A day in Oxford
There is so much to see in wonderful Oxford - this is 'the city of dreaming spires' and your private guide will show you the highlights. Home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world, Oxford is packed with history and stunning architecture.
Type
Art & Architecture
History
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Difficulty
Leisurely
Explore this wonderful University city with your guide who can show you the best that Oxford has to offer. Visit inside one of the Colleges, see Christ Church Chapel and explore the cobbled old streets of the city, which are packed with character. Your guide will take you to the beautiful Bodleian Library and the Radcliffe Camera before having lunch in one of Oxford's old and charming pubs. If the sun is out, you may even wish to try one of Oxford's favourite pastimes - punting along the Cherwell river. Enjoy a chauffeured ride in one of these iconic flat-bottomed boats and admire the beautiful scenery as you glide past.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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Brown's Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Brown's Hotel is a luxury property set in the heart of fashionable Mayfair in the centre of London. Within walking distance are renowned shopping destinations, as well as famous sights including Big Ben and the London Eye.
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View AccommodationTemple Guiting Manor & Barns
The exclusive Temple Guiting Manor is a true hidden gem, perfectly placed in the heart of the Cotswolds. Steeped in history, the privately-owned estate has been lovingly restored into an intimate and stylish rural retreat with thoroughly modern amenities
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View AccommodationThe Lygon Arms Hotel
Reading like a Who’s Who of British history, The Lygon Arms has played host to Charles I and Oliver Cromwell as well as Prince Philip, and its winding staircases, wooden beams and leaded windows offer a cosy base from which to explore the Cotswolds.
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Dormy House Hotel
Dormy House is a quintessentially English hotel. A lovingly renovated 17th century farm house that blends country chic with log fires and original panelling. Located moments from the village of Broadway this is the perfect base to explore the Cotswolds.
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View AccommodationOakhurst Manor House Hotel
Situated in one of England’s prettiest villages, The Slaughters Manor House is a beautiful 17th Century manor house which combines contemporary interiors with country charm, attentive service and one of the most acclaimed restaurants in the Cotswolds.
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View AccommodationRosewood London
In the very centre of the city, Rosewood London is within walking distance to Covent Garden and many other London landmarks. The grand Edwardian building is a sight to behold, and once inside, guests will feel at home in this stylish London residence.
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View AccommodationBelmond Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons
Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons is a 15th century manor house, located in the picture perfect Oxfordshire village of Great Milton near Oxford. With Raymond Blanc's amazing cuisine, the hotel is simply one of Britain's best rural gastronomic retreats.
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View AccommodationFour Seasons Hotel Hampshire
The Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire is a restored Georgian Manor House situated in Dogmersfield in beautiful Hampshire countryside in the South of England. The Four Seasons Hotel cleverly combines modernity with tradition.
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View AccommodationWestgate New York Grand Central
Full of luxurious elegance and old-world charm, The Grand, York occupies an historic building in the centre of town, offering spacious opulent rooms, a superb range of dining options, an indulgent spa, indoor pool and well-equipped fitness centre.
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