Bodleian Library
The Bodleian Library is one of Oxford’s most famous landmarks. Among the oldest in Europe, it’s easy to visit and incredible to see.
If you’re a student or an academic visiting Oxford, there will always be a library to help you with your research. The Bodleian Libraries alone contain 28 libraries that serve the University of Oxford and visitors (it is, as you might have guessed, the largest university library system in the entire United Kigdom). It’s actually not difficult to get access to Oxford libraries if you have a research topic. So let’s explore the fantastic libraries the city has to offer and learn how to visit and browse their treasured books.
Oxford has different libraries depending on your needs and research topics. For example, you have the Bodleian and its 12 million printed items and 80,000 e-journals. And you also have the college libraries (each college has one). These tend to combine modern and older collections. Here’s the full list of Oxford libraries:
The Bodleian Library is one of Oxford’s most famous landmarks. Among the oldest in Europe, it’s easy to visit and incredible to see.
Humphrey of Lancaster, 1st Duke of Gloucester, founded the Duke Humfrey’s Library in 1447 after donating 281 books to the library.
Radcliffe Camera is a neo-classical style building inside Oxford University, built from 1737 to 1749 for the Radcliffe Science Library.
Located in central Oxford, the Weston Library is part of the Bodleian Library, the main research library of the University of Oxford.
The Gladstone Link is an underground library connecting the Bodleian Library with the Radcliffe Camera. It opened to readers on 5 July 2011.
The Alexander Library of Ornithology is one of the most important ornithological reference libraries in the world.
The Bodleian Law Library is an academic library containing over 550,000 volumes and is also the library of the Faculty of Law.
The Bodleian Oriental Institute or Nizami Ganjavi Library exists to support Oxford students and staff at the Oriental Institute.
The Bodleian Social Science Library is Oxford University’s main lending and reference library teaching social sciences.
The Radcliffe Science Library is Oxford University’s main teaching and research science library and part of the Bodleian Libraries.
The Rewley House Continuing Education Library is a library of the Oxford University Department for Continuing Education.
The Sackler Library, is one of the Bodleian Libraries’ principal research libraries. It focuses mainly on the study of archaeology and art.
The Sainsbury Library is part of the Saïd Business School and Oxford University’s dedicated Business and Management library.
The Taylor Institution Library (or the Taylorian) is Oxford University’s centre for the study of Modern European languages and literatures.
The Vere Harmsworth Library is part of the Bodleian Libraries and houses a collection relating to the history of the United States.
The over 70,000 items from the Angus Library and Archive are devoted to the history of the Baptist movement from 1612.
Antiques on High is an antiques and art shop from Oxford founded in 1997 and open seven days a week. It has won several awards.
Aidan Meller Gallery is one of Oxford’s longest-established specialist art galleries. They showcase modern, contemporary and old masters.
Christ Church Picture Gallery is an art museum holding an important collection of about 300 Old Master paintings.
If you’re based in Oxford and looking for a charming and culture-rich escape, Bath makes for an ideal day trip or overnight getaway.
The Oxford Examination Schools were designed with a specific purpose in mind: to host university exams in a dedicated, controlled environment.
Bicester Village is a luxury shopping destination just outside of Oxford with high-end designer brands at discounted prices. How to visit.
Are you looking for other things to do while visiting or living in Oxford? Here are a few ideas for great pubs, bars, restaurants, historical places, museums and art galleries, and beautiful parks.
The Rose & Crown is a historic and characterful pub established in 1863. The pub’s interior retains a traditional layout.
All about Heythrop Park Hotel, a Grade II listed country house set within 440 acres of picturesque parkland near oxford.
The Oxford Ice Rink, located on Oxpens Road, is a popular spot for winter fun in Oxford, especially during the holiday season.
The Oxford Victorian Christmas Market features artisan stalls with handcrafted gifts, festive treats, and captivating street entertainment.
Brown’s Café is a well-established spot in the Oxford Covered Market, serving traditional British fare since 1924.
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