South Oxford Travel Guide
Oxford
Visit South Oxford
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford
Blenheim Palace Day Trip from London with Admission
The Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace Tour
Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket
Top hotels in South Oxford
Ethos Hotel – Oxford City
"Decent location - ~10 minutes walk from Oxford City Center. Friendly staff. Good breakfast, including hot choices. Rooms tight for more than 2 people."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
voco Oxford Spires by IHG
"I would like to mention one person particularly Barbara in the reception was very helpful"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sportsview Guest House
"Overall is good but have noise of windy."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Your Oxford Stay
"For the cheap price, no issues"
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Lakeside Oxford Hotel
"The management was extremely helpful, going above and beyond to make my stay wonderful. The hotel’s location was perfect for me, both for work and for tourist attractions. I’ll come back here anytime I return to Oxford."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Mollie's Oxford
"We like Mollie's; its the second time we have stayed here. The rooms are comfortable and pleasing to the eye. MCM is the vibe here. There is tea and coffee in the lobby and they have Dyson hair dryers (the best). You need a car to see the local sites but you can leave the car to the Pear Tree Park ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Oxford
Oxford City Centre
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.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.
Iffley
If you're spending some time in Iffley, Thames Path and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.
West Oxford
If you're spending some time in West Oxford, Thames Path and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.
Jericho
Jericho might not have many top sights, but Port Meadow and Oxford Playhouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Rose Hill
Rose Hill might not have many top sights, but Kassam Stadium and Iffley Road Track are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
