Oxford City Centre Travel Guide
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University of Oxford
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Oxford during your travels in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

New Theatre Oxford
Enjoy a show at New Theatre Oxford, a theatre with a story to tell in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

Oxford Castle
Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.

Christ Church College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Christ Church College during your trip to Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Bodleian Library
Sign up for a tour to get a closer look at the priceless gems in one of the oldest libraries in the world.

Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Gaze up at towering Oxfordshire dinosaur skeletons, see a colony of swifts in a tower and study the preserved model of the extinct dodo.
Activities

Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford

Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's England, Oxford & Cotswolds Tour from London

Oxford: MINI Factory Tour – Go Behind the Scenes

Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College
Our pick of the best Oxford City Centre Hotel Deals

Malmaison Oxford
Great venue. Very cool being an ex prison but done up beautifully. Breakfast first class.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

The Store
This was definitely a step above the average city centre hotel. Friendly, helpful staff, clean, comfortable room, and great breakfast including a cooked option which was prepared individually. A nice touch to provide a quality bar of chocolate, and some drinks in the room.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

George Street Hotel
The hotel is purported to be of 5-star accommodation but in reality is only 2 star based on our experience and the room provided. So small room and basic, no facilities, poor advice on parking nearby. We booked for 3 nights but were so disappointed we left after 2 nights, despite having pre-paid. ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
Could not fault this hotel, so clean and welcoming. Was my husband’s 70th birthday, had card and wine delivered to room, such a lovely gesture, then at breakfast they bought an ice cream cake out and sang happy birthday. Amazing staff and hotel. Thank you
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
Everything was spotless and the breakfast worth it
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Vanbrugh House Hotel
Had a really enjoyable stay here. Lovely big twin room, No 12 , 1st floor Lewis Carrol. Staff exceptionally helpful 👍 Close to all amenities, shops, restaurants, historical buildings & transport. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oxford City Centre

Jericho
Jericho might not have many top sights, but Oxford Playhouse and Ashmolean Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

South Oxford
While visiting South Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Path and Thames River.

West Oxford
If you're spending some time in West Oxford, Thames Path and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.

New Marston
While New Marston isn't home to many top sights, Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Bridge of Sighs are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.

Old Marston
While there might not be top attractions in Old Marston, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Bridge of Sighs.
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