Oxford — the millennium-old city of learning, home to one of the world's greatest universities. From the gilded dome of the Bodleian Library to the Gothic spires of Christ Church College, from the misty morning deer park of Magdalen College to the gentle punting on the River Cherwell, knowledge and poetry echo through every cobblestone of this city.
One of Europe's oldest libraries, filming location for the Hogwarts Library in Harry Potter
Oxford's largest and most magnificent college, the prototype for the Hogwarts Great Hall
Oxford's most beautiful college, famous for its medieval tower and deer park
Founded in 1379, filming location for the flying lesson scene in Harry Potter
Nickname for Hertford Bridge, a Neo-Renaissance arched bridge
Britain's oldest botanic garden, home to 5,000+ rare plant species
Oxford city centre landmark, climb to the top for a panoramic view of the city's spires
Britain's oldest public museum, home to Da Vinci sketches and Egyptian mummies
A labyrinth of anthropological wonders, fascinating Victorian display cases
The inspiration for Alice in Wonderland, a century-old toy shop
Churchill's birthplace, Baroque palace with magnificent gardens
England's most beautiful countryside, honey-coloured stone cottages and rose vines
Oxford University's official church, climb the tower for a panoramic view of the city skyline
Oxford's classic punting stretch, poling through the back gardens of the colleges
A 200-year-old indoor market, artisan cheese and flower shops
Neo-Gothic architectural gem, dinosaur fossils and dodo specimens
Oxford's third oldest college, medieval library and secret garden
Britain's most beautiful street, lined with churches and colleges
From the academic halls of a millennium-old university to the magical world of Harry Potter, immerse yourself in the profound heritage and British charm of one of the world's top universities
After arriving in Oxford, start from Carfax Tower in the city centre, visit Europe's oldest library — the Bodleian Library, stepping into the filming location for the Hogwarts Library in Harry Potter. Stroll to the Radcliffe Camera, capture the classic Oxford postcard angle under the Bridge of Sighs. In the evening, climb the tower of St Mary's Church for a panoramic view of the city skyline.
Visit Christ Church College in the morning — the prototype for the Hogwarts Great Hall, and where Alice in Wonderland author Lewis Carroll taught. Browse Alice's Shop in the afternoon, then explore the Ashmolean Museum's Da Vinci sketches and Egyptian mummies. Enjoy dinner at a historic pub along the River Thames in the evening.
Explore Magdalen College in the morning, watch the tower reflected in the misty deer park. Punt along the River Cherwell in the afternoon, gliding through the back gardens of the colleges. Head to Blenheim Palace in the outskirts — Churchill's birthplace, experiencing the grandeur of the Baroque palace and the beauty of its lakeside gardens.
A three-tier stand of scones, finger sandwiches and delicate pastries, paired with Earl Grey tea, served in a college-style tea room for the most authentic English afternoon tea experience.
The regular haunt of Lord of the Rings author Tolkien and Chronicles of Narnia author C.S. Lewis. Their signature beef pie with dark beer gravy is full of literary and collegiate atmosphere.
A handcrafted blue cheese produced in Oxfordshire, rich and creamy with a hint of spice. Served with figs and walnuts, it's the star product of Oxford's Covered Market.
George & Davis handmade ice cream has been a hit in Oxford since 1992. Thyme honey and Earl Grey flavours are full of British creativity, a must-try by the riverside in summer.