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Slap bang in the centre of Oxford, on the buzzy High Street, the Old Bank is an absolute gem – a former Barclays Bank converted into a 42-room luxury boutique hotel.
The spacious, light rooms, lively Quod restaurant and contemporary art on the walls are all winning points, but the real X-factor is the location; most of Oxford’s highlights – the Bodleian, Ashmolean and the world-famous colleges are all just outside the door.
Once you’ve seen the sights, retire to the Old Bank’s wonderful library lounge, which opens out onto the pretty Italianate terrace.
The Old Bank is at the heart of Oxford; step out of the door and you are on the High Street, with classic Cotswold stone buildings and the spectacular architecture of colleges such as Oriel and Merton just a few seconds’ walk.
One of England’s most beautiful cities, there are architectural gems on every corner – stroll a little further and you’ll come across the Bodleian library and the Ashmolean Museum.
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Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (UK)[0.4 miles]
Oxford’s extraordinarily beautiful colleges have housed everyone from prime ministers to presidents, and pair centuries of British history with spectacular architecture.
Best for ages: 13+ | £3
Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (UK)[0.6 miles]
A world-class collection of art and architecture in the heart of Oxford that ranges across 3,000 years of history, with Egyptian rooms to rival those of the British Museum.
Best for ages: 6+ | Free
Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (UK)[0.7 miles]
An extraordinary array of 7 million exhibits from the natural world, including the world-famous ‘skeleton parade’, housed in one of the country’s finest Victorian Gothic buildings.
Best for ages: 6+ | Free
Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (UK)[1.9 miles]
Glide along the Cherwell in a traditional punt, and take in the spectacular architecture of Oxford’s iconic colleges from the tranquillity of the river.
Best for ages: 6+ | £16 | 1+ hours
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Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (UK)[0.1 miles]
A 13th-century church which was the first university building. Climb the spire for wonderful views over the Oxford Colleges and the surrounding Oxfordshire countryside.
Best for ages: 6+ | £5
Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (UK)[0.2 miles]
Dating back to the 14th century, the Bodleian buildings – including the Divinity School, Oxford’s oldest teaching room – are some of Oxford’s most beautiful. Visits by pre-bookable tours only.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (UK)[0.2 miles]
One of the city’s iconic Insta shots, this raised bridge, linking two sections of Hertford College is notable for its similarity to the Bridge of Sighs in Venice.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (UK)[0.3 miles]
An extraordinary collection of scientific instruments and artefacts, dating from the Middle Ages to the 19th century, with highlights including Einstein’s blackboard and a Roman disc sundial.
Best for ages: 13+ | Free
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Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (UK)
One of Britain’s most beautiful and historic cities, graced by heartstopping architecture and home to the world’s second-oldest university.
