Best Things to Do in Oxford for Couples
THE 10 BEST Couples' Activities & Things to Do in Oxford
Best Things to Do in Oxford for Couples
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- Ga R2 contributionsEilidh was our tour guide for the tour of the Bodleian Library. She was friendly attentive and very happy to answer any questions a fabulous timeWritten 18 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sue J3 contributionsWe had Willow as our guide. She was absolutely brilliant. Very knowledgeable, and approachable. Would highly recommend her as a guide.Written 17 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Curious_Traveller636London, UK531 contributionsWe were unsure of whether to go because we didn’t have much time, and in the end, we went back the next day to finish off because we enjoyed it so much. Really well laid out and curated with the right amount of detail and interest on a wide range of cultures and arts. Thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it.Written 18 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- David nManchester, UK4,877 contributions.. the city of dreamy spires, and this city sure has enough beautiful sights = college buildings to satisfy anyone with an iota of interest in architecture. Luckily, the clouds parted to reveal a blue sky which then gave amazing pics with the sunshine reflecting off its many buildings.Written 15 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SolihullRichardDorridge, UK1,470 contributionsVery atmospheric College open to the paying public at certain times of the year. Extensive site and grounds with a number of people during my visit keen to ask the guides which window in the Great Hall had Harry Potter connectionsWritten 7 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mateusz RysOxford, UK169 contributionsThe Oxford University Museum is hosted in a stunning gothic building and features amazing dinosaur skeletons, minerals and other exhibits. A museum worth visiting.Written 16 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FattycrabNew York City, NY113 contributionsThe Pitt-Rivers is in a class of it’s won. Marie Kondo would have a hard time in this place- which is why everyone should visit it.. Museums present collections according to the beliefs of a society. That there was a time to collect and frankly take what one can- should be presented as cleanly and self-consciously as possible, without apologies.
Context matters and the Pitt-Rivera does that. It’s worth a trip to Oxford for that. Anyway- who is Harry Potter?Written 20 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Curious_Traveller636London, UK531 contributionsFor £20 you get to walk the quad and see some of the grounds, but it is quite limited. Having visited Cambridge just before, this felt a bit of a rip off. Maybe £5? The shared ticket with the botanical gardens is a plus as that is excellent. The chapel is the highlight.Written 17 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CassimaSKBicester, UK412 contributionsThe last time I was there was 2017 and since then they have expanded plant variety-wise, have put more information signs about certain plants and placed a few lovely sculptures including Cheshire Cat.
Definitely visit only in warmer seasons as they charge the same price regardless of the month and there is a lot more to see between May-September times.Written 19 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - rosiehall56120 contributionsThe views were beautiful! Loved seeing Christ church in all its glory. Lovely freshly cut grass. Not too many peoply. Very interesting building. Easily reached by bus. Christ church medow was probably the highlight of my trip! The medow was beautiful with iys colourful ground. 10/10 Thank youWritten 14 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MikeGlossop, UK1,477 contributionsObviously you need to see this bridge if visiting the city. Lots of interesting buildings to visit in the same area too like the Church Radcliffe CameraWritten 17 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sally BUnited Kingdom1 contributionAmazing experience and view! Wee did not trip over luckily or injure our knee. You also need to be a slim Jim, the stairs are quite narrow, make sure you don’t fall off! Highly recommended it. 😁😊😁Written 29 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lola G4 contributionsThe porter Nigel here (I travelled solo on a weekend) was particularly welcoming. Very jovial host. The family in front of me were a bit difficult but I noticed he was very warm toward them whilst upholding the professionalism of the college. As an academic this is also important to me. I'm aware this is a popular filming location for film crews. And noticed there are many photos of celebrities at the door. Except it seems to me they should be proud to be photographed with Nigel...rather than he with them. This was an excellent day out at New College...and apart from the potter sights I can recommend the gardens for tranquility!Written 21 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- R WDubai, United Arab Emirates463 contributionsI attended a private dinner celebration at the Balliol College that was built in 1263. Fascinating architecture. The dining experience sitting on wooden benches was reliving history. Very unique experience.Written 25 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MikeGlossop, UK1,477 contributionsUseful walking and cycling trail between different parts of the city. A circular walk is good, going out to Wolvercote and then back along the Thames path.Written 18 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.