Oxford is one of the most upmarket and history-rich cities in the UK. Home to the University of Oxford, a highly reputed and highly competitive institution dating back almost 1000 years, it is filled with prestigious colleges, libraries, and more. Bodleian Library, one of the oldest in Europe, and Ashmolean Museum of Art & Archaeology, Britain’s first public museum, are just two of the university’s impressive campus buildings. Open to the public, it’s easy to be an Oxford student for a day. While the city is submerged in an enchanting sense of history, its student-centric population juxtaposes it with a youthful spirit. Find quirky cafes, cool independent shops, and tons of exciting events during your stay in Oxford.
To reach Oxford, fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which provides direct flights to and from most major cities worldwide. The airport is 70 km southeast of Oxford which can be reached in around 1 hour by taking the TfL London Paddington train to Hayes & Harlington followed by the GWR Didcot Parkway train to Slough and then the GWR Morton in Marsh train to Oxford.
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Oxford is usually mild in September, with highs of 18°C and an average temperature of 14°C. The climate tends to be rainy, with an average 38% chance of rain each day.