Oxford City Centre Map
popular attractions in Oxford.
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Plan a tour of Oxford City
We are here to help you get the most out of your visit to Oxford, one of britain's most prestigious university cities and an important destination for all tourists coming to the UK.
TourInADay provides you with information on Oxford's tourist attractions, University colleges, restaurants, museums, pubs, and many other things. We have created an online Tour Planner application that gives you the ability to generate your own personalised itinerary for visiting Oxford.
Using the Tour Planner you can create your own tour guide for Oxford, the Tour Planner allows you to select how you are getting to Oxford, places to stay, places to eat and drink, tourist attractions, and lots more. Once you have selected what you want to see and do in Oxford the Tour Planner will provide you with detailed maps of Oxford showing all your selections in an easy-to-read format to help you navigate your way through the spires and streets of the city. TourInADay also provides suggested itineraries and other information you might find useful during your trip to the City of Dreaming Spires.
Oxford city has so much to offer its visitors that it becomes a challenge simply to organize which attractions to see in one day. Oxford’s many beautiful colleges should feature in every itinerary, as should the numerous museums, gardens and, of course, pubs! Strolls through the back streets of the city are also essential, especially for Inspector Morse fans, while a visit to Christ Church College should not be missed by fans of Harry Potter – the college features in all three Harry Potter films. With so much to see, it is hard just to know where to start in planning your day.
So if you want to see Oxford, free from the shackles of an organized tour, please explore this site and make good use of the interactive map tool. You’ll soon be seeing the parts of Oxford once familiar to some of the world’s most famous people: authors J.R.R Tolkien (Lord of the Rings), C.S. Lewis (The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe), and Lewis Carroll (Alice in Wonderland); tennis star Tim Henman, athlete Roger Bannister, and Olympic gold medalist Matthew Pinsent; composer Andrew Lloyd-Webber; former prime minister of the United Kingdom, Margaret Thatcher; and former President of the United States, Bill Clinton, to name but a few.
Visitor information for the UK
Language
The language spoken in the United Kingdom is English. There are lots of regional dialects so it may be hard to understand people in some areas. So long as you are speaking english they should be able to understand you.
Currency
The currency in the United Kingdom is the pound sterling represented by the (£) symbol.
Emergency Services
Calling the emergency services from any telephone is free, they can be reached by dialing 999. This number can put you through to any of the following emergency services.
- Police
- Fire Brigade
- Ambulance
- Cost Guard
- Mountain Rescue
Hospitals
Most major hospitals have a 24-hour Accident and Emergency (A and E) department where you can turn up without making an appointment. You may have to wait, even if your injuries are serious, before being seen by a doctor or nurse. How long you wait will depend upon:
- how busy the department is
- the seriousness of other patients' conditions
- if your condition will get worse if left
Driving
In the United Kingdon we drive on the left hand side of the road. The speed limits for roads are:
- 30mph (48kmph) in built up areas
- 60mph (96kmph) on single carriageways
- 70mph (112kph) on dual carriageways & motorways
Seat Belts
Adults, and children aged 14 years and over, MUST use a seat belt where fitted, when seated in cars, minibuses, buses and coaches. The drivers MUST ensure that children under 14 years of age in cars, vans and other goods vehicles use seat belts or an approved child restraint where required. If a child is under 1.35 metres (approx 4 ft 5 ins) tall, a baby seat, child seat, booster seat or booster cushion MUST be used suitable for the child's weight, and fitted to the manufacturer's instructions.
Roundabouts
In the United Kingdom we have alot of roundabouts, it is essential that you understand the basic rules for getting around them.
- give priority to traffic approaching from your right
- watch out for vehicles already on the roundabout
For more information on negotiating roundabouts see the Highway Code
Zebra crossings
You MUST give way when someone has moved onto a crossing.
Alcohol and Drugs
You MUST NOT drive with a breath alcohol level higher than 35 µg /100ml or a blood alcohol level of more than 80 mg/100 ml.
You MUST NOT drive under the influence of drugs or medicine.
Using your Horn
Use only while your vehicle is moving and you need to warn other road users of your presence. Never sound your horn aggressively. You MUST NOT use your horn while stationary on the road or when driving in a built up area between the hours of 11.30 pm and 7.00 am, except when another vehicle poses a danger.
Electricity
Mains power (line power) is 240v/50Hz AC. Appliances require a 3-pin(prong) plug, that connects to a socket(outlet). Its is advisable to bring a universal adaptor from your own country, normally available at airports.
Climate
The climate in the United Kingdom can often be wet and windy. The average temperature range for the summer months ranges from 15°C (59°F) to 25°C(77°F) and for the winter months the average temperatures range from -2°C (28°F) to 5°C (41°F).
Water
Tap water in the United Kingdom is of a very high quality, and is suitable everywhere for drinking. The water is cleaned and filter at source, it is treated with chlorine and flouride.
Bars and Pubs
Pubs are normally open from 11am to 12pm. You have to be 18 years old to order a drink in a pub. When ordering drinks at the bar it is not common to tip the bar person. If you bump into someone and they spill their drink, you should offer to buy them another one.
Pubs are quite strick about closing times, normally 10 minutes before closing time, the landlord will ring a bell and will ask if anyone would like last orders. Pub's are not allowed to serve drinks after closing time. You must stop drinking 20 minutes after closing time; if you have not left by this time, the pub landlord may ask you to leave.
The traditional British beer (ale) is bitter and is normally servered at room temperature. You can order it in a pint or half-pint glass. All bars and pubs are now non smoking establishments.
Shopping
Shops are normally open from 9am till 5:30pm Monday to Saturday, 10am till 4pm on Sundays.
Large supermarkets are normally open 24hrs.
Taxi / Cab
Only traditional London Taxis are licensed to stop when flagged down on the street. There is normally a starting charge of £2 to £3 and then it is around £1 a mile after that. It is common to add a 10% tip (gratuity) to a taxi fare. Do not use a cab if
- the driver appears to be under the influence of alcohol
- the driver does not seem to know the local area
- the vehicle seems to be too old for use as a cab
- the vehicle is in a state of disrepair
Restaurant or Cafe
To avoid disapointment pre-book restaurants. Asking for the bill, "May I have the bill, please?"
People normally only pay a tip in a restaurant or café when there is a waiter service. Adding 10% to a bill that does not already contain a service charge is normal. Do not leave a tip if the service or food is poor.
Passports and Visa's
