Summertown Travel Guide

Oxford

Popular places to visit

Oxfordshire featuring outdoor eating and a park

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.

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

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.

Christ Church College
Oxford Castle Unlocked which includes château or palace and heritage elements

Oxford Castle

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 featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

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.

Bodleian Library
Oxford University Museum of Natural History showing heritage elements

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.

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

Ashmolean Museum

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

Ashmolean Museum

Things to do

Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour

Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour

Rp2.564.031
per adult
Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour
Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath

Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath

Rp1.583.011
per adult
Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath
Oxford and Lacock Tour

Harry Potter Bodleian Library, Oxford and Lacock Tour

Rp2.987.654
per adult
Harry Potter Bodleian Library, Oxford and Lacock Tour
Oxford: University Walking Tour with Christ Church Visit

Oxford: University Walking Tour with Christ Church Visit

Rp1.783.451
per adult
Oxford: University Walking Tour with Christ Church Visit
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

Rp613.138
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry
Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide

Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide

Rp668.655
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide
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Top hotels in Summertown

easyhotel Oxford

easyhotel Oxford

3 out of 5
Gordon House, 280 Banbury Road, Oxford, England
The price is Rp826.563 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp826.563
Rp991.875 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (737 reviews)
"Good hotel for the price you pay! Extremely basic, you get a bed, a small bathroom, and that's it. There is no fridge or kettle, but the room was clean and comfortable. I opted for a room with a window, however the window could not be opened. The staff was nice and helpful at check in."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

easyhotel Oxford
Adams Guest House

Adams Guest House

3.5 out of 5
302 BANBURY ROAD, Oxford, England
The price is Rp1.865.265 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp1.865.265
Rp2.238.452 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly guesthouse in Oxford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (217 reviews)
Ideal stop for Oxford
"Stayed for two nights on a motorcycle trip. Adams guest house is very conveniently situated for Oxford city centre and easily accessible from the ring road. It is on a main road but was very quiet at night. There are plenty of shops and places to eat within a short walk. There is parking for two ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Adams Guest House
OYO Lina Guest House

OYO Lina Guest House

3 out of 5
308 Banbury Road, Oxford, England
The price is Rp1.641.801 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.641.801
Rp2.015.042 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Blenheim Palace and Port Meadow are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (123 reviews)
"Comfortable one night stay in the centre of Summertown. The only comment is the tap in the vanity sink needs repair or replacement. The shower cubicle is quite small but just right for my petite stature."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

OYO Lina Guest House
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa

Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Milton Common, Nr, Thame, England
The price is Rp1.817.690 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
Rp1.817.690
Rp2.181.228 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Thame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
Great little escape 😃
"Stayed at the hotel four times over the last few weeks due to some business trips in the area. The staff have been excellent and very friendly and welcoming, the rooms have been absolutely what I needed; big clean; comfy bed; and have an area to relax and know to work so really happy with the whole ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford

Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford

4 out of 5
Godstow Road, Wolvercote Roundabout, Oxford, England
The price is Rp1.430.590 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.430.590
Rp1.716.708 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,193 reviews)
"Always great to stay. Staff friendly and nothing is too much trouble."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
Ramada by Wyndham Oxford

Ramada by Wyndham Oxford

3 out of 5
Welcome Break Service Area, Oxford, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp837.251 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
Rp837.251
Rp1.004.701 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel is nice, located close to Motorway, easy transportation. Only problem unfortunately was horrible smell from sewage coming into the wing I paid for, I didn’t get the room I paid for instead moved to twin bed. The staff were nice, it was sorted before morning. Otherwise, it’s a good hotel… ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Oxford
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Other neighbourhoods around Summertown

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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.

North Oxford
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New Marston

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

New Marston
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Photo by Sarah Charlesworth (CC BY-SA)

Wolvercote

When in Wolvercote, you can plan a visit to St Margaret of Antioch, Binsey and Port Meadow, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Wolvercote
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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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Oxford City Centre

4.5/5(131 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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Photo by Bill Nicholls (CC BY-SA)

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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