Why visit
Oxford is 38 medieval colleges, the Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera, and a river you can punt on. A complete day-trip from London or a slower weekend.
United Kingdom at a glance
Country center
54.0°, -2.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
242,900 km²
93,784 mi²
Country population
67.8 million
279/km²
Subregion
Northern Europe
Currency
British pound (£)
GBP
Dial
+44
Language
English
Demonym
British
Internet
.uk
UN
Member state
ISO code
GB / GBR
Where in the world
54.0° · -2.0°
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Did you know
- Oxford is home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world; teaching has taken place here since at least 1096.
- The Bodleian Library holds copies of every book published in the UK, 13 million items spread across a dozen buildings.
- Parts of the Harry Potter films were shot in Christ Church College (the Great Hall) and the Bodleian's Duke Humfrey's Library.
- The UK has no written constitution: just conventions, statutes, and common law built up over centuries.
- The London Underground is the world's oldest underground railway (1863).
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Traveler notes
- Christ Church College filmed for Harry Potter
- Punting on the Cherwell is an essential rite
- London to Oxford train 55 minutes
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
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Frequently asked about Oxford
What currency is used in Oxford?
Oxford uses the British pound (£), ISO code GBP.
What languages are spoken in United Kingdom?
The primary language is English.
What is the international calling code for United Kingdom?
The calling code is +44.
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