J.R.R Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and other "Inklings" met at the Oxford pub to discuss the now legendary fantasy stories they were writing.

The shop where the girl who inspired the beloved character once bought sweets is now a book-themed commercial curiosity.

The stoic structure boasts a whimsical set of stained glass art commemorating Lewis Carroll.

The lantern carried by the infamous Guy Fawkes when he was arrested while attempting to blow the houses of Parliament and the King of England to smithereens

One of Oxford's greatest treasures likely belonged to England's legendary King Alfred the Great.

Used as an example in one of the first dictionary entries for "museum" in 1706.

An extraordinary collection of scientific instruments - and Einstein's chalkboard - inside the world's oldest purpose built museum building.

A miniature village mimics the surrounding buildings so well it includes itself.

Now famous as the "Harry Potter bridge," this impressive concrete viaduct has long been an icon in its own right.

A solemn memorial in a majestic setting that honors a 1692 tragedy.

The highest peak in the United Kingdom has a history of physics, specters, and a pilgrimage of strange objects.

The longest staircase lock in Britain.

In 1990, this 37-foot red steel bottle sailed from New York to England.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.

Edinburgh's oldest statue hides within a parking lot behind the city's iconic cathedral.

This obscure walkway links Edinburgh’s Old Town with one of the city's prime vantage points.

This 17th-century street hidden beneath Edinburgh was once a breeding ground for the black death.

Northern Ireland's Brobdingnagian stepping stones.

This tiny train shuttles passengers to one of Northern Ireland's most spectacular sights.

This short bridge is the only thing connecting a tiny Irish island to the mainland.

The atmospheric road was never meant to be so creepy.