[2025 Oxford Attraction] Travel Guide for Christ Church Cathedral (Updated Jun)
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Christ Church Cathedral Address:
St Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1DP, United Kingdom
🏞 A one-day small town tour full of England's quiet sensibility
#Travel itinerary
British countryside villages where nature and tradition live and breathe, from Bibury to Oxford, a sentimental course that can be visited in a day.
✅ Recommended course
Bibury → Bourton-on-the-Water → Oxford
🏷 Bibury
📍Bibury, Cirencester GL7 5NR, United Kingdom
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Recommended points: A place that William Morris called “the most beautiful village in England.” Quiet streams and stone-walled houses spread out like a painting.
🏷 Bourton-on-the-Water
📍Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham GL54, United Kingdom
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Recommended points: A village called the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds.’ Small bridges, streams, and cute shops add to the travel atmosphere.
🏷 The Chip Shed
📍1 High St, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham GL54 2AN, United Kingdom
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Recommended Points: A great place for thick fish and chips! It's a place that locals also frequent, so you'll be satisfied with both the taste and the atmosphere.
🏷 Oxford
📍Oxford OX1, United Kingdom
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Recommended Points: The old-fashioned buildings and the unique atmosphere of a university town are charming. There are also many things to see, such as the Radon Library and Christchurch. (I'm a Harry Potter fan, so my heart raced..🧙♀️)
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Christ Church Oxford
Must do in Oxford - Visit the Christ church college!
Absolutely stunning architecture and many film locations inside.
#travel #thingstodo #explore #oxford
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🇬🇧 English Lake District & Oxford
This trip to the UK included visiting the Lake District (Windermere) and Oxford. One is a fairy-tale town with natural scenery, and the other is a thousand-year-old city with a strong academic atmosphere. Each has its own merits and is worth savoring!
🏞️ The Lake District town of Windermere|English countryside scenery
📍 Windermere is one of the most beautiful towns in the Lake District of England, where the scenery of lakes and mountains is intertwined and full of poetry. Coming here, it feels like walking into a scene from British literature and feeling the tranquil European countryside.
🔹 Accommodation recommendation: Cragwood Country House Hotel
🏡 Stay experience: This country hotel has a beautiful environment and overlooks the lake. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, suitable for travelers who want to slow down.
✨ Recommended reasons: English manor feel, great scenery, and thoughtful service. There is a farm next to the hotel where you can experience classic British outdoor activities, such as Clay Pigeon Shooting - challenge moving targets and enjoy authentic British country sports!
These activities are perfect for a challenge with friends and a real English countryside experience!
🔹 Must-see highlights
✔ The World of Beatrix Potter: If you like fairy tales, this is the birthplace of the "Peter Rabbit" story, which is very suitable for art lovers.
✔ Street exploration: There are many independent bookstores, cafes and craft shops in the town, which are worth strolling through.
🔹 Lake District Food Recommendations
✅ Eggs Benedict — A classic British breakfast 🍳
✅ Haggis (lamb offal dish) - traditional British cuisine, be brave and try it! 🐑
✅ Local handmade cheese & desserts - Be sure to try the dairy products and pastries here when you come to the Lake District 🧀🍰
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🏛️ Oxford | A thousand-year-old city where academics and art interweave
Coming to Oxford, it’s a completely different atmosphere. This academic city is full of a strong sense of history, with old colleges, bookstores and retro red telephone booths dotted around the streets.
🔹 Must-see highlights
🏛 Christ Church College - the filming location of the Harry Potter movies, the college restaurant makes people feel like they are in a magical world.
📚 Radcliffe Camera — One of the most beautiful libraries in Europe, the building itself is like a work of art.
🚶♂️ Oxford Street Exploration & Treasure Hunt Game—Locals have a "treasure hunt" game, following the clues to find hidden sculptures or signs, super fun!
