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Why people love visiting beautiful Oxford
The waterfalls, forests and gardens are a perfect backdrop to your vacation home in Oxford. This scenic city allures visitors with its fishing and aquarium. Yale Bowl and East Rock Park are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. Are you looking for specific amenities for your getaway? Many of our vacation rentals feature full kitchens and laundry facilities.
Activities
Sightseeing in and around Oxford
Do you want to discover things to do in the city? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that makes Oxford a fun place to get away. These are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Lake Compounce (18.2 mi / 29.3 km)
- Quassy Amusement Park (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
- Laurel View Country Club (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
- Yale Golf Course (11 mi / 17.7 km)
- Great River Golf Club (11.2 mi / 17.9 km)
- Sleeping Giant Golf Course (11.7 mi / 18.9 km)
Natural features
Exploring the natural landscape of Oxford
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Oxford is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- East Rock Park (13.5 mi / 21.7 km)
- Southford Falls State Park (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
- Matthies Memorial Park (2.7 mi / 4.3 km)
- Beacon Falls Town Recreation Field (3.2 mi / 5.2 km)
- Osborndale State Park (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
- Hop Brook Lake (6.9 mi / 11.1 km)
Transport
Transportation options to and around Oxford
Fly into Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford), the closest airport, located 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional), which is 16.9 mi (27.1 km) away.