Top Things to do in Oxfordshire
Top Hotels in Oxfordshire
- 1. George Street Hotel
- 2. The Holt Hotel
- 3. Malmaison Oxford Castle
- 4. voco Oxford Spires, an IHG Hotel
- 5. Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
- 6. The Randolph Hotel, by Graduate Hotels
- 7. voco Oxford Spires, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Jurys Inn Oxford
- 9. voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel
- 10. Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
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Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Oxfordshire, England
Discover the best top things to do in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom including Illyria Pottery, SPR-Expeditions Ltd, Marsh Lock, Radcliffe Camera, St. Michael at the Northgate, White Horse Hill, Tom Tower, Iffley Lock, High Street, Kingston Bagpuize House.
Restaurants in Oxfordshire
1. Illyria Pottery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
llyria Pottery is a truly local, independent pottery shop in Oxford's city centre. Ceramic artist, Katie Coston, creates each handmade, one-of-a-kind piece in her studio just below the shop. Looking for a souvenir from Oxford? Why not bring something back that was actually made in the city? Illyria offers a refreshing space to explore. Have a wander through and procure loveliness.
2. SPR-Expeditions Ltd
3. Marsh Lock
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By richardhZ6133XK - London, United Kingdom
On a lovely hot day what could be better than walking the Thames path up to Marsh lock to watch the boats pass through. The stunning scenery, beautiful houses along the river bank and not forgetting the beautiful nature all around.
4. Radcliffe Camera
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 461 reviews
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.
Reviewed By anywhereweroam - London, United Kingdom
One of Oxford’s most photographed landmarks, the Radcliffe Camera. The neo-classical 17th-century gem is part of the Bodleian Library and acts as an exquisite centrepiece to the golden-hued heart of Oxford. Come early in the morning for golden light and excellent photo opportunities.
5. St. Michael at the Northgate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 104 reviews
The Saxon tower of St. Michael in the Northgate is the oldest surviving stone building in Oxford, which formed part of the town's defenses in the eleventh century.
Reviewed By howards52
The church has a Saxon tower making It one of or possibly the oldest building in Oxford which you can climb and have a lovely all encompassing view of historic Oxford. There is a font where Shakespeare would have stood while his godson was baptised. In addition to this it is a very spiritual place and the Vicar and his team organise: interesting biblical discussions , classical music on Mondays from 1 till 2 , very widely stocked fair trade shop and thoughtful services.
6. White Horse Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 441 reviews
Dated to about 1400 BC, this mysterious figure is carved into a chalk hillside just below an Iron Age hill fort and can only be seen in its entirety by air.
Reviewed By roman_roader - Greater London, United Kingdom
A perfect day for a visit - sunny with a breeze to keep us cool. There is a charge to use the car park though it’s free if you’re a National Trust member. I would not advise picnicking in the field on the walk from the car park. There will be sheep ticks!
7. Tom Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By JeffTheChairman - Exeter, United Kingdom
It really is difficult to miss TOM Tower as it stands guard at the entrance of Christ Church college Surrounded by stunning architecture Tom Tower is the most stunning
8. Iffley Lock
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By jiveboy55 - Watford, United Kingdom
Lovely scenic venue, nicely laid out flower beds and a pub opposite. Add some good weather and you could not ask for more.
9. High Street
10. Kingston Bagpuize House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Seehanes
Having visited the gardens a few years ago when the famous February snowdrops were in full bloom, I finally made a return journey on one of approximately thirty afternoons during the year when the house is open to visitors (open days are listed on the official website). I'm so pleased that I did. Visitors are permitted to visit almost all of the rooms on the ground floor (in addition to the basement cafe), but not the bedrooms. Excellent printed guides are provided for self-guided tours of the house, and in addition a beautifully produced colour guide is on sale. In addition friendly and thoroughly informed local guides are present to provide a warm welcome and further information including anecdotes and unique insights. The current house was in existence in the 1660s, but was extensively remodelled in the early 1700s. Much earlier the manor was home to the de Bachpuise family, after which it passed to the de Kingston family. The house only came into the possession of the family of the present inhabitants (the Grants) in 1939, and therefore, while the period furnishings and portraits are impressive, the majority are not original to this house. There is no doubt, however, that to Virginia Grant the preservation of this house is a labour of love. Indeed Mrs Grant was actively engaging with visitors to her house, while her son Alexander was welcoming all visitors at the gate entrance. That the house featured as Lord Merton's home in two series of Downton Abbey is of interest to many visitors, although the house features far more prominently in the less well known 2012 film Tortoise in Love. You are encouraged to sit down, relax, and enjoy the house during your visit - a welcome contrast to the "National Trust treatment" of pine cones on chairs, since it makes a significant difference to be able to view a room from a seated position rather than in the typical upright tourist posture. The cafe is in the basement, in the original kitchen, although the outdoor seating area proved more popular on a sunny August day. The gardens are delightful, and beautifully maintained. Long may this house remain a family home - and paying visitors are essential to ensuring that it does.
