Magdalen Tower, Oxford

Name: Magdalen Tower
Address: Oxford, United Kingdom

#177 among attractions in Oxford

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Magdalen Tower, completed in 1509, is a bell tower that forms part of Magdalen College, Oxford. It is a central focus for the celebrations in Oxford on May Morning. ()

Coordinates: 51°45'6"N, 1°14'48"W

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HolywellOxford United Kingdom

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Magdalen Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: High Street, University of Oxford Botanic Garden, Magdalen Bridge, St Peter-in-the-East.

~1210 ftW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
High Street, Oxford
6 min walk • High Street, commonly referred to as the "High," is a bustling artery of commerce and history in the heart of Oxford, United Kingdom. This iconic street is renowned for its vibrant shopping district, offering a harmonious blend of traditional boutiques, modern...
~420 ftSW
Gardens and glasshouses with 5000 species
University of Oxford Botanic Garden, Oxford
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Oxford, the University of Oxford Botanic Garden is a verdant oasis that offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. Established in 1621, it holds the distinction of being the oldest botanic garden in the United...
~370 ftSE
Bridge, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Magdalen Bridge, Oxford
2 min walk • Magdalen Bridge is an iconic feature of the city of Oxford, United Kingdom, known for its elegant architecture and historical significance. Spanning the River Cherwell, this bridge serves as a gateway to the picturesque landscape of Oxford's meadows and the prestigious...
~1030 ftNW
Church
St Peter-in-the-East, Oxford
5 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Oxford, St Peter-in-the-East stands as a remarkable testament to the city's rich ecclesiastical heritage. This historic church, dating back to the 12th century, is a fine example of Norman architecture with its intricate stone carvings...
~1330 ftW
Church
Grove Walk, Oxford
7 min walk • Grove Walk is a short historic leafy walkway running north–south in central Oxford, England, situated on land between Merton College to the east and Corpus Christi College to the west. It provides one of the entrances to Christ Church Meadow from the north.
~1020 ftW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Reportedly haunted
Dead Man's Walk, Oxford
5 min walk • Dead Man's Walk is a footpath running east–west in central Oxford, England, situated immediately to the south of Merton College and just outside the old city wall, with Corpus Christi College at the western end. To the north, Grove Walk connects with Merton Street through a gateway.
~730 ftSE
Park
The Plain, Oxford
4 min walk • The Plain is an important junction, now a roundabout constructed in 1950, just east of Magdalen Bridge in Oxford, England. To the east and southeast are St Clement's, Cowley Road and Iffley Road. Magdalen College School is to the south.
~1010 ftW
Bridge
Logic Lane covered bridge, Oxford
5 min walk • The Logic Lane covered bridge is a small covered bridge at the High Street end of Logic Lane, within University College, Oxford, England. The bridge was designed by the Oxford architect Harry Wilkinson Moore and was completed in 1904. It links the older Radcliffe Quad buildings with the newer Durham Buildings, built in 1903.
~1320 ftW
Monuments and statues
Shelley Memorial, Oxford
7 min walk • The Shelley Memorial is a memorial to the English poet Percy Bysshe Shelley at University College, Oxford, England, the college that he briefly attended and from which he was expelled for writing the 1811 pamphlet "The Necessity of Atheism".
~730 ftNW
Park
Radcliffe Quadrangle, Oxford
4 min walk • The Radcliffe Quadrangle is the second quadrangle of University College, Oxford, England. The buildings have been Grade I listed since 1954.
~1130 ftNW
Street
Longwall Street, Oxford
6 min walk • Longwall Street is a street in central Oxford, England. It runs for about 300 metres along the western flank of Magdalen College. A high, imposing 15th century stone wall separates the college from the street along its entire length. Behind part of the wall is the college's deer park.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Magdalen Tower?

Nearby attractions include Founders Tower, Oxford (1 min walk), Magdalen Bridge, Oxford (2 min walk), University of Oxford Botanic Garden, Oxford (3 min walk), Addison's Walk, Oxford (3 min walk).

How to get to Magdalen Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Magdalen Tower:

Bus

Queens Lane • Lines: 10, 15, 280, 3A, 5A, Lgw, Lhr, Tube, U1, X3, X90 (6 min walk)
The Plain • Lines: 10, 3A, 5A (7 min walk)

Train

Oxford (26 min walk)