Summertown 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.
Oxford Castle
Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.
John Radcliffe Hospital
If John Radcliffe Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford.
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.
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
'His Dark Materials’ Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Lyra’s Oxford
The Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace Tour
Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone
Top hotels in Summertown
easyhotel Oxford
All that you need and nothing you don’t. Staff were fantastic
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
The Galaxie
Parking was extra, but there was not adequate space
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
OYO Lina Guest House
So plus points: the staff here are very nice, you can park outside with some pavement mounting and the location is useful and accessible as on edge of Summertown. in the flip side, the windows don't fully shut (but we were at back so noise okay), the bed was a little small for a double and a little ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
Rooms were very clean and cosy, beautiful views and environment.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Just what we needed, walking distance into the city, clean and sensibly priced
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Malmaison Oxford
Great staff and they called when room was ready and stored our luggage for us. It was a visit for my daughter's 21st birthday and the location was brilliant as she is at the uni there. Lovely, clean and quirky room and very quiet too. Breakfast was also really nice and again, great staff.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Summertown
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.
Old Marston
While there might not be top attractions in Old Marston, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Bridge of Sighs.
Wolvercote
When in Wolvercote, you can plan a visit to Port Meadow and Oxford University Museum of Natural History, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Jericho
Jericho might not have many top sights, but Oxford Playhouse and Ashmolean Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
New Marston
While New Marston isn't home to many top sights, Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Bridge of Sighs are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
