Headington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A row of white and blue townhouses with a tree in the foreground and daffodils in the foreground.
A large whale sculpture on a building roof.
A large fish sculpture on a roof.
A large shark sculpture on top of a building.
A large brick building with a clock tower, surrounded by a grassy field and a paved walkway.

Stay near popular Headington attractions

Headington Shark

Learn about the local history of Oxford with a stop at Headington Shark. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Activities

Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with College entry

NZ$63
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with College entry
Discover Oxford And The Cotswolds A Guided Tour

Discover Oxford And The Cotswolds: A Self-Guided Tour

NZ$2
per adult
Discover Oxford And The Cotswolds: A Self-Guided Tour
Morse, Lewis and Endeavour Walking Tour of Oxford

Morse, Lewis and Endeavour Walking Tour of Oxford

NZ$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Morse, Lewis and Endeavour Walking Tour of Oxford
Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College

Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College

NZ$80
per adult
Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College
Oxford: Evening Sightseeing River Cruise with a Cocktail

Oxford: Evening Sightseeing River Cruise with a Cocktail

NZ$71
per adult
Oxford: Evening Sightseeing River Cruise with a Cocktail
Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket

Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket

NZ$63
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Headington Hotel Deals

Mount Pleasant Hotel

Mount Pleasant Hotel

3 out of 5
76 London Rd Oxford England
The price is NZ$133 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$133
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (213 reviews)
"The room and bathroom is quite big and clean , I thinks it have been renovated, the reception area is a bit old and once I have entered my room I feel a bit better that they are quite cleaned. The bed was comfy but the pillows were not because they were lumpy and wearing off. The owner was very friendly ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Mount Pleasant Hotel
Red Mullions Guest House

Red Mullions Guest House

4 out of 5
23 London Road Oxford England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$185 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$185
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Headington Shark and South Park are located ...
Red Mullions Guest House
Conifers Guest House

Conifers Guest House

4 out of 5
116 The Slade Oxford England
The price is NZ$223 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$223
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (233 reviews)
"The experience was very nice"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Conifers Guest House
Malmaison Oxford

Malmaison Oxford

4 out of 5
3 Oxford Castle Oxford England
The price is NZ$388 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$388
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Malmaison Oxford
Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection

3 out of 5
11-13 Linton Road Oxford England
The price is NZ$225 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$225
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa

Cotswolds Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Southcombe Chipping Norton England
The price is NZ$184 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$184
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Chipping Norton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,111 reviews)
"Hotel looks amazing from the outside. When you go inside it is very out dated. Air con doesn’t work in the rooms. The bed sheets were dusty. Nicest part about the room was the bathroom. Staff in the bar/restaurant were really friendly, food was surprisingly nice after reading bad reviews. Would I ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
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Our guide on where to stay in Headington

Find the best Headington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a pointed tower and arched windows.

Oxford City Centre

Museums, historical sites and theatres are some highlights of Oxford City Centre. Make a stop by Covered Market or New Theatre Oxford while you're exploring.

A historic building with a prominent tower and a well-manicured garden.
Photo by David Bjorgen
Open Photo by David Bjorgen

East Oxford

While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and River Thames.

A river winding through a town surrounded by green fields and trees.

South Oxford

While visiting South Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Path and River Thames.

A historic building with intricate architecture, a large lawn, and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Christine Gabrielle Lasa
Open Photo by Christine Gabrielle Lasa

North Oxford

While North Oxford isn't home to many top sights, Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Ashmolean Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

A historic cityscape with prominent Gothic architecture, including a cathedral with spires and a large dome.

Cowley

While visiting Cowley, you might make a stop by sights like Temple Cowley Pools and Southfield Golf Club.

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