📍 Travel Tips
✔ Windermere is suitable for a relaxing vacation. It is recommended to arrange 2~3 days to slowly experience the life in the Lake District 🌿
✔ It is recommended to stay in Oxford for 1~2 nights so that you can deeply experience the academic atmosphere 📖
✔ Visiting the university colleges in Oxford requires tickets for some places. It is recommended to check the opening hours in advance 🎟️
✔ Keep an eye out for red telephone booths, you might find cute little works of art 🐭📸🐰
✔ The weather is changeable, remember to bring an umbrella ☔
The trip to the UK, from the poetic Lake District to the profound academic cities, is deeply fascinating! 📍💙
#BritishTravel #LakeDistrictBeauty #OxfordUniversity #BritishScenery #RedTelephoneBox #Windermere #Oxfordshire
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Harry Potter World
I went to Christ Church, Bodleian Library, corridors, and Divinity School in Oxford, which were the models for Harry Potter, and Leadenhall Market, which was the model for Platform 9 4/3 and Diagon Alley in London!
Christ Church
This is the model for Hogwarts' Great Hall!
Christ Church's Great Hall is famous for being the model for Hogwarts' dining hall, and the long tables and decorations are just like in the movie, making you feel like you've entered the world of Harry Potter!
If you stay in the university dormitory, you can have breakfast here!
Bodleian Library
Hogwarts Library
The Bodleian Library was used as the Hogwarts library in the movie.
In particular, Duke Humfrey's Library appeared in the scene where Harry uses the Marauder's Map to secretly search for books at night.
The quiet atmosphere and rows of historic books are just like Hogwarts itself.
Stairs
Hogwarts staircase scene
The stairs that Harry walked down when he first entered Hogwarts in "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" are the Great Staircase of Christ Church.
The scene where Professor McGonagall welcomes the new students was filmed here!
Divinity School
Hogwarts Infirmary
A Gothic-style building built in the 15th century.
It was used as Hogwarts' infirmary in "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" and "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire", and the beautiful ceiling decorations and arches are impressive! ️
Reservations are required for these buildings in Oxford!
#EuropeanTrip #HarryPotter #TheWorldOfHarryPotter #England #EnglandTrip #Oxford #OxfordUniversity #Spring0YenTrip #SpringEnjoyTrip #GraduationTrip
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Christ Church College: The Crown Jewel of Oxford! 🏰
#oxfordtrip
No visit to Oxford is complete without stepping into the magical world of Christ Church College! From Harry Potter filming locations to breathtaking architecture, this iconic college is a must-see.
✨ Step Into a Fairytale
Wander through the Great Tom Gate, where the magnificent Tom Tower, designed by Sir Christopher Wren, welcomes you into this historic masterpiece.
🎥 A Harry Potter Dream
Fans of Harry Potter will recognize the Grand Staircase and Great Hall, which inspired Hogwarts’ famous dining hall! Walking through feels like stepping into the wizarding world.
⛪ Christ Church Cathedral
Home to Oxford’s only cathedral, the stunning stained glass windows and soaring ceilings make it a peaceful and awe-inspiring spot to explore.
🌳 Meadows & Riverside Strolls
Take a leisurely walk through Christ Church Meadow, where you’ll find iconic views of the spires, lazy punts on the River Thames, and the perfect spot for a picturesque picnic.
📍 A Must-Visit Oxford Gem
Whether you're here for history, stunning architecture, or magical Harry Potter moments, Christ Church College is an unforgettable Oxford experience!
EN the traveller
Harry Potter Filming Location - Christ Church College, Oxford University
Visiting Oxford University was a profound experience of knowledge and culture for me. As one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world, Oxford's rich academic atmosphere and classical architecture deeply impressed me.
Walking through the streets of Oxford, I was greeted by a blend of Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Each college has its own unique story and history, transporting visitors back to the medieval era. I particularly visited Christ Church College, which is not only one of the filming locations for the Harry Potter movies but also a place where many historical figures once studied. As I stepped into the grand hall, I didn't just see movie scenes in my mind but imagined scholars discussing philosophy and science by candlelight.
Additionally, I had the opportunity to visit the Bodleian Library. This library is not only a treasure trove of knowledge but also a source of inspiration. Standing in front of shelves filled with ancient books, I felt the weight and eternity of knowledge. The guide mentioned that the books here are not only academic resources but also records of human civilization's evolution, which gave me a deeper appreciation for the value of academia.
The charm of Oxford lies not only in its architecture and academics but also in its ability to inspire. After the visit, I felt a renewed motivation for learning. Oxford made me realize that true scholarship is not just about the knowledge in books but also about the curiosity and desire to explore the unknown. I hope that one day, I too can bring change to the world like these great scholars.