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Located in the heart of Oxford, the Radcliffe Camera is one of the city’s most recognizable and photographed landmarks. Noteworthy for its unusual shape and impressive dome, it is not to be missed. Completed in 1749, it was the first rotunda library in England. Today, it is one of the main reading rooms of the […]

Built in the early 18th century, Blenheim Palace is one of Britain’s grandest historical estates and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. The palace was gifted by Queen Anne to the Duke of Marlborough, General John Churchill, for his role in defeating the French at the 1704 Battle of Blenheim. The Basics Visitors can choose between […]

Home to fishmongers and produce vendors, quirky hat specialists and trendy sandwich shops, Oxford Covered Market is both a dining and shopping destination. The market has operated continuously since its founding in 1774, and today it hosts more than 50 independent shops. CLICK TO BOOK A TOUR The BasicsLocated in the center of town, visitors […]

Oxford University’s Botanic Garden is a 5-acre (2-hectare) garden and home to nearly 6,000 types of plants. It is the oldest garden in the UK and one of the oldest scientific gardens in the world. Located near Magdalen College, the garden was founded in 1621 and represents more biodiversity than any other collection of similar […]

Oxford University is considered one of the best universities in the world. It’s also the oldest university in the English speaking world. The University is made up of 38 independent colleges and many are available for you to see during your Oxford visit. CLICK TO BOOK YOUR OXFORD UNIVERSITY TOUR Visitors will be awe struck […]

With punting, literature, nature walks, world-class museums, and shopping, it’s no wonder that Oxford is a city with a little something for everyone. Here are some guest favorites: Oxford City Centre and Inspector Morse Walking Tours Numerous museums including Modern Art Oxford, Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Pitt Rivers, Museum of Oxford, Story Museum, […]

Trying to guess the best day of the week or even hour to book your airline flight can be a daunting task. There are numerous websites that will compare and contrast prices. To simplify your task, Hopper recently did a lot of the legwork for busy travelers. Here are some suggestions of of the best […]

England’s first coffee house opened in Oxford in 1651, but the history of coffee in England dates back to the Ottoman Empire. Discover how coffee made its way to England through an exploration of both Ottoman coffee-related objects and English adaptations. This exhibit, presented by the Ashmolean Museum, illustrate the fascinating and complex relationship between […]

Blenheim Palace brings the magic of Alice in Wonderland to its walls with an exquisitely enchanting experience. The beautiful surrounds of the Palace will be transformed into a whimsical topsy-turvy wonderland. Step between the pages of a larger than life book, down the rabbit-hole and along corridors filled with hidden surprises. From mirrored hallways, illusions, […]

A special holiday event comes to Blenheim Palace through January 1st. The beautiful Palace, located just outside of Oxford, will showcase their towering Tunnel of Light, a sparkling tower of over 100,000 pea-lights, in conjunction with its woodland Laser Garden and scented Fire Garden. The Water Terrace light finale dances across the historic façade to […]