
Oxford Travel Guide
United Kingdom
Oxford is a UK city with a population of 171,380 and a long-established role as a university city. It sits inland, away from the coast, so the visit is centred on the city rather than nearby seaside resorts.
Travellers arriving by air can use London Oxford Airport (OXF), the airport serving the city. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of Oxford.
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Pays in GBP
Plug type Type G
Emergency 999
Dial code +44
Tipping: Tipping is customary for good service in the UK. While not mandatory, it's a common way to show appreciation.
Best time to visit Oxford
Jan
7°11Feb
9°10Mar
11°17Apr
14°10May
18°8Jun
22°8Jul
22°14Aug
22°8Sep
20°14Oct
15°12Nov
11°13Dec
9°12Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in Oxford
Ashmolean Museum
museum
0.4 km
Christ Church Cathedral
anglican or episcopal place of worship
0.3 km
The Pitt Rivers Museum
museum
0.1 km
Sheldonian Theatre
music venue
0.3 km
University Church of St Mary the Virgin
anglican or episcopal place of worship
0.3 km
0.3 km
Carfax Tower
historic site
0 km
St Michael at the North Gate
anglican or episcopal place of worship
0.2 km
Getting there
London Oxford Airport · 10.4 km
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