and ever-changing collection …

Talixo - Oxford

Rating: 4.2 ★ (328 ratings)

Arriving in Oxford or planning your excursions around this historic city can be effortlessly managed with a pre-booked ride from Talixo. This global online booking platform allows you to arrange …

Cycle Tours Oxford

Rating: 4.9 ★ (305 ratings)

Meet your guide by their distinctive red sign, conveniently located right outside the Oxford tourist information centre at 15 Broad Street, next to the Oxfam shop, to begin your cycling …

Brit Movie Tours

Rating: 4.7 ★ (667 ratings)

Follow in the actual pawsteps of Paddington Bear, starting at his namesake station, or trace the explosive Westminster locations from James Bond's many on-screen missions, including sites from *No Time …

Zombie Scavengers Hunts

Rating: 4.5 ★ (2 ratings)

Your quest for survival begins at The Folly, a unique riverside setting on Folly Bridge, where you'll launch your mission to outwit the undead. Using a smartphone app, your team …

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. …

Headington Shark

Rating: 4.4 ★ (541 ratings)

A 25-foot fibreglass shark, officially "Untitled 1986", pierces the roof of an otherwise ordinary-looking house at 2 New High Street, creating an startling and much-photographed spectacle in suburban Oxford. This …

Top To Toe Beauty

Rating: 5.0 ★ (12 ratings)

Nails receive a full transformation with gel and BIAB treatments, brows are expertly sculpted and enhanced through lamination, tinting, and waxing, and lashes can achieve a beautiful uplift with a …

Morse Lewis and Endeavour Tours from Brit Movie Tours

Rating: 4.7 ★ (667 ratings)

The cobbled lanes and historic college quads of Oxford, familiar to fans as the atmospheric backdrop for countless gripping cases, are ready for your investigation on the Morse Lewis and …

Christian Heritage Walk: The Oxford Walk

Rating: 5.0 ★ (5 ratings)

Saint Michael's Street in Oxford, itself a lane with a history stretching back to when it was known as Bocardo Lane and then New Inn Hall Street East, serves as …

Oxford Golf Centre

Rating: 4.2 ★ (47 ratings)

Nestled just one mile west of Oxford City Centre on Binsey Lane, easily accessible from the A34 and Oxford Ring Road, the Oxford Golf Centre presents a welcoming spot for …

MP Experiences

Rating: 5.0 ★ (1 rating)

The sports showroom at MP Experiences, located in C4 Station Yard, Thame, boasts an extensive collection of equipment catering to a multitude of activities. Whether you're a seasoned cricketer, a …

High Fly Trapeze

Rating: 5.0 ★ (64 ratings)

A full-sized outdoor flying trapeze rig awaits thrill-seekers in Florence Park, offering an adrenaline-fuelled experience for anyone aged seven and up. For two hours, friendly and experienced instructors will guide …

Ride with us

Rating: 4.1 ★ (568 ratings)

Frequent buses from the Water Eaton Park and Ride, found at OX2 8HA, offer a direct route into Oxford's historic city centre, allowing you to sidestep potential traffic delays and …

University College

Rating: 4.7 ★ (69 ratings)

With a history stretching back to 1249, University College, or "Univ" as it's informally known, proudly holds the distinction of being Oxford's oldest college. Founded by William of Durham, its …

Travel Curious Private Tours in Oxford

Rating: 4.8 ★ (668 ratings)

Your private exploration of Oxford begins at the historic Tourist Information Centre, 16 Broad Street, a fitting starting point to delve into a city steeped in nearly two millennia of …

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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