Kennington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo "Kennington" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Kennington" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Kennington" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Kennington" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

Oxfordshire featuring outdoor eating and a park

University of Oxford

4.5/5(35 reviews)

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 architecture, heritage elements and interior views

Christ Church College

4/5(23 reviews)

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 showing heritage elements and a castle

Oxford Castle

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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 showing heritage elements and heritage architecture

Bodleian Library

5/5(2 reviews)

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

4.5/5(11 reviews)

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 featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

Ashmolean Museum

4.5/5(17 reviews)

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

Ashmolean Museum

Activities

Warwick Castle, Shakespeares England & Oxford with Admission

Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's England, Oxford & Cotswolds Tour from London

AU$165
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's England, Oxford & Cotswolds Tour from London
Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford

Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford

AU$177
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford
Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour

Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour

AU$240
per adult
Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour
Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath

Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath

AU$131
per adult
Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath
Oxford Castle and Prison: Guided Tour

Oxford Castle and Prison: Guided Tour

AU$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Oxford Castle and Prison: Guided Tour
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

AU$52
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry
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Our pick of the best Kennington Hotel Deals

Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
4 out of 5
73 High Street, Oxford, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$303 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$303
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Good city centre hotel
"Great city centre hotel. No parking but park & ride is quick and convenient."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2025

Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
Milton Common, Nr, Thame, England
The price is AU$152 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$152
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Thame. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (990 reviews)
Anniversary
"The foreign receptionist went above and beyond to help with our luggage, as my wife has mobility issues and it was too much for him and he was not feeling well. We stayed in our bedroom because my husband became quite ill ie gastric flu. We made the best of a not so pleasant time on our 34th wedding ..."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
Southcombe, Chipping Norton, England
The price is AU$130 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Chipping Norton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Fabulous accommodation
"Picked by chance and absolutely amazed at how perfect both the location and accommodation was. Looking to book again for longer. Family of 4 and plenty big enough. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2025

Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection
3 out of 5
11-13 Linton Road, Oxford, England
The price is AU$186 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$186
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (732 reviews)
"Good location, clean, no fuss hotel. If you need something affordable and not cringy, thats your place"

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2025

Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
4 out of 5
Godstow Road, Wolvercote Roundabout, Oxford, England
The price is AU$187 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,147 reviews)
"car park and easy access to oxford center"

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
5 out of 5
Beaumont Street, Oxford, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$515 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$515
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (610 reviews)
"Close to shopping, dining, and train."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2025

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Kennington

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Sandford-on-Thames

Sandford-on-Thames is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Thames Path and Thames River while you're in town.

Sandford-on-Thames
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Rose Hill

Rose Hill might not have many top sights, but Temple Cowley Pools and Kassam Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rose Hill
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Littlemore

Visitors highly recommend Littlemore for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Kassam Stadium while you're in town.

Littlemore
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Iffley

If you're spending some time in Iffley, Thames Path and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.

Iffley
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South Oxford

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

South Oxford
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East Oxford

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

East Oxford

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