# Oxford By Ian Adams **Date Posted:** 05/01/2023 Location: 🇬🇧 UK, Oxford Visited: Dec 22, Jul 19 --- ## Oxford [Wiki](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxford) - [Location](https://maps.app.goo.gl/iyw8UbZ1rsPkijnm9) ![[Pasted image 20250105131713.png|200]] - Oxford is a beautiful city with a rich history and a thriving culture. It's home to the University of Oxford, one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world, and it's also filled with charming cobbled streets, historic buildings, and beautiful green spaces. Here are some of the top places to visit in Oxford ## The University of Oxford [Wiki](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Oxford) - [Location](https://goo.gl/maps/R82h41YthpR1X4aX6) - The University of Oxford is a must-see for any visitor to the city. The university is made up of 38 colleges, each with its own unique history and architecture. Some of the most famous colleges include Christ Church, which was used as a filming location in the Harry Potter movies, and Magdalen College, which has beautiful gardens and a deer park. ## The Ashmolean Museum [Wiki](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashmolean_Museum) - [Location](https://goo.gl/maps/SPQk9gbKeurXBZtH9) ![[IMG_4198 Medium 1.jpeg|300]]![[IMG_4204 Medium 1.jpeg|300]] - The Ashmolean Museum is a world-renowned museum of art and archaeology, housed in a beautiful building on Beaumont Street. The museum has an impressive collection of art and artifacts from around the world, including ancient Egyptian mummies, Greek and Roman statues, and paintings by artists like Michelangelo and Raphael. ## The Oxford Botanic Garden [Wiki](https://chat.openai.com/chat#:~:text=https%3A//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxford_Botanic_Garden) - [Location](https://goo.gl/maps/HCcQYsZmMvnPGtr57) ![[Pasted image 20250105131921.png|300]] - The Oxford Botanic Garden is a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city, filled with beautiful plants and flowers from around the world. The garden is home to more than 8,000 plant species, and it's a great place to relax and unwind. ## The Oxford Castle and Prison [Wiki](https://chat.openai.com/chat#:~:text=https%3A//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxford_Castle) - [Location](https://goo.gl/maps/pM7SCh2R5KQk5du26) ![[112E00FD-0C07-42BB-BE5D-A6E3B27B0347.jpg|300]]![[IMG_4304.png|300]] - The Oxford Castle and Prison is a fascinating historical site that tells the story of the city's past. The castle dates back to the 11th century and has been used as a prison, a royal palace, and a courthouse over the years. Visitors can take a guided tour of the castle and prison, and see the historic cells and chambers. ## The Oxford Covered Market [Wiki](https://chat.openai.com/chat#:~:text=https%3A//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxford_Covered_Market) - [Location](https://goo.gl/maps/KAUA3dDtdLjvS3UZA) ![[Pasted image 20250105132111.png]] - The Oxford Covered Market is a bustling indoor market filled with stalls selling everything from fresh produce to handmade crafts. The market has been a fixture of the city for over 300 years, and it's a great place to find souvenirs and gifts. ## Bodleian Library [Wiki](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bodleian_Library) - [Locaiton](https://goo.gl/maps/TY9xkK3unPibi5Xh6) ![[Pasted image 20250105132145.png|300]] - It is the main research library of the University of Oxford and one of the oldest libraries in Europe. The library is home to over 13 million books, as well as a wide range of manuscripts, maps, and other rare and valuable materials. ## Bridge of Sighs [Wiki](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bridge_of_Sighs,_Oxford) - [Location](https://goo.gl/maps/RvG71cNgzainvoZCA) ![[Pasted image 20250105132242.png|300]] - It is a covered bridge that connects two parts of Hertford College and is named after the famous Bridge of Sighs in Venice, Italy. The bridge was built in the 19th century. ## The Bear Pub [Wiki](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bear,_Oxford) - [Location](https://goo.gl/maps/ax9wCkeXGcHMDdGJ8) ![[Pasted image 20250105132259.png|200]] ![[Pasted image 20250105132329.png|200]] - Aside from its stunning longevity, the pub is probably most famous for its quirky collection of ties - dating back to the early 1900s and representing clubs in the Oxford area and, more recently, around the globe. #### Next time - [Pitt Rivers Museum](https://goo.gl/maps/HPsCrMvXZkCuEF5X8) - [History of Science Museum](https://goo.gl/maps/8AoeM8DgjT7zjdt69) - [History of Science Museum](https://goo.gl/maps/Q6briFVAwPsK784w9) - [Christ Church](https://goo.gl/maps/rsC4RFLDksMRjTZT7) ## #Coffee ☕️ - Jericho Coffee Traders - [Location](https://goo.gl/maps/skLcScjPCYAKASmj6) - Berefoot - [Location](https://goo.gl/maps/rwmApkitqGWfRURD8) - Society Café - [Location](https://goo.gl/maps/EvsmAnX6Kn9tofNi8) Try next time - [The Missing Bean](https://goo.gl/maps/iuJRgk2fhkERmjsB8) - [Brew](https://goo.gl/maps/7if8jp1VUQ7ZvNfL8) - [Colombia Coffee Roasters](https://goo.gl/maps/rkEA8HF5dS3DWNVCA) ## Find more [[Travel Blog|Travel blog posts]] --- Tags: #Blog/Travel #Europe #Oxford #UK --- [X](https://x.com/ianmartinadams) | [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ianadams3/) | [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianmartinadams/) © 2025 Ian Adams | Views are my own