Cowley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
University of Oxford
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Oxford during your travels in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
New Theatre Oxford
Enjoy a show at New Theatre Oxford, a theatre with a story to tell in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
John Radcliffe Hospital
If John Radcliffe Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford.
Oxford Castle
Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.
Christ Church College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Christ Church College during your trip to Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Bodleian Library
Sign up for a tour to get a closer look at the priceless gems in one of the oldest libraries in the world.
Activities
Oxford: University Private Punting Tour on River Cherwell
Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College
Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford
Oxford University: Walking Tour By AlumniTM & New College
Our pick of the best Cowley Hotel Deals
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
Staff were very friendly, they offer 25% off treatments at this time of year. Had the gym to myself. The rooms were very clean. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Malmaison Oxford
Really nice hotel, likes the quirkiness of it being a prison but has all the luxuries of a hotel.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
The Store
Staying at The Store was a pleasure. The staff were incredibly helpful, friendly and polite. The room was comfortable with excellent facilities and a beautiful calm interior decorating scheme. I would happily stay again if visting Oxford.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Hotel and amenities very good at this price point.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
Nice and clean with friendly staff.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
We had a great one night stay. The hotel was a short walk from the station and we were able to check in as soon as we arrived as a room was ready. Room was lovely, a nice temperature. The breakfast was very good lots of choice. Staff were very friendly. The hotel was in a great position just a short ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cowley
Lye Valley
While Lye Valley isn't home to many top sights, Temple Cowley Pools and Headington Shark are some notable places to visit nearby.
Wood Farm
When in Wood Farm, you can plan a visit to Headington Shark and Iffley Road Track, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rose Hill
Rose Hill might not have many top sights, but Temple Cowley Pools and Kassam Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Littlemore
Visitors highly recommend Littlemore for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Kassam Stadium while you're in town.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.
Iffley
If you're spending some time in Iffley, Thames Path and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.
