Abingdon Things to Do

Situated right next to the coach station, in the heart of the city, the Tourist Information Centre provides a wealth of information on attractions, theatres, concerts and other local events and entertainment. Walking tours of t... more

Beneath Modern Art Oxford is a cafe that will help you digest the art you've just seen while soaking up the cool, sophisticated atmosphere. Located in a cellar, the cafe has none of the feel of a bunker. Clever lighting, light... more

The James Street Tavern is a fun little venue tucked away off Cowley Road. With its beautiful bay windows and flowering pots, it's a delight to behold from the outside. Once inside, you're confronted with an old-style pub where... more

The Isis River flows through the city of Oxford and has hosted several boating competitions, with Torpids being the most popular. This river also flows through London where it is known as the Thames. Since this river has hosted... more

This is a truly luxurious cafe: the decor is spectacular, the coffee and food are exquisite, and the cost is inordinate. This is definitely a place to come for a treat or just to fritter some money away. The Grand is a gilded,... more

Tucked away in a side alley just off the High Street, Ma Belle's is well worth visiting either for a quality meal or a cocktail, accompanied by live jazz on a Wednesday evening. The arty decor—black and white photos of ladies p... more

The White Horse, located close to The King's Arms, is a very small and rickety pub on Broad Street. It is quite simply the coziest pub in Oxford and has a smoky, beery ambience not to be found anywhere else. With a wide and unu... more

The Coven II is hidden at the edge of central Oxford near the ice rink. Although it looks quite grim and tiny from the outside, once you get inside, Coven turns out to be surprisingly spacious. Just outside the bar is a small d... more

Open early enough for a morning coffee and late enough for cocktails and wines, this restaurant has more than just food on offer. A bar in the middle of the room illustrates why, for many people, this is predominantly a drinkin... more

Café Something is not just a place to meet for coffee, it also boasts one of the best ranges of sandwiches and lunch snacks in town. Painted in Mediterranean blues and yellows, Cafe Something has a warm feel, and the atmosphere... more