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Oxford Castle


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 99 attractions in Oxford
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Attraction type: Castle, Old jail
Activities: Ice skating
Address: 44-46, Oxford Castle Oxford OX1 1AY
England
Tel: 01865 260 666
Fax: 01865 260 667

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4 of 5 stars
fortiesfloozy
30 Sep 2009

we visited the castle on a sunny september day (2009) we used one of the many park 'n' rides to get into Oxford, like Cambridge there really is no point in trying to take your car into Oxford! fare was £4.00 adult return, kids travel free green park 'n' ride buses. the castle could use better signage, we asked at... more

31 Aug 2009

A good attraction in the heart of Oxford. Nice cafe and surrounding area. more

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2 of 5 stars
Edinburgh
3 May 2009
1
person found this review helpful

We visited Oxford castle recently, when visiting the area. Neither of us had been before, but after seeing the 'Oxford Castle - Unlocked' leaflets, we were keen to give it a go. We were impressed by the shop, and the fact that the employees there were in costume, as were the guides that took you round. However, on reflection, the... more

7 Sep 2008

Brilliant tour, with fab views of the city skyline! more

9 May 2008
3
people found this review helpful

Tracy our guide was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed the visit and the views from the tower were fabulous. We had our own private tour because no-one else had tickets for this time. A warning though, the spiral staircase is steep and not good for those of you who are clausterphobic. more

29 Mar 2007
4
people found this review helpful

I went to Oxford Castle for my anniversary in November. It was brilliant with the guided tour first then left to our own devices complete with hand held electronic guides. We wandered around at our own pace learning all about the prisoners and it was fascinating. Plus you got to dress up in prison uniform and have your mug shot... more

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Oxford Castle Address

44-46, Oxford Castle, Oxford OX1 1AY , England
Tel: 01865 260 666 Fax: 01865 260 667