Oriel College, Oxford

Name: Oriel College
Address: Oriel Square, Oxford, OX1 4EW, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1865 276555

#198 among attractions in Oxford

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Facts and practical information

Oriel College is a constituent college of the University of Oxford in Oxford, England. Located in Oriel Square, the college has the distinction of being the oldest royal foundation in Oxford. In recognition of this royal connection, the college has also been historically known as King's College and King's Hall. The reigning monarch of the United Kingdom is the official visitor of the college. ()

Alternative names: Founded: 1326 (698 years ago)Coordinates: 51°45'6"N, 1°15'14"W

Address

Oriel SquareHolywellOxford OX1 4EW United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1865 276555

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Day trips

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

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

~480 ftNE
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...
~490 ftW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Turl Street, Oxford
3 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...
~360 ftN
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...
~370 ftSE
Church
Grove Walk, Oxford
2 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.
~580 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.
~430 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.
~490 ftW
Church
St Columba's United Reformed Church, Oxford
3 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.
~420 ftNE
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".
~220 ftN
Shopping, Art shops, Bookshop
Sanders of Oxford, Oxford
2 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.
~470 ftNW
Church, Baroque architecture
All Saints Church, Oxford
3 min walk • All Saints Church is a former church on the north side of the High Street in central Oxford, England, on the corner of Turl Street. It is now the library of Lincoln College. This former church is Grade I listed.
~580 ftN
Square
Radcliffe Square, Oxford
3 min walk • Radcliffe Square is a square in central Oxford, England. It is surrounded by historic Oxford University and college buildings. The square is cobbled, laid to grass surrounded by railings in the centre, and is pedestrianised except for access.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Oriel College?

Nearby attractions include Oriel Street, Oxford (1 min walk), Magpie Lane, Oxford (1 min walk), King Edward Street, Oxford (1 min walk), University College, Oxford (1 min walk).

How to get to Oriel College by public transport?

The nearest stations to Oriel College:

Bus

Turl Street • Lines: 280, 3A, U1 (3 min walk)
High Street • Lines: 10, 3A, 5A (4 min walk)

Train

Oxford (18 min walk)