Things to do in Oxford, England: The Best Traveler Resources

The world-famous Bodleian Libraries is a must-see cultural destination in the heart of Oxford. It founded by Sir Thomas Bodley and officially opened in 1602. Since then the Bodleian libraries has grown to be the largest academic library system in the UK. In its reading rooms generations of famous scholars have studied through the ages, amongst them monarchs, Nobel Prize winners, British Prime Ministers and writers including Oscar Wilde, C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. At the site, you can explore historic spaces that you might recognise from popular films and TV series such as Harry Potter and A Discovery of Witches. We also offer free, inspiring exhibitions featuring the libraries’ rich collections, two unique gift shops and a lovely café.

This distinctive circular building is a beautiful piece of classical architecture and one of Oxford’s most iconic sights. It's named after the royal physician, John Radcliffe, who had left money in his will to purchase land, build a library, purchase books, and pay a full-time librarian. The camera (the word means simply ‘room’) was built 1737 – 1749 and designed by the leading architect James Gibbs.

The Weston Library offers free, inspiring exhibitions featuring the libraries’ rich collections, a unique gift shop and a lovely café set against the backdrop of the floating book stacks in its atrium, Blackwell Hall. Formerly known as the New Bodleian, the recently refurbished building is the home of the Bodleian Libraries special collections, it is also a busy working library that houses several reading rooms, a research centre, a conservation studio and much more.

Suspended service until further notice due to COVID-19. We are still contactable by Emails and Phone. The Oxford Visitor Information Centre down Broad Street should be your first stop when arriving in Oxford to plan your visit in the city and around Oxfordshire. The Team can assist you with: - booking your ticket on an Official Guided Walking Tour; advice on what to see and do and help with itinerary planning. We also offer: - maps and guides - discounted tickets to attractions in the area - left luggage service - a wide selection of gifts and souvenirs - tickets for local events - accommodation bookings. Opening Hours: June - August, Monday - Saturday 9.00 am - 5.30 pm Sunday 9.30 am - 4.30 pm September - May, Monday - Saturday 9.30 am - 5.00 pm Sunday 9.30 am - 4.30 pm NOTE: Opening times over Christmas and New Years might change.

This magnificent Victorian building continues to play a key role in the management, social and cultural life of residents and visitors but is also a versatile venue and home of the Museum of Oxford. With stunning architecture, Oxford Town Hall is the perfect venue for: civil and partnership ceremonies, wedding receptions and social events, meetings and conferences, corporate dinners and Christmas parties, exhibitions and fairs, orchestral and popular concerts. Located in the centre of Oxford this multi purpose venue is an ideal location to host your event or start your visit in Oxford. There are baby changing facilities and mums are welcome to breastfeed here.

Built in 1857, the Oxford Union Library was the Union's original debating chamber. It is a fine example of Victorian architecture and is richly decorated by members of the Pre-Raphaelite brotherhood, including a ceiling by William Morris, murals by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Edward Burne-Jones and more. There are around 46,000 books in the collection, ranging over a variety of topics, with the majority being available to borrow by members. Today the library remains at the heart of the Union and is well used (and well loved!) by current members. Individuals are welcome to visit during open hours, however groups of 5 or more must be booked in advance either via email or phone. Please also get in touch if you have an access queries.

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