Two-Day Itinerary: Oxford, Bath, Stonehenge, and Durdle Door

  1. Day 1: Oxford
    1 hour 30 minutes (62 miles) from London

    Explore the charming city of Oxford, home to the prestigious University of Oxford and its stunning 13th-century architecture. Take a guided tour of the university's historic colleges and libraries, including the Bodleian Library and Radcliffe Camera. Visit the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology, which houses a vast collection of art and artefacts spanning centuries. Afterwards, stroll the picturesque Oxford Botanic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in Britain, and end your day with a hearty meal at The Trout, a traditional pub overlooking the River Thames.

  2. Day 2: Bath and Stonehenge
    1 hour 30 minutes (77 miles) from Oxford

    Start your day in the beautiful city of Bath and visit the Roman Baths, a well-preserved Roman site and hot spring. Continue to the Bath Abbey, a stunning Gothic church with a rich history dating back to the 7th century. After lunch, travel to Stonehenge, a legendary prehistoric monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about its mysteries and origins at the visitor centre, and then take a shuttle to the site itself. Take in the awe-inspiring sight of the standing stones and ponder their ancient significance. If time allows, stop by the nearby town of Salisbury to see its impressive cathedral. Finally, end your day with a dramatic sunset at the iconic Durdle Door, a natural limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Oxford University and Colleges Tour (2 hours, £25)
  • Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology (2 hours, free admission)
  • Oxford Botanic Garden (1 hour, £5)
  • The Trout Pub (2 hours, £30)
  • Roman Baths (2 hours, £22)
  • Bath Abbey (1 hour, £4)
  • Stonehenge Visitor Centre and Shuttle (2 hours, £21.10)
  • Salisbury Cathedral (1 hour, £8)
Total Estimated Costs: £115.10
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