Cowley
Oxford
Popular places to visit
University of Oxford
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Oxford, during your travels in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.
Oxford Castle
Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.
Christ Church College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Christ Church College, during your trip to Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Bodleian Library
Sign up for a tour to get a closer look at the priceless gems in one of the oldest libraries in the world.
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Gaze up at towering Oxfordshire dinosaur skeletons, see a colony of swifts in a tower and study the preserved model of the extinct dodo.
Ashmolean Museum
The world’s oldest public museum is home to a fascinating collection of global curios and priceless works of art.
Things to do
Oxford: University Private Punting Tour on River Cherwell
90 Minute Classic Walking Tour of Oxford
Oxford University Walk & Punt Tour by AlumniTM & New College
Oxford University: Walking Tour By AlumniTM & New College
Cowley Hotel Deals
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
Clean, friendly staff.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Spacious, clean room
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Malmaison Oxford
Great location and a great hotel
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
The Store
This is a lovely well run modern hotel. Location is great and walkable and it has a nice bar. A good value as of January 2026.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
voco Oxford Spires by IHG
Good
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
Couldnt fault it
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Cowley
Lye Valley
While Lye Valley might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Temple Cowley Pools and Headington Shark.
Wood Farm
While Wood Farm isn't home to many top sights, Headington Shark and Iffley Road Track are some notable places to visit nearby.
Iffley
While visiting Iffley, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Path and Thames River.
Rose Hill
While Rose Hill isn't home to many top sights, Temple Cowley Pools and Kassam Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Littlemore
Littlemore is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Kassam Stadium, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
East Oxford
If you're spending some time in East Oxford, Iffley Road Track and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.
