2025 Oxfordshire Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)

Oxford — a place you will fall in love Attractions you must go: 1. Batsford Arboretum & Garden Centre 2. Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens 3. Broughton Castle 4. Blenheim Palace 5. Oxford Official Walking Tours 6. Bill Spectre’s Oxford Ghost Trail 7. Bodleian Library 8. Oxford Castle and Prison 9. Ashmolean Museum 10. Bicester Village 11. Bletchley Park Oxfordshire has many picturesque villages, centuries-old structures, sprawling lawns, nature and wildlife parks, and heritage sites galore. This is also the place of the most renowned university in the world. Walking in the street of the Oxfordshire, you can feel the relaxing and educational side of England.

#holidayitinerary Exploring some of the buildings at Oxford University felt like walking into the pages of a classic novel. The architecture is simply breathtaking, with grand stone facades, intricate carvings, and ivy creeping up ancient walls. I visited a few of the iconic colleges and was amazed at how each had its own unique atmosphere, from peaceful courtyards to bustling halls filled with students. The libraries were especially impressive, radiating an old world charm that makes you want to read for hours. Strolling between the buildings, I could almost hear the whispers of centuries of scholars who once walked the same paths. The blend of history, academia, and beauty in every corner made the experience unforgettable. Even if you are not a student, just being there inspires curiosity and a sense of wonder. Oxford truly proves that learning can happen just by soaking in the surroundings.

#northerneurope A place where honey-hued villages, grand estates, and ancient academic halls sit side by side. Oxfordshire offers more than just Oxford — it’s a blend of literary history, countryside grace, and timeless British charm. 📍 Location: Oxfordshire, South East England 🕰️ Best Season: April to October (for punting, garden walks, and village life) 🚗 Getting There: • 🚆 1 hr train from London Paddington or Marylebone to Oxford • 🚗 Easy access via M40, A40 • 🅿️ Oxford Park & Ride or village parking lots available 🌟 What to See & Do: • 🎓 Oxford City: • Explore colleges like Christ Church and Magdalen, Bodleian Library, and the Radcliffe Camera • 🚣 Punting on the River Cherwell: • Glide through the water past gardens and spires • 🏛️ Blenheim Palace (Woodstock): • UNESCO-listed, birthplace of Winston Churchill • 🌿 Countryside & Villages: • Discover villages like Burford, Bampton (filming site for Downton Abbey), and Minster Lovell • ☕ Market Towns: • Visit Chipping Norton or Thame for farmer’s markets, antique shops, and cozy cafés 🌟 Tips: • 📷 Best photo: Sunset over the Dreaming Spires from South Park or punts at Magdalen Bridge • 🎟️ Many Oxford colleges offer free or low-cost entry (especially off-season) • 🥪 Pack a picnic for riverside meadows or Cotswold-view walks near Charlbury #OxfordWander #OxfordshireEscape #CotswoldCharm #HistoricEngland #AcademicBeauty #PuntingInOxford #HiddenVillages #EnglishCountryside #SlowTravel#travel #historicallandmarks #staycation

✨ A Magical Day at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, near Oxford. If you want to experience dreamy rural gardens and the finest French cuisine then this is the tranquil retreat you're looking for. We recently stepped a little outside our usual comfort zone and spent the day at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons — and what a treat it turned out to be. 🦋 Our visit began with a wander through the incredible gardens, which were genuinely stunning. The first corner I turned offered a fantastic glance at the country house style building (Picture 1). The Far Eastern-inspired areas were especially peaceful, with bamboo, water features, and winding paths that made it feel more like a serene retreat than a hotel garden (Picture 2). I was surprised to come across a Japanese Tea Garden amongst it all (Picture 3). ⛩️ Every path I took led me to further surprises - including an Eastern inspired wooden bridge (Picture 4) and a Japanese Maple tree (Picture 5). It was the perfect way to ease into the experience, cocktail in hand and blistering sunshine filtering through the trees. 🍽️ We went for the 7-course tasting menu, and the experience was something special. Here are some of my highlights: 🐟 I tried caviar for the first time with the confit salmon — paired with dill, cucumber, cauliflower, and a wasabi crème fraîche that brought just the right kick. That dish really stood out and set the tone for the evening (Picture 6). 🥩 Another favourite was the baby rack of lamb. It was tender, full of flavour, and came beautifully plated with an aubergine flower, sugar snap peas, and a vibrant herb purée that brought everything together (Picture 7). 🍓 And for dessert — the strawberry tart was the perfect summery ending. Crisp, sweet, and fresh, with strawberry sorbet and crushed pistachios adding a lovely contrast of textures (Picture 8). Le Manoir is definitely on the fancier end of the scale, but if you’re looking for a peaceful escape with exceptional surroundings and some truly memorable dishes, it’s worth the splurge. #oxfordtrip #LeManoir #OxfordshireEscape #TastingMenuExperience #GardenWanderlust #FoodieFinds

