Oxford Things to Do

Dating from about 1040, this is Oxford's oldest building. It is situated in the middle of the shopping area and is passed every day by thousands of people who scarcely give it a glance. Built during the late Saxon period, the t... more

Running from east to west in Central Oxford, Little Clarendon Street offers a wide variety of shops and cafes. The area is trendy and bohemian, with such stores as Posh Frocks clothing, Uncle Sam's Vintage American Clothing, an... more

For those who enjoy the beauty and craftsmanship of early scientific instruments, this museum is full of delights. The building was opened in 1683 as the original Ashmolean Museum. It now houses the renowned Lewis Evans collect... more

Spanning about 170 feet, Donnington Bridge is the place from where the college rowing competitions begin. Having hosted several such races, this bridge that is built over the river Thames has become famous among the college-goi... more

Known by locals as "The Broad," Broad Street is famous for its landmark locations and the historic events which occurred there. Visitors should expect an educational walk as they pass the area where Protestant Oxford martyrs H... more

Raoul's Bar is an old favorite on Walton Street. It sells the strongest and tastiest cocktails you could want, at very good prices. The music is loud, but once you're cozily ensconced in a nook, you won't mind the lively, busy... more

Although part of a chain, Pierre Victoire does manage to convey the sense of being a truly authentic French restaurant—it is even managed by a French lady! Wooden tables and rickety wooden stairs dominate the restaurant's close... more

The bar at the Beat Cafe is decorated with big black and white photos and seems to have a constant techno soundtrack on the go. However, don't let that make you think it's an uncomfortable or overly trendy kind of bar. On the c... more

Christ Church Picture Gallery is no ordinary college picture gallery. The collection began in the 18th century as the result of a gift of hundreds of paintings and nearly 2000 drawings from General John Guise, a former student... more

Carfax is where the four principal roads of Oxford meet. This 13th-century tower is all that now remains of the former town church of Oxford: St Martin's. The church became unsafe and was demolished in 1820, and then rebuilt an... more