Lye Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Oxfordshire featuring outdoor eating and a park

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.

University of Oxford
Christ Church Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and interior views

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.

Christ Church College
Oxford Castle Unlocked showing heritage elements and a castle

Oxford Castle

Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.

Oxford Castle
Bodleian Library showing heritage elements and heritage architecture

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.

Bodleian Library
Oxford University Museum of Natural History showing heritage elements

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

Gaze up at towering Oxfordshire dinosaur skeletons, see a colony of swifts in a tower and study the preserved model of the extinct dodo.

Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Ashmolean Museum featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

Ashmolean Museum

The world’s oldest public museum is home to a fascinating collection of global curios and priceless works of art.

Ashmolean Museum

Activities

Slumbers

Oxford Sightseeing River Cruise Along The University Regatta Course

NZ$44
per adult
Oxford Sightseeing River Cruise Along The University Regatta Course
Oxford: Sightseeing River Cruise

Oxford: Guided Sightseeing River Cruise

NZ$44
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Oxford: Guided Sightseeing River Cruise
Oxford: Evening Sightseeing River Cruise with a Cocktail

Oxford: Evening Sightseeing River Cruise with a Cocktail

NZ$48
per adult
Oxford: Evening Sightseeing River Cruise with a Cocktail
Evening Cocktail Cruise in Oxford

Evening Cocktail Cruise in Oxford

NZ$48
per adult
Evening Cocktail Cruise in Oxford
Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College

Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College

NZ$69
per adult
Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College
Oxford: River Thames Sightseeing Cruise

Oxford: River Thames Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$31
per adult
Oxford: River Thames Sightseeing Cruise
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Our pick of the best Lye Valley Hotel Deals

Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford

Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford

4 out of 5
Godstow Road, Wolvercote Roundabout, Oxford, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$178 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$178
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,206 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
Ramada by Wyndham Oxford

Ramada by Wyndham Oxford

3 out of 5
Welcome Break Service Area, Oxford, England
The price is NZ$104 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$104
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
"The hotel is nice, located close to Motorway, easy transportation. Only problem unfortunately was horrible smell from sewage coming into the wing I paid for, I didn’t get the room I paid for instead moved to twin bed. The staff were nice, it was sorted before morning. Otherwise, it’s a good hotel… ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Oxford
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

5 out of 5
Beaumont Street, Oxford, England
The price is NZ$495 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$495
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (679 reviews)
"We stayed at The Randolph for three nights in September 2005. We had breakfast there three times and dinner once. The dinner was excellent and the service was superb and a tribute to the superb staff my wife and I cannot praise the food and service enough. The breakfasts were equally superb with ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
Mollie's Motel and Diner

Mollie's Motel and Diner

4 out of 5
Mollie’s Oxfordshire, Shrivenham Road, A420, Faringdon, England
The price is NZ$157 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$157
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Faringdon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (917 reviews)
Comfortable modern stay
"Clean, comfortable room, lovely bed & pillows. Convenient free parking Nice amenities"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Mollie's Motel and Diner
Holiday Inn Oxford by IHG

Holiday Inn Oxford by IHG

4 out of 5
Peartree Roundabout, Woodstock Road, Oxford, England
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$186 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$186
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Hotel and staff were great. Nothing to change."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Oxford by IHG
easyhotel Oxford

easyhotel Oxford

3 out of 5
Gordon House, 280 Banbury Road, Oxford, England
The price is NZ$103 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$103
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (743 reviews)
"perfect for a couple of nights away"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

easyhotel Oxford
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Other neighbourhoods around Lye Valley

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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.

Wood Farm
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Cowley

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

Cowley
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Headington

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Headington. You might want to make time for a stop at Headington Shark or Exciting Game.

Headington
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East Oxford

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

East Oxford
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Iffley

If you're spending some time in Iffley, Thames Path and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.

Iffley
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Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)

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.

Rose Hill

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