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

This Norman castle was once the site of a Victorian-era prison, and now exists as a luxury hotel.

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

Inside this church is an obscure piece of art carved by the famous Alice Liddell.

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

This hidden 13th-century tavern room has a few Shakespearean connections.

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

This battery powered bell has been ringing since 1840 and is one of the worlds longest running science experiments.

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

The beloved fantasy novelist is buried near a church containing a whimsical etched glass window full of Narnia favorites.

The names Lúthien and Beren can be found inscribed on the shared grave of the famous writer and his beloved wife and muse.

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

The weathered grave of a medieval anchoress who walled herself up in a cell attached to a church.

The medieval legend behind this holy well was one of the inspirations behind "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland."

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

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

Oxford University's stateliest library seems designed to make students truly feel the weight of knowledge.

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

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

An Oxford museum where visitors can have tea with the Mad Hatter and climb through the wardrobe to a fantasy land.