Beside the pew where C.S. Lewis often sat while attending church, a window filled with characters from his beloved stories.

This slice of 1960s Danish modernism does not conform to the Oxford college stereotypes.

Over 100 years ago this pyramidal holding cell was reserved for rowdy drunks but now only offers five minute sentences.

A 26-foot shark sculpture—a statement about bombs—set off a municipal battle royale.

The fantastic charm of England's oldest botanical garden has made it a place of writerly inspiration for centuries.

The spot where Oxford garnered its name was also home to a medieval philosopher and includes a house covered in statues.

Site of the first hot air balloon flight conducted by the first English balloonist.

This nondescript building was the birthplace of Morris cars.

This centuries-old pub boasts a collection of more than 4,500 snippets of neckties from around the world.

A theatre built to house the rowdy Oxford graduation ceremonies became the stage for a debate about God's existence.

Hidden in plain sight, this creepy sculpture watches from above.

The spot where three Protestant clergymen were burned at the stake during the reign of "Bloody Mary."

This 11th century tower is said to be the oldest building in Oxford.

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.

A hidden plaque is the only reminder of the lost palace where two storied English kings were born.

The remnants of this unusual bridge await an uncertain fate.

Home to the most complete dodo remains known - one head, and one foot.

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.

Ancient Egyptian wigs, South American feather headdresses, a bounty of anthropological artifacts in Oxford.

A little piece of Oxford's overlooked industrial heritage.

This historic pub is a hidden gem for fans of Lewis Carroll.

Legend says this public grazing area hasn't been plowed for thousands of years.

These ancient ruins were the final resting place of King Henry II's mistress.