South Oxford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

Oxfordshire featuring outdoor eating and a park

University of Oxford

4.5/5(35 reviews)

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

University of Oxford
Christ Church Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and interior views

Christ Church College

4/5(23 reviews)

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.

Christ Church College
Oxford Castle Unlocked showing heritage elements and a castle

Oxford Castle

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

Oxford Castle
Bodleian Library showing heritage elements and heritage architecture

Bodleian Library

5/5(2 reviews)

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

Bodleian Library
Oxford University Museum of Natural History showing heritage elements

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Gaze up at towering Oxfordshire dinosaur skeletons, see a colony of swifts in a tower and study the preserved model of the extinct dodo.

Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Ashmolean Museum featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

Ashmolean Museum

4.5/5(17 reviews)

The world’s oldest public museum is home to a fascinating collection of global curios and priceless works of art.

Ashmolean Museum

Activities

Warwick Castle, Shakespeares England & Oxford with Admission

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

AU$164
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's England, Oxford & Cotswolds Tour from London
Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford

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

AU$177
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

AU$57
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry
Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour

Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour

AU$236
per adult
Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour
Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath

Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath

AU$148
per adult
Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath
Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

AU$166
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church
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Our pick of the best South Oxford Hotel Deals

voco Oxford Spires by IHG

voco Oxford Spires by IHG

4 out of 5
Abingdon Road, Oxford, England
The price is AU$279 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$279
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice cozy hotel with excellent staff Very friendly, comfortable Good breakfast with"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

voco Oxford Spires by IHG
Ethos Hotel

Ethos Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Western Road, Oxford, England
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (707 reviews)
"Air conditioning was quiet and effective. There are significant somewhat narrow steps to navigate to get to second floor rooms. Nice breakfast and very helpful staff"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

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Ethos Hotel
Sportsview Guest House

Sportsview Guest House

3 out of 5
106-110 Abingdon Road, Oxford, England
The price is AU$214 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$214
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (453 reviews)
"We really only slept here 2 nights and so can't comment too much other than the room was clean and comfortable. The staff i only spoke to on the phone and via email as we arrived late and left super early both days, were incredibly helpful. I would definitely stay again, thank you for your help!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Sportsview Guest House
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford

Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford

4 out of 5
Godstow Road, Wolvercote Roundabout, Oxford, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$182 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$182
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,190 reviews)
"Beautiful"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa

Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Milton Common, Nr, Thame, England
The price is AU$183 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$183
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Thame. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
Ok stay
"The room had low ceilings, and the air con unit kept beeping all night. Breakfast buffet was ok but not great, 3 of the 5 hot drinks machines were out of order. Staff were great"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
easyhotel Oxford

easyhotel Oxford

3 out of 5
Gordon House, 280 Banbury Road, Oxford, England
The price is AU$102 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$102
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (715 reviews)
"We realise no tea & coffee plus chairs in rooms may cut costs but other comparable hotels provide them. It would of been nice to check in with a person rather than have 3 receptionists watch us use the automatic check in. Good air con & window size in room & clean bathroom."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

easyhotel Oxford
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Other neighbourhoods around South Oxford

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Oxford City Centre

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Museums, historical sites and theatres are some highlights of Oxford City Centre. Make a stop by Covered Market or New Theatre Oxford while you're exploring.

Oxford City Centre
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East Oxford

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

East Oxford
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West Oxford

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

West Oxford
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North Hinksey

While North Hinksey may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hinksey Heights Golf Course and Oxford Castle.

North Hinksey
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Iffley

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

Iffley
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Jericho

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

Jericho

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