Rachel's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Christ Church Cathedral
Saint Aldate'sAshmolean Museum
Beaumont StreetOxford Botanic Garden
Rose LaneHidden gem easy to get to from city centre with canal footpaths wrapping around it!
102 locals recommend
Port Meadow
Walton Well RdHidden gem easy to get to from city centre with canal footpaths wrapping around it!
Blenheim Palace
Radcliffe Camera
Radcliffe SquareBodleian Library
Broad StreetHistory of Science Museum
Broad StreetOxford Punting
High StreetGreat way to enjoy the river with a picnic!
Food scene
If you like quirky old pubs with lots of character (& history) this is a must!
65 locals recommend
Turf Tavern
Bath PlaceIf you like quirky old pubs with lots of character (& history) this is a must!
The Perch
Binsey LaneAn absolute must visit pub by the river, amazing garden & food!
The Trout Inn
195 Godstow RdFantastic pub for great food in a beautiful riverside setting
Great spot for eating, plus you can grab a punt and cruise down the river if you fancy!
52 locals recommend
Cherwell Boathouse
Bardwell RoadGreat spot for eating, plus you can grab a punt and cruise down the river if you fancy!
The Bear Tavern
6 Alfred StSaturday Farmer’s market 10 mins from Hinksey Heights, perfect for any foodies!
Botley Farmer's Market
West WaySaturday Farmer’s market 10 mins from Hinksey Heights, perfect for any foodies!
Without doubt the best Thai I’ve ever eaten in the UK!!! It’s always fully booked but you can get seats at the bar on the night or they do pre-order takeaways!
66 locals recommend
Oli's Thai
38 Magdalen RoadWithout doubt the best Thai I’ve ever eaten in the UK!!! It’s always fully booked but you can get seats at the bar on the night or they do pre-order takeaways!
The Head of the River
Saint Aldate'sThis lovely bistro pub is less that 10 mins walk from Hinksey Heights so great for a local drink or dinner!
26 locals recommend
The Fishes
North Hinksey VillageThis lovely bistro pub is less that 10 mins walk from Hinksey Heights so great for a local drink or dinner!
Shopping
Lots of high street shopping and street food on lower ground or rooftop restaurants to choose from!
157 locals recommend
Westgate Oxford
Queen StreetLots of high street shopping and street food on lower ground or rooftop restaurants to choose from!
Oxford Covered Market
Market StreetEntertainment
Great spot if you love beer & live music - only 10 mins walk from property
The Tap Social Movement
North Hinksey LaneLove Jericho
56 Walton StOxford Playhouse
11-12 Beaumont StOxford New Theatre
24-26 George StThe Bullingdon
162 Cowley Rd