Lye Valley Travel Guide
Oxford
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Popular places to visit
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.
John Radcliffe Hospital
If John Radcliffe Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Oxford Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Carfax Tower
Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford
Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's England, Oxford & Cotswolds Tour from London
Top hotels in Lye Valley
Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Room was tired with peeling wall paint. But the staff were lovely, good breakfast and relaxed environment.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Really friendly and great food, just the fire alarm evacuation at 12:45 am jaded my stay
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Malmaison Oxford
Staff were very friendly - nice check-in and we were given complimentary cocktails when I mentioned we were celebrating our wedding anniversary. Room amenities were good (comfy bed, good shower, and full suite of Sky channels). I really liked the renovated old prison vibe.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
easyhotel Oxford
parking was abit expensive, good location room was abit small
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Store
This is our 3rd stay at the Store in the past 7 months and won’t be our last. We love staying at this central, modern and well designed hotel. It has the right amount of luxury and the staff are wonderful, friendly and helpful. The rooms do vary but we have begun to become familiar with some of the ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Oxford
When we checked in, we paid for three days of parking at £5 per day. The reception said their printer wasn’t working so they couldn’t give us a receipt. Then when we went to register the car plate, we were told that we didn’t need to enter the registration number. However, now I have received a parking ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lye Valley
Wood Farm
When in Wood Farm, you can plan a visit to Oxford Greyhound Stadium and Iffley Road Track, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cowley
While visiting Cowley, you might make a stop by sights like Temple Cowley Pools and Southfield Golf Club.
Headington
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Headington. You might want to make time for a stop at Exciting Game or Headington Shark.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.
Rose Hill
Rose Hill might not have many top sights, but Kassam Stadium and Oxford Greyhound Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Northway
While Northway isn't home to many top sights, Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Bridge of Sighs are some notable places to visit nearby.
