Oxford City Centre Travel Guide

Oxford

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A historic building with classical architecture, a green dome, and a statue on top.
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Stay near popular Oxford City Centre attractions

A historic building with a clock tower and a well-maintained lawn.

University of Oxford

9.4/10 (1,690 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Oxford during your travels in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
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Things to do

Morse, Lewis and Endeavour Walking Tour of Oxford

Morse, Lewis and Endeavour Walking Tour of Oxford

Rp616.433
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Morse, Lewis and Endeavour Walking Tour of Oxford
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with College entry

Rp652.361
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with College entry
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford

'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford

Rp223.108
per adult
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford
Picture 1 for Activity Oxford: Sightseeing River Cruise with Afternoon Tea

Oxford: Sightseeing River Cruise with Afternoon Tea

Rp1.376.390
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Oxford: Sightseeing River Cruise with Afternoon Tea
Blenheim Palace Day Trip from London with Admission

Blenheim Palace Day Trip from London with Admission

Rp1.391.815
per adult
Blenheim Palace Day Trip from London with Admission
Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket

Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket

Rp735.657
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in Oxford City Centre

The Store

The Store

5 out of 5
1-5 Broad Street, Oxford, UK Oxford England
The price is Rp5.057.201 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp5.057.201
Rp6.068.783 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions New Theatre Oxford and Covered Market are located ...
The Store
Malmaison Oxford

Malmaison Oxford

4 out of 5
3 Oxford Castle Oxford England
The price is Rp3.131.713 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp3.131.713
Rp3.758.055 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Malmaison Oxford
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre

Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre

4 out of 5
15 Paradise Street Oxford England
The price is Rp3.014.769 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
Rp3.014.769
Rp3.617.723 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel

Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel

4 out of 5
73 High Street Oxford England
The price is Rp2.854.219 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
Rp2.854.219
Rp3.425.063 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"As other reviews have said the lack of air conditioner in the rooms is a problem. Our main issue though was at 6am every day a very loud sound from (ironically) the air conditioning unit for the kitchen burst into life right outside our window and woke us up both nights. It's a nice hotel, well located ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
Vanbrugh House Hotel

Vanbrugh House Hotel

4 out of 5
20-24 St Michaels Street Oxford England
The price is Rp2.651.253 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp2.651.253
Rp3.181.504 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"I am disappointed on how the hotel was represented on Expedia. Being a longtime real estate broker, the photos were very much doctored and don’t represent the current condition of the property. There has been 2 years of active construction on the connected building which began weekday at 7am."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Vanbrugh House Hotel
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

5 out of 5
Beaumont Street Oxford England
The price is Rp4.228.803 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
Rp4.228.803
Rp5.074.563 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
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Where to stay in Oxford City Centre

Find the best Oxford City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with intricate architecture, a large lawn, and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Christine Gabrielle Lasa
Open Photo by Christine Gabrielle Lasa

East Oxford

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

A large whale sculpture on a building roof.
Photo by Georgia Johnson
Open Photo by Georgia Johnson

Headington

Travellers enjoy Headington for its bars and live music. Consider checking out Headington Shark while you're in the area.

A historic building with a tall tower and arched windows.
Photo by Mike Molloy
Open Photo by Mike Molloy

North Oxford

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

A river winding through a town surrounded by green fields and trees.

South Oxford

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

A historic cityscape with prominent Gothic architecture, including a cathedral with spires and a large dome.

Cowley

While visiting Cowley, you might make a stop by sights like Southfield Golf Club and Shotover Country Park.

Oxford City Centre Travel Guide