Oxford for Gryffindors: The Best Five Things To Do
A guide for Gryffindors who want to experience Oxford in their own way. Here are the top things this Hogwarts house might enjoy and why.
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Oxford has been a prominent setting in both literature and movies for many years. In fact, its stunning architecture, rich history, and academic atmosphere have made it an attractive backdrop for various works of fiction and cinema, including The Golden Compass, His Dark Materials, Good Omens, and A Discovery of Witches.
In this section, I invite you to explore literature landmarks and filming locations in Oxford and its surrounding areas. Delve into the world of Harry Potter, Tolkien, Lewis, Carrol, and many more.
Oxford’s timeless charm, academic aura, and architectural beauty continue to captivate both writers and filmmakers, making it a frequent and captivating setting in literature and cinema. To make things a little easier to explore, I’ve turned each of them into a separate article with images, maps, and how to visit these famous locations.
A guide for Gryffindors who want to experience Oxford in their own way. Here are the top things this Hogwarts house might enjoy and why.
A lot of Harry Potter scenes were filmed in Oxford. Explore the exact locations, what they were used for, and how to visit them.
Discover Oxford’s formative role in Pullman and how the city inspired the fictional setting of Jordan College in His Dark Materials.
A guide for Ravenclaws who want to experience Oxford in their own way. Here are the top things this Hogwarts house might enjoy and why.
A guide for Hufflepuffs who want to experience Oxford in their own way. Here are the top things this Hogwarts house might enjoy and why.
A detailed guide to visiting Harry Potter’s Hospital Wing or Infirmary, Oxford. Opening times, tickets, and all the must-see details.
A guide for Slytherins who want to experience Oxford in their own way. Here are the top things this Hogwarts house might enjoy and why.
C. S. Lewis attended Oxford University in 1917. Find out more about his work and his relationship and rivalry with Tolkien.
Lacock Abbey was a major filming location for the Harry Potter movies. Here’s everything you need to see and how to get there from Oxford.
Discover all the Oxford places mentioned in the Discovery of Witches books, as well as filming locations used for the hit TV series.
The celebrated playwright, poet, and novelist attended Oxford University. Explore the historic sites that shaped Wilde’s academic years.
Delve into the heart of one of the most iconic detective series set against the backdrop of the historic city of Oxford.
Remember the scene where Mad-Eye Moody turns Malfoy into a cute white ferret? This famous tree can be found in Oxford’s New College.
The ultimate guide about Alice in Wonderland locations at Oxford, including Lewis Carroll’s favourite spots and the places that inspired him.
From J.R.R. Tolkien to C.S. Lewis, explore the rich literary legacy of Oxford’s famed Inklings group in this detailed article.
A detailed guide to visiting Harry Potter’s The Great Hall in Christ Church, Oxford. Opening times, tickets, and all the must-see details.
A thorough guide explaining how to visit the Warner Bros Studios (where the Harry Potter movies were filmed) from Oxford.
Tolkien, creator of the Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, taught English Language at Merton College in Oxford.
A detailed guide to visiting Harry Potter’s Staircase in Christ Church, Oxford. Tickets, opening times, and all the must-see details.
Many movies and TV series were filmed in Oxford. Explore the list of films, the locations used, and how you can visit them today.
There are several excellent books that take place in Oxford and its surroundings. Here are my favourite picks and why you should read them.
Our collection of articles with ideas for things to do and see, the history of this incredible city, the University, its museums, literature and movie inspirations, filming locations, and much more.
Oxford University regularly receives academics to visits that can last from a month to a year. Learn more about becoming a visiting scholar.
Merton College’s rich history and ancient architecture provide the perfect backdrop for ghostly tales and supernatural encounters.
If you’re visiting Oxford and like history, you should definitely consider visiting this 3,000-year-old white horse hill figure in Uffington!
Emo of Friesland, 13th-century globetrotter, was the first foreign student to attend the University of Oxford. This is his story.
Explore our collection of historical postcards and photos of Oxford and its University Colleges and Museums – and download them for free.
Oxford is one of the oldest academic institutions in the world. And the cornerstone of Oxford University’s visual identity is its logo.
If you’re visiting Oxford just for the day, you might want to explore the city and its colleges and museums at your own pace. Here’s how.
Oxford has its fair share of famous alumni. Some of them, you have not known were graduates. When they attended and how well they did.
The University of Oxford’s academic year for 2026-2032 is structured into three terms. Learn more about them in this guide.
Are you looking to create the perfect Valentine’s Day in Oxford? Then let me help. Here are my favourite spots and date ideas.