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The main reason why most people visit Oxford (less than two hours from London) is to fancy themselves a student at the famous Oxford University or pay homage to C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien and the Inklings. Although the university is not as exclusive as it used to be in the old days, the rowing contests between Oxford and Cambridge still take place and many of the colleges are not open to the public when the stressful time of important exams shows its face again to the students with a good scholarship or a copiously filled wallet. However, when they are accessible to the public, the thirty university 'castles' are a must-see. The colleges are scattered all throughout town and altered with historical buildings showing the impressive architectural character of several periods. Take for example the Bodleain Libray, which is the second-largest library in the country. Magdalen College, with its cloisters and deer park, was the learning school of Oscar Wilde. Hertford College is the place to go to when you want to see one of Oxford's other famous sights, the Bridge of Sighs, which design was based on the Ponte dei Sospori in Venice. Besides that, Oxford is prepared for its students and visitors and offers besides historical sights and several good museums, a vibrant shopping and commercial area with plenty of shops, restaurants and cafes. So it's up to you to decide whether you indulge in a rowing trip on the River Cherwell, walk the cobbled streets or see a Shakesperian play performed in one of the many theatres... Contributors
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Travel Q&A on Oxford:
Question: #1: How to travel to Oxford from Heathrow Airport?
Which is the cheapest and most convenient way to travel from Heathrow Airport to Oxford when you have some but not too much luggage ?
- asked by shantanudutta
Answer: Plenty of direct bus links. Takes about 90 minutes http://www.oxfordbus.co.uk/airline1.htmlOr you can take the bus to Reading and then train to Oxford, but I can't see any advantage in that. ...
- answered by: Philip W View All Answers (2)
Question: #2: How do I get a quote for my possible travel arrangements to Oxford?
I'm currently trying to get an estimate of how much it will cost me to travel from San Diego to Oxford. Does anyone have any ideas or tips? Online travel sites aren't helping me because I can't find a flight from San Diego or even LAX to Oxford England. Thanks!
- asked by athespiangirl
Answer: Oxford doesn't have an international airport. You will have to fly into London Heathrow and then use public transport or hire a car to travel the rest of the way. Oxford is located about 55 miles north-west ...
- answered by: Peter F View All Answers (1)
Question: #3: How much does it cost to travel from London to Oxford on the Train?
I'm travaling to Europe this summer for about two weeks and my friends and I are looking for some stuff do do while in each city, to make sure we have to time for it. We're kinda nerdy and want to see Oxford Univeristy while we're there. So, we're searching for the tube prices and can't find any general info. Help is greatly appreciated. Also, anyone with some idea about what to see and what to avoid, email me i'd love the advise. Thanks
- asked by princessbrat262002
Answer: Check into the buses might be cheaper if you get to Oxford go to Blenium Palace in WoodStock just out side Oxford real oldy worldy lots of really old pubs I live in the states now but my home is still ...
- answered by: wensumuk View All Answers (3)
Question: #4: recommended transportation from Oxford to Stonehenge?
We are traveling to Oxford and wanted to take a side trip to Stonehenge. Does anyone know if there is a train or bus between the two spots?
- asked by norm_regina
Answer: Stonehenge is in the middle of Salisbury Plain, No railway anywhere near it.You can take a train to Basingstoke then change to one to Salisbury. Take will take about 2 hours. From Salisbury you can take ...
- answered by: Philip W View All Answers (1)
Question: #5: My daughter is traveling to Oxford , England to study this summer, will her cellphone work from there.(sprint
She would like to be able to call home and recieve calls . Will her Sprint Cell phone work over there?
- asked by dfandan43
Answer: Here's a link that discusses cell phones in the United Kingdom. You will also want to talk with Sprint, but the chances are that if she uses her current phone, the calls will be extremely expensive. Getting ...
- answered by: just♪wondering View All Answers (9)
Question: #6: what is the cheapest way of travelling from oxford to nottingham?
apart from driving by car...in a day...sorry, forgot to add...return too...
- asked by TonyB
Answer: I think train is the cheapest if you don't mind booking in advance and specifying your trains... £17 is the cheapest I found - see http://www.nationalrail.co.ukIt costs from £21 single by coach with ...
- answered by: Phil View All Answers (2)
Question: #7: Has anyone here been on that amusement ride in Oxford,the one where you go around sitting in desks,was it fun?
I thought it was weird too but I assure you its true, take a look at the pic.http://www.ukstudentlife.com/Travel/Tours/England/Oxford/OxfordStory2.jpg
- asked by A True Gentleman
Answer: Hey, thanks. I will try it!All the best!/ ...
- answered by: Ebby View All Answers (1)
Question: #8: if im traveling from gloucester to oxford..where do i have to change on the trains?
- asked by garethjones1992
Answer: Go on the website below and put the details in on the search on the left - it will tell you what you need to know about changing, and cost! ...
- answered by: Tom A View All Answers (9)
Question: #9: What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Oxford?
I need to get from Brighton to Oxford this friday.I went to one stop travel in Brighton and coach was 42 pounds.Is there any other cheaper way to get there? And where can I purchase the tickets?Thanks.
- asked by pb k
Answer: If you cant afford the train or coach, try hitch hiking - this is the route there by land: Simple, from Brighton A23 then M23 to Reigate, M25 to Slough and last M40 to Oxford.This link may be useful: http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/int/dyn/controller/ItiWGPerformPage?reinit=1&strStartCityCountry=1138&strStartAddress=&strStartCP=&strStartCity=Brighton&strDestCityCountry=1138&strDestAddress=&strDestCP=&strDestCity=Oxford&image2.x=35&image2.y=11# ...
- answered by: kalizzi View All Answers (12)
Question: #10: how far is oxford, ms from nashville,tn?
traveling in a car leaving from oxford,ms
- asked by tn_ladyvolt
Answer: 275 mi (about 5 hours 15 mins) ...
- answered by: justgenius12 View All Answers (3)
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