Car hire Oxford

Parking in Oxford

• Worcester Street Parking (OX1 2BQ): This uncovered parking located on High Street is a great spot for parking your hire car in central Oxford. Open 24/7, it houses 200 parking spaces with short walks to major attractions such as the Nuffield Lawn and the Castle Mill Street stream bridge. It also houses EV charging spots so you can charge your electric car hire you explore Oxford.
• Gloucester Green (OX1 2BN) Another big parking spot in the city centre, this underground parking offers 205 spaces with quick access to major cultural attractions such as the Oxford playhouse and the Ashmolean Museum. The entrance is on Gloucester Street in central oxford.
• Walton Well Road (OX2 6ED) Fancy a picnic or a day out? This small car park with 28 spaces is located by the huge Port meadows park, so you can pack a nice basket of food and some games to enjoy quality time in this beautiful park on the River Thames with family or friends.

Charging point locations in Oxford

Oxford has many charging stations dotted throughout the city. Visit the Westgate Car Park, OX1 1TR to find over 45 charging stations right in the centre of the city to charge your electric car hire in Oxford.

Key roads in Oxford

• The A34 heads north to south connecting Oxford it to Southampton and merging with the A40 to form a circular roadway path around the city boundaries.
• The M40 Motorway connects Oxford to major locations such as Birmingham and London through the Wendlebury interchange north of the city (via A34)
• Botley Road to London Road: Running through central Oxford, these streets connect west Oxford and the A34 interchange to east Oxford and the Headington Roundabout.

Congestion charges in Oxford

• New Road (Bonn Sq. to Castle Street Junction)
• Shoe Lane
• Bonn Square
• Cornmarket Street
• Market Street
• Ship Street
• St. Michael's Street

How to get from Oxford to London

It takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to drive the 60 miles from Oxford to London.

1. Exit from the south side of Oxford and get on the Eastern Bypass Road.
2. Take the 2^nd exit from the Headington roundabout heading on to London Road/A40
3. Continue on the A40 and you’ll eventually reach Outer London
4. Continue on the A40/Westway to enter central London.

Best hotels in Oxford

Courtyard by Marriot

15 Paradise Street, Oxford OX1 1LD England

EV charging available

Macdonald Randolph Hotel

Beaumont St, Oxford OX1 2LN

The Macdonald Randolph Hotel is a historic, five-star hotel located in the heart of Oxford. It boasts luxurious rooms with décor that pays homage to the city’s educational and cultural heritage. With an award-winning restaurant and a host of amenities including a therapeutic wellness centre and an all-day British brasserie. The hotel's central location also makes it an ideal base for exploring the many things that Oxford has to offer.

Malmaison Oxford Castle

3 New Rd, Oxford OX1 1AY

Want something unique from your stay? The Malmaison Oxford Castle is a stylish and unique hotel located in a converted Victorian prison which was built in the 11^th century. Its chic rooms house contemporary decor and modern amenities, giving you a refreshing spin on a luxurious stay. Its location within the Oxford Castle Quarter provides guests with easy access to the city's shops, restaurants, and attractions and houses a historical learning centre as well as quick and easy access to other attractions and several shopping arcades.

Best restaurants in Oxford

The Anchor

2 Hayfield Road, Oxford, OX2 6TT

This classic British restaurant offers a variety of European classics. Try the recommended steak and chips or enjoy a classic Sunday roast dinner. The Anchor also boasts one of the biggest outdoor terrace gardens in Oxford.

The Gurkha Palace

The Chequers Inn, 34 The Green, Horspath, Oxford OX33 1RP England

Easily the best Indian food in Oxford and a strong contender for the best restaurant overall, The Gurkha Palace offers a range of classic Indian curries as well as Nepali specialities. For a unique take on Indian dining, mix it up with Tibetan starters such as Lamb momos combined with classic North Indian butter chicken as a main.

Antep Kitchen

228-230 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1UH

This popular restaurant offers a variety of Mediterranean specialities and authentic Turkish food. Known for their generous sharing platters, Antep promises an authentic Turkish dining experience just down the road from the O2 Academy.

Best things to do in Oxford

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

Parks Rd, Oxford OX1 3PW

Fancy yourself a history lesson about planet?Built within a beautiful Victorian building, The Oxford University Museum of Natural History is a must-visit attraction for nature-lovers. The museum features fascinating exhibits on the natural world, including dinosaur skeletons, animal statues, and geological specimens focusing on a rich exploration of natural beauty in both the local and global hemisphere.

Bodleian Library

Broad St, Oxford OX1 3BG

Lose yourself in the grand literary collection within The Bodleian Library. It is one of the oldest libraries in Europe and a must visit for any bibliophile. The library's historic buildings include the Divinity School, dating back to the 15th century, and the Radcliffe Camera, a grand circular building that houses reading rooms and exhibitions. If you want to gain even more insight, you can opt to go for a guided tour of the area

Oxford Castle & Prison

44-46 Oxford Castle, Oxford OX1 1AY

Head to The Oxford Castle & Prison in your car hire for a fascinating lesson on the city’s Roman heritage. Located in the centre of Oxford, this castle dates back to the 11th century and was used as a prison until the late 20th century. Today, you can explore the walls yourself or take guided tours of the castle, learn about its rich history, and view the atmospheric prison cells.

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