From indie rock to electronic, folk to reggae, and classical to punk, Oxford was home to a vibrant grassroots music scene in the 90s. The spirit of this multi-genre scene has had an enduring impact on both local and worldwide stages. Sounds of the City is an exhibition of objects, memorabilia, and stories celebrating Oxford’s music scene […]
Oxford University is well known as a bastion of tradition, but how much do you know about the city's radical past and present? Uncover our city's secret radical and rebellious history - including 'town vs gown' riots, fiercely independent medieval women, and the locals who kicked fascists out of the city - on this alternative city walking tour led by local guide Jess Worth.
This guided tour of the Museum explores the stories of the city, and the city of stories, including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Oxford as a film location, and more!
Step right up and get creative together! Families are invited to make their own colourful creations be inspired by Oxford’s St Giles Fair.
See inside Oxford's Grade II* listed Town Hall on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of this historic building.
Plan your next school visit. Explore, experience, and get inspired. Work in an Oxfordshire school and planning for the 2026/27 academic year? Join us for a free Teacher Tour at the Museum of Oxford and discover how our workshops bring local history and curriculum topics to life. Designed specifically for local teachers and school staff, […]
What was Oxford like during Shakespeare's lifetime? Journey through Elizabethan and Jacobean Oxford on this 90-minute Shakespeare-themed city walking tour. Includes access to an incredible Tudor painted bedroom!
Don’t miss our summertime Fam Jam! Dance, activities, making and sensory play for you and your little ones in a fun disco party atmosphere.
What was Oxford like during Shakespeare's lifetime? Journey through Elizabethan and Jacobean Oxford on this 90-minute Shakespeare-themed city walking tour. Includes access to an incredible Tudor painted bedroom!
Please touch! Discover our past by getting hands-on with real and replica historic objects at the Museum of Oxford!
A mixture of Oxford city specialties, this guided tour of the Museum of Oxford will highlight the achievements of some of the extraordinary people from our spectacular town!
Once a thriving residential area for a working-class community, the so-called ‘slums’ of St Ebbe’s were designated for demolition after the Second World War. Uncover the forgotten history of Oxford's lost working-class neighbourhood on this unforgettable city-centre walking tour, led by local historian Maurice East.
