NEARBY PLACES TO VISIT IN OXFORD

The city of Oxford is situated on the River Thames, fifty miles from London and is famed for its magnificent University seat, buildings, museums and as home to many literary giants. As well as olde world charm Oxford has chic shops, bars, art galleries and a varied and vibrant restaurant scene.

Situated in leafy North Oxford, in the heart of the famous Victorian conservation area, Gee’s is the perfect pit stop for lunch or dinner when visiting this famous city. It’s just a five minute stroll from the River Cherwell with its peaceful meadows and riverside walks, or if you prefer, from the hidden treasures of Oxford’s historic heart.

Key local landmarks and famous neighbours include Britain’s oldest Botanic Garden in its idyllic riverside setting, or colleges with their immaculate walled gardens and parklands. See the Sheldonian Theatre, designed by Oxford graduate Sir Christopher Wren, or discover the Bodleian Library with its architectural splendour and 7 million books on 110 miles of shelving!

With five, free museums among its superb attractions one of which is the newly accalaimed Ashmolean, Oxford really is a city of culture with collections spanning science, history, music and the arts. It’s not just history: Oxford has a vibrant contemporary art scene too, with Modern Art Oxford showing work from international artists with cutting edge installations.

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