A travel fantasy for British drama fans 🌟 A private residence like Downton Abbey How should you spend 24 hours when the hotel is the destination? 365 Fantastic Hotels from around the world 🌍 A new hotel every day, discover a new world 2⃣️7⃣️2⃣️ Estelle Manor ——------------------------------------------- A travel fantasy for British drama fans is to stay in a private residence like Downton Abbey! It is said that "the soul of England is in the countryside," and the romantic English country style with a distinguished background is also a favorite of the royal family and nobility. Estelle Manor, located two hours' drive from downtown London, is a warm and exquisite English manor. . The hotel is located in Oxfordshire, at the doorstep of the Cotswolds, covering 60 acres, and is a Grade II listed building surrounded by over 3,000 acres of beautiful gardens. There are 108 luxurious rooms and suites, as well as three- to six-bedroom residences. The luxurious and exquisite vintage furniture of the 20th century creates an elegant style of English country neoclassicism. . There are four restaurants, a tennis court, a gym, a kids' club... and the 3,000-square-meter Roman-style spa Eynsham is about to open.

Oxford is world-famous for its world-class universities and numerous historical sites, making it a city of dreams. Established in the 9th century, Oxford has a history of over 1,100 years and is the cradle of British royalty and scholars.    Oxford has been inhabited since the 7th century, and by 912 AD, it had become a key location in England. "Ford" means a crossing, where the Thames and Cherwell rivers meet. At that time, the water was shallow enough for oxen to cross, hence the name Oxford. The rivers remain, but the original bridges and oxen crossings have long disappeared. However, Oxford's bridges continue to attract visitors from around the world. Oxford University has a history of over 800 years and is the source of all universities in English-speaking countries like the UK and the US, enjoying a prestigious status worldwide. The streets of Oxford are bustling with traffic. Walking along these streets, you wouldn't realize you're on a university campus, as there are no gates or signs. However, the ancient buildings give a sense of the centuries-old culture and academic atmosphere. The streets around the city center are lined with medieval quadrangles, each representing a college. Since academia was a church monopoly at the time, the colleges were designed like monasteries, but often surrounded by beautiful courtyards, making them less dull. Each college resembles a medieval monastery, and the city is filled with tower-like buildings, earning it the nickname "City of Towers." We've seen those spires along the way. Here, you can see buildings from hundreds of years ago everywhere. The Bridge of Sighs (Figure 5) is indeed beautiful. It spans New College Lane, connecting the new and old parts of Hertford College. Designed by Sir Thomas Jackson, this bridge resembles the Bridge of Sighs in Venice, Italy, hence its name. Perhaps this is the only famous bridge without a river beneath it. Oxford

Sir of Oxford For those who study science and engineering, Oxford is somewhat to be respected but kept at a distance! However, the sword🗡️ on the ground makes me feel a bit of the knight's spirit. The dream and return of Harry Potter, another journey driven by words, including Mr. Qian Zhongshu's love and footprints. The children riding bicycles on the streets make me feel like I'm back in the days of Tsinghua. The face statues of the theater troupe made me stop for a moment~ In the city walking, meeting again, I somewhat understand the significance of the theater🎭 and Shakespeare's existence. The badges and inscriptions dazzled me, like history, like sorrow, like prosperity, like narration. Leaving the bustling streets, I unexpectedly encountered a Warhammer (a universe) game experience store that interested the child. It's hard to imagine, Oxford~ the empty streets, the transition between tranquility and noise is so simple. The memory of the martyrs of Bloody Mary coldly recalls the evolution of history. Henry VIII, the love-crazed father, and the Virgin Queen Elizabeth I, she is in between, is it a reversal or a transition?

#trip.com가대전 🇬🇧People always think of London when they think of England. But there are actually many beautiful places. Last winter, I went on a staycation around Oxford. I will miss this trip for the rest of my life🫰#staycation 🌟Highlight: The 4day trip is absolutely chill and amazing, even with a totally affordable price(you know, what a normal uni student can afford). Highlight: The 4-day trip is absolutely chill and amazing, even with a totally affordable price(you know, what a normal uni student can afford). 🗺️Oxfordshire Bourton-on-the-water(1 day)👉Salisbury(3 days) 🧾Must-Do: visit Stonehenge, glamping with friends, enjoy fish and chips ❗️Notice: remember to bring an umbrella with you if you’re not British lol. Also, it’s gonna be a bit messy if you don’t book your transport in advance, so please google some agencies and book your cars earlier. Note: If you’re not British, don’t forget to bring an umbrella lol And if you don’t book your transport in advance, it can get a bit messy, so google some agencies and book your cars early. @dailydoseof.korean Follow my ig: @deliiiiia_pan