South Oxford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Ross W
Photo by Ross W
Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)
Photo "South Oxford" by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)

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

Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford

Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford

NZ$193
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

NZ$62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry
Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour

Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour

NZ$260
per adult
Oxford by Rail Day from London with Harry Potter Insights Tour
Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath

Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath

NZ$161
per adult
Cotswolds & Oxford from Bath
Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

NZ$181
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church
University in Oxford, England

Oxford & Cambridge Full-Day Tour with Admission

NZ$202
per adult
Oxford & Cambridge Full-Day Tour with Admission
See all activities in Oxford

Our pick of the best South Oxford Hotel Deals

voco Oxford Spires by IHG

voco Oxford Spires by IHG

4 out of 5
Abingdon Road, Oxford, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$305 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$305
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"What a beautiful hotel with friendly service!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

voco Oxford Spires by IHG
Ethos Hotel

Ethos Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Western Road, Oxford, England
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (707 reviews)
"Air conditioning was quiet and effective. There are significant somewhat narrow steps to navigate to get to second floor rooms. Nice breakfast and very helpful staff"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Get rates
Ethos Hotel
Sportsview Guest House

Sportsview Guest House

3 out of 5
106-110 Abingdon Road, Oxford, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$262 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$262
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (452 reviews)
"We really only slept here 2 nights and so can't comment too much other than the room was clean and comfortable. The staff i only spoke to on the phone and via email as we arrived late and left super early both days, were incredibly helpful. I would definitely stay again, thank you for your help!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Sportsview Guest House
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$205 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$205
27 July - 28 July
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! (1,187 reviews)
"Food was very average. Room was up a flight of stairs no lift. Staff were not really interested in helping at all"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa

Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Milton Common, Nr, Thame, England
The price is NZ$190 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$190
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Thame. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"Nice location just south of Oxford with easy access to M40 highway. Room - large room with large bathroom. Very clean, able to open the windows (no AC), and had a fan we could use which made sleeping in the warm room much more comfortable. No fridge. Pool - well equiped locker room with private showers, ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
easyhotel Oxford

easyhotel Oxford

3 out of 5
Gordon House, 280 Banbury Road, Oxford, England
The price is NZ$109 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$109
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (715 reviews)
"We realise no tea & coffee plus chairs in rooms may cut costs but other comparable hotels provide them. It would of been nice to check in with a person rather than have 3 receptionists watch us use the automatic check in. Good air con & window size in room & clean bathroom."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

easyhotel Oxford
See all 1,762 properties in South Oxford
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around South Oxford

Default Image

Oxford City Centre

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

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.

Oxford City Centre
Default Image

East Oxford

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

East Oxford
Default Image
Photo by Bill Nicholls (CC BY-SA)

West Oxford

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

West Oxford
Default Image
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)

North Hinksey

While North Hinksey may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hinksey Heights Golf Course and Oxford Castle.

North Hinksey
Default Image
Photo by Steve Daniels (CC BY-SA)

Iffley

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

Iffley
Default Image

Jericho

Jericho might not have many top sights, but Oxford Playhouse and Ashmolean Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jericho

South Oxford Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: