South Oxford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Ross W
Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "South Oxford" 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
Stonehenge

Windsor, Stonehenge & Oxford Private Chauffeured Experience

AU$4,898
per traveller
Windsor, Stonehenge & Oxford Private Chauffeured Experience
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Our pick of the best South Oxford Hotel Deals

voco Oxford Spires by IHG
voco Oxford Spires by IHG
4 out of 5
Abingdon Road, Oxford, England
The price is AU$256 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$256
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Helpful friendly staff"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2025

voco Oxford Spires by IHG
Sportsview Guest House
Sportsview Guest House
3 out of 5
106-110 Abingdon Road, Oxford, England
The price is AU$198 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$198
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (426 reviews)
"Basic hotel but good value. A short walk into the centre, was not noisy at night. Shower had terrible water pressure, but beds comfortable and staff friendly."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2025

Sportsview Guest House
Ethos Hotel
Ethos Hotel
4 out of 5
59 Western Road, Oxford, England
The price is AU$373 per night from 2 May to 3 May
AU$373
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (688 reviews)
"Excellent location"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2025

Ethos Hotel
Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
4 out of 5
73 High Street, Oxford, England
The price is AU$320 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$320
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 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
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Other neighbourhoods around South Oxford

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Oxford City Centre

4.5/5(16 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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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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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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North Hinksey

While North Hinksey may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oxford Castle and Carfax Tower.

North Hinksey
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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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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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