Although Oxford may be most notable for its prestigious University, this southern city has much more to offer. Promising museums, botanic gardens and independent food spots, visiting Oxford should definitely be added to your bucket list. Here’s what to see, what to know and where to go:
You can go on a quintessentially British pub tour
Populated by students, Oxford offers a three-hour pub crawl which will not only familiarise you with the city, but also acquaint you with the stories and myths attached to each pub. Let’s hope you can withstand three hours of non-stop drinking!
Pub Crawl Recommendations:
1. Turf Tavern
2. Kings Arms
3. The Crown
4. Four candles
5. Oxford Retreat
Must-Visit:
White Horse
Jericho Tavern
The White Rabbit
Tour the University of Oxford
Arguably one of the most well-respected education establishments in the world, the University of Oxford allows visitors to tour the colleges, admire the architecture and everything in between. The best part? The tour is led by Alumni guides so you don’t have to worry about getting lost. Ticket prices start from £19.99 per person, however, you can also partake in a GPS-led audio tour from £2.
On a budget? Go on the 2-HOUR FREE OXFORD WALKING TOUR.
Discover Harry Potter filming locations
If you’re a fan of the Harry Potter film franchise, you’ll fall in love with Oxford. Some of the most notable scenes in the films were shot around the city and you can even take a guided tour around Oxford to see how many places you recognise. Likewise, Downton Abbey also filmed in and around Oxford – watch out for those too.
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Oxford can be slightly pricey
In England, being in a southern city can often equate to paying more than you would up north. Although it isn’t as expensive as London, monthly rent can soar above £1000 if you’re looking for properties in Oxford’s city centre.
Visit Oxford’s Botanic Gardens
If you have green fingers, this might be the must-visit place for you. Oxford’s botanic gardens consist of 130 acres of land and are incredibly important scientifically - the gardens contain more than 6000 different types of plant.