Oxford is an extraordinary destination in its own right — but it's also perfectly placed for Blenheim Palace (5 miles away), the Cotswolds (30 minutes) and Stratford-upon-Avon (45 minutes). Browse Oxford day trips on Viator.
Top Day Trips from Oxford — Ranked
🏆 #1
Blenheim Palace Guided Tour & Gardens
⭐ 4.9 · 12,400 reviews · ⏱ Half day
From £42 per person
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🌸 #2
Cotswolds Villages from Oxford
⭐ 4.8 · 9,200 reviews · ⏱ Full day
From £48 per person
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🎭 #3
Stratford-upon-Avon Shakespeare Tour
⭐ 4.8 · 7,100 reviews · ⏱ Full day
From £40 per person
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🗿 #4
Stonehenge & Salisbury Day Trip
⭐ 4.8 · 8,400 reviews · ⏱ Full day
From £48 per person
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🛁 #5
Bath from Oxford Day Trip
⭐ 4.8 · 6,200 reviews · ⏱ Full day
From £45 per person
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👑 #6
Windsor Castle Half Day Trip
⭐ 4.7 · 7,800 reviews · ⏱ Half day
From £32 per person
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| Destination | Distance | Travel Time | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blenheim Palace | 10km north | 20mins | Churchill's birthplace, UNESCO, baroque architecture |
| Cotswolds | 30km NW | 45mins | Bourton, Chipping Norton, Burford |
| Stratford-upon-Avon | 55km NW | 1hr | RSC, Shakespeare's houses, Avon walks |
| Windsor | 55km SE | 50mins train | Royal castle, Long Walk, Eton College |
| Stonehenge | 85km SW | 1.5hrs | UNESCO prehistoric monument |
| London | 90km SE | 1hr train | Everything — day trip or overnight |
💡 Pro Tip: Blenheim Palace is technically just outside Woodstock, 5 miles from Oxford — easily the best day trip from the city. The baroque palace, Churchill Exhibition and formal gardens take a full half day. Combine with Woodstock village for a perfect day.
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