University College, Oxford

Name: University College
Address: High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BH, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1865 276602

#204 among attractions in Oxford

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Facts and practical information

University College is a constituent college of the University of Oxford in England. It has a claim to being the oldest college of the university, having been founded in 1249 by William of Durham. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°45'8"N, 1°15'16"W

Address

High StreetHolywellOxford OX1 4BH United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1865 276602

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Day trips

University College – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: High Street, Turl Street, Covered Market, University Church of St Mary the Virgin.

~590 ftE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
High Street, Oxford
3 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...
~300 ftW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Turl Street, Oxford
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Oxford, Turl Street is a charming and vibrant shopping district that offers a unique blend of traditional and contemporary retail experiences. This narrow, cobblestoned street is lined with an eclectic array of independent...
~530 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Flea market
Covered Market, Oxford
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Oxford, the Covered Market presents a delightful shopping experience, steeped in tradition and local charm. Opened in 1774, this indoor market has been serving locals and tourists alike for centuries with a variety of shops...
~310 ftNE
Church
University Church of St Mary the Virgin, Oxford
2 min walk • The University Church of St Mary the Virgin stands as a historic and spiritual beacon in the heart of Oxford, United Kingdom. This venerable church is not only a place of worship but also an integral part of the University of Oxford's history, serving as the...
~570 ftSE
Church
Grove Walk, Oxford
3 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.
~490 ftN
Iconic, domed Palladian-style library
Radcliffe Camera, Oxford
3 min walk • The Radcliffe Camera is a building of Oxford University, England, designed by James Gibbs in neo-classical style and built in 1737–49 to house the Radcliffe Science Library.
~550 ftW
Museum, Tudor Revival architecture, Architecture
Oxford Town Hall, Oxford
3 min walk • Oxford Town Hall is a public building in St Aldate's Street in central Oxford, England. It is both the seat of Oxford City Council and a venue for public meetings, entertainment and other events. It also includes the Museum of Oxford.
~510 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Christ Church Picture Gallery, Oxford
3 min walk • Christ Church Picture Gallery is an art museum at Christ Church, one of the colleges of Oxford University in England. The gallery holds an important collection of about 300 Old Master paintings and nearly 2,000 drawings.
~340 ftSW
Church
St Columba's United Reformed Church, Oxford
2 min walk • St Columba's United Reformed Church is a congregation of the United Reformed Church in the centre of the city of Oxford. It is located on Alfred Street, off the High Street.
~510 ftE
Monuments and statues
Shelley Memorial, Oxford
3 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".
~140 ftNE
Shopping, Art shops, Bookshop
Sanders of Oxford, Oxford
1 min walk • Sanders of Oxford is an antique print shop situated on the High Street of the city of Oxford, England. Although stores trading in prints were once common in the country, there are now only a handful left, Sanders being one of the largest and longest running outside London.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to University College?

Nearby attractions include King Edward Street, Oxford (1 min walk), Oriel Street, Oxford (1 min walk), Oriel College, Oxford (1 min walk), All Saints Church, Oxford (2 min walk).

How to get to University College by public transport?

The nearest stations to University College:

Bus

Turl Street • Lines: 280, 3A, U1 (2 min walk)
High Street • Lines: 10, 3A, 5A (3 min walk)

Train

Oxford (17 min walk)