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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

One of Europe's oldest libraries.

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