Best things to do in Oxford

Oxford's Absolute Essentials

Oxford’s historic core is defined by centuries of academic and architectural evolution. This selection highlights the university’s most significant sites, from the 15th-century Divinity School and Christopher Wren’s Sheldonian Theatre to the Bodleian Library, one of Europe's oldest research institutions. Explore the Neo-Gothic halls of the Museum of Natural History, the world-renowned collections of the Ashmolean Museum, and the medieval ruins of Oxford Castle. From the iconic Baroque dome of the Radcliffe Camera to the bustling stalls of the 18th-century Covered Market, these landmarks represent the city's enduring cultural legacy.