Romantic Places To Visit In Oxford This Valentines | Oxford Travel Guide

Known as ‘The City of Dreaming Spires’, Oxford is home to one of the UK’s most famous university. It is also the perfect place for a romantic weekend break for two. With a town full of historic buildings, cosy pubs and well-kept parks, there is no better place to visit this valentine. Here are some of the most romantic things to do in Oxford which is perfect for Valentines.

Enjoy The City From The River

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Take a stroll and a picnic basket down to Magdalen Bridge Boathouse to enjoy the views of the city along the river. Cambridge is quite well known for punting down the River Cam, but did know you can also take to the water on the River Cherwell in Oxford. This is a great way to spend a few hours whilst enjoying each others company.

There are a few different ways that you can experience punting along the river. You could take a tour on a shared punt as one option. But one of the best options is to hire a boat for the day or for a few hours and take a leisurely trip along the river. If you pack a picnic, you could always find a quieter part of the city to stop, enjoy your food and take in the scenery. Remember to wrap up warm as it can be quite chilly on the water in Winter!

Christ Church Meadow, Oxford

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This open green space in the heart of the city is a popular spot to go for a walk and enjoy a picnic. It is a great place to take a break from the city and enjoy some time exploring the meadows amongst the docile cows and walking along the river banks of the Cherwell and Thames. The location is home to the Oxford University college regatta the SomerVIIIs, as well as Shakespeare performances which take place outdoors.

We couldn’t imagine a better place to explore on a cool winters day. It is the perfect place to visit this Valentines.

View The City From Above

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The best way to view a city is from above! There are a few opportunities across Oxford where you can enjoy the city and its fabulous views from a higher advantage point. The two main towers that the city has is St Mary’s Tower and the Carfax Tower. From the top of these buildings you get a wonderful view of the famous spires across the city.

To climb the St Mary’s Church Tower it costs £5 but access to the church itself is free. This location is open Monday to Saturday from 9.30 am to 5 pm and Sundays from 12 pm to 5 pm. Carfax Tower is the remains of St Martins Church which was built in the 13th Century but it was demolished in 1897 to allow for traffic. This tower offers amazing views of the city. Admission to Carfax Tower is only £3.

Explore Further Out Of The City

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Located in Woodstock, Blenheim Palace is a monumental country house in Oxfordshire best-known for being home to Winston Churchill and the Dukes of Marlborough. This is a great place to go on a day and spent time exploring the palace, park and gardens.

This was built between 1705 and 1722. The palace is such a unique place to visit, with its a combines usage as a family home, national monument and mausoleum. If you have a few extra days in the city, be sure to head out to Blenheim Palace.

Enjoy a Sunset Stroll

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There is nothing more beautiful than a sunset stroll around the city. As the golden glow from the sun catches the towers and buildings it is an incredible way to enjoy the evening. Be sure to pack a few extra layers as once the sun sets it can get quite chilly this time of year. Be sure to allow yourself plenty of time to wander around the streets as the sun sets below the horizon. 

We hope this list has helped to inspire your travels to Oxford.

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