For some rewarding options in the city centre, why not take a look at our recommended list of central Oxford bars? We've found some exemplary watering holes all delivering on drinks menus, service and surroundings, so before you set out into the Oxford night, peruse our guide to central Oxford bars.
Small and intimate cocktail bar on Little Clarendon Street inhabited mainly by students, perfect for nursing a long slow mojito in good company.
Dartington House,
Little Clarendon Street,
OXFORD,
OX1 2HS
The Brewery Gate is a traditional offering on Thomas Street.
5 St Thomas Street,
Oxford,
OX1 1JJ
A contemporary style bar in the centre of town on George Street, Copa provides a continental setting for a comfortable drink or two.
9-13 George Street,
OXFORD,
OX1 2AU
A pub on Oxford’s literary trail, you can’t miss visiting the place where the Lord of the Rings himself sat and drank. Hobbit on down to the Eagle and Child today. (Sorry.)
49 St Giles,
Oxford,
OX1 3LU
Manna from heaven for real ale drinkers, Far From The Madding Crowd is a perfect refuge.
10-12 Friars Entry,
OXFORD,
OX1 2BY
Nestled next to Folly Bridge just outside the city centre the Head of the River has an idyllic setting.
Folly Bridge,
OXFORD,
OX1 4LB
The Kings Arms is a spacious, historic Oxford pub with a celebrity following. Even Prince Charles has walked through its doors.
40 Holywell Street,
OXFORD,
OX1 3SP
A lovely little traditional pub with prices which are far more friendly to the pocket than other ‘historic’ city centre boozers.
12 St Giles,
OXFORD,
OX1 3JS
Sleek, modern and sophisticated The Living Room has got all the bases covered — and even has a continental style terrace.
1 Oxford Castle,
Oxford,
OX1 1AY
Housed in the prestigious, historic setting of Oxford Castle, Mal Bar retains its boutique credentials.
Malmaison Hotel,
3 New Road,
Oxford,
OX1 1AY
The Old Tom is a small, historic pub with a lovely beer garden at the back.
101 St Aldates,
OXFORD,
OX1 1BT
The Oxford Retreat is a very special establishment in Oxford’s eating and drinking scene on Hythe Bridge Street.
1-2 Hythe Bridge Street,
Oxford,
OX1 2EW
This is one of Oxford’s finest pubs, situated in the heart of a city on Bath Place.
Bath Place,
OXFORD,
OX1 3SU
On the historic Oxford trail, The White Horse on Broad Street is galloping ahead with its colourful heritage and great ales.
52 Broad Street,
OXFORD,
OX1 3BB