Locals Information for the True Oxford Experience

This list is also built purely from what locals recommend visitors to experience that may not be as commonly recommended as the “Must-Sees”. However, according to the locals, they’re also Must-Sees!

1. Alice's Shop



Alice in Wonderland themed shop – 83 St Aldates

2. Punting on the River Cherwell


Fantastic with a picnic on a sunny day – Magdalen Bridge Boathouse or Cherwell Boathouse (Great Restaurant here too) – both available for boat hire

3. Factory Tours


If you are interested engineering or automotives, Mini Plant Oxford offer factory tours.

4. The Covered Market


A covered market with stalls offering food, gifts, fashion, flowers - Market Street, Oxford

5. Oxford Castle


Take a guided tour around the city and climb the Saxon tower for a 360-degree view of Oxford - 44-46 Oxford Castle

6. Port Meadow


Large stretch of ancient land in the city, wild flowers, grazing animals. Visit the 17th century pub 'The Perch' - Port Meadow, Walton Well Road.

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