Things to Do in Oxford with Kids

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Things to Do in Oxford with Kids

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  • Tony McMahon
    London, UK352 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Splendid museum with a wide range of exhibits. Really great Roman, Greek, and Egyptian artefacts. One beef - didn't mind putting my rucksack in a locker - but needing a pound coin to use it that wasn't refunded. C'mon. Nobody carries pound coins these days and charging for the lockers - no.
    Written 17 March 2024
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  • grumpytruth
    Old Colwyn, UK55 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited here today, and we all had the best time!! There is so much to see and is enjoyable for all ages. The building is amazing and although it was busy it was manageable with two young children 2 and 4.

    Big shout out to the member of staff who entertained the kids on a few occasions and made them paper boats, which they really enjoyed. Didn't manage to get his name but he deserves a shout out.

    We will be visiting again!
    Written 2 March 2024
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  • OnAir16139290299
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A monument to the British Imperial mania for collecting things, for better or for worse. Only museum I know that has a 19th Century Samurai sword sitting next to a Soviet made automatic rifle.
    Written 9 March 2024
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  • Mohamed Q
    9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stunning university in a stunning city full of history. Had a chance to visit this this university while taking a day trip away from London and we were left astonished.
    Written 24 February 2024
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  • Kityayma
    Sydney, Australia201 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I visited a few of the colleges while I was in Oxford and this was my favourite. How lucky are the students who get to spend their days wondering around these beautiful buildings, cloisters and gardens. Imagining having a deer park in your backyard!
    There was still a lot of autumn colour when I visited and I took my time wondering the extensive grounds, the meadow and Fellows Garden. The deer were a delight to watch as were the many squirrels and birds in the gardens.
    Staff on the gate were friendly and helpful and the entry fee, around £10 was well worth it.
    Written 17 March 2024
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  • leigh660
    Stamford, CT13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Enjoyed a leisurely walk around Christ Church meadow and trails in a crisp fall morning. Beautiful, quiet an scenic it has a different feel from the center of town.
    Written 30 November 2023
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  • Jamie B
    Burnham-On-Sea, UK23 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited on a chilly February morning. Entry was £8 with gift aid and spoiler alert, incredible value for money!
    Given the time of year, we pretty much had the gardens to ourselves for most of the visit.
    Provided with a map, it was very easy to navigate. The gardens themselves are a pleasure to wander through, laid out very well. Although the flowers were not in bloom and the trees were bare, we enjoyed seeing the form and structure of the trees and the whole garden has such a lovely “mature” feel to it. Kudos to the team keeping it so well maintained.
    The glasshouses are even better. The walk through the rainforest and the pond houses were luscious, with plants hanging down you have to duck under or carefully walk past. Of special note are the numerous and wondrous pitcher plants. There are information boards scattered throughout that are brief but informative and worth the read. The only thing we would have liked to see is the English names for the trees and plants outside in the garden. Many of the cards only have the Latin name of the plant, and whilst we appreciate it’s Oxford, not everyone is fluent in Latin and it would certainly add to the experience knowing what we were looking at.
    The toilets were aged but clean. The staff were helpful and it’s only a small shop with the regular items you’d expect but with a nice selection of books specific to the gardens we enjoyed browsing on the way out.
    Overall, a 10 out of 10 experience and definitely worth the short walk from the city centre to enjoy a break from the indoor attractions of your visit.
    Written 8 February 2024
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  • Shanice P
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Massive thank you to Holly and her tram for always being so welcoming to me and my family.
    Always happy to help, making ballons joins in with the children.

    We really enjoy going party man world!
    Written 2 March 2024
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  • George
    Sheffield36 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were on a self guided tour of Harry Potter locations in Oxford so New College was a must to see the try from Goblet of Fire! We bought tickets on the door and we had plenty of time to explore and get photos. A must see for any Harry Potter fans.
    Written 27 February 2024
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  • Sanne132013
    Oxford, UK11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic! Creative! Funny! Much Ado about Nothing - I came July 2023. It took place in a playground,using the equipment the children usually play on. True to their name these lovely people are incredibly creative in their approach to all plays. The acting was incredible, from rolling eyes to little nuances in facial movements. The costumes and music particularly fun if you were around in the 80/90s. I mean, Elvis as a Vicar! Need I say more? Come and watch. You will not regret it. A wonderful night out!?.
    Written 29 July 2023
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  • ClauT
    15 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Did the classic tourist visit to this bridge. Took 5 min to take some shots. Lighting is best at sunset as it highlights the cotswold stone.
    Written 28 October 2023
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  • tinkle_24
    Northampton, UK1,770 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    so much space in this meadow …so much sky and cattle grazing. Horses trot about. The river is wide enough and lots of wild geese and swans can be found. Must visit!
    Written 6 August 2023
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  • tinkle_24
    Northampton, UK1,770 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Try the one to Wolvercote and you can return via River Thames. Several narrow boats enroute and cute cats too. Peaceful walk but watch the cyclists!
    Written 6 August 2023
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  • TWMIM
    Horsham, UK171 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A very pleasant expanse of greenery, alongside the River Cherwell and very close to the city centre, the University Parks offer a pleasant contrast to the bustle of urban Oxford.
    Written 22 April 2023
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  • RTandAC
    Oxford, UK45 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It will surprise you how big and therefore how many things they can have going on, for all ages. We saw Tom Thumb, which was OK, and have seen other stories in the past.

    It has a lovely cafe and a really nice shop, so well worth a visit themselves.
    Written 31 December 2023
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