Our Local-Paced Guide to Oxford England Museums, Oxford, England

When we landed in England as part of our international quest to find our perfect retirement, Oxford wasn’t just another stop on our itinerary – it was a return to familiar ground with fresh eyes. Having lived in England for four years during our air force days, we knew the UK would feel both familiar and different as full-time travelers. After six months of exploring Panama, Costa Rica, Portugal, Spain, and France, we’d learned that slow travel – spending real time in each place rather than rushing through – was the key to really understanding if we could call it home.

Living as full-time travelers has taught us to appreciate flexible itineraries that let you adjust your pace based on your interests and energy level. We’ve designed this walking route to be adaptable – you can do it all in one day if you’re feeling ambitious, or spread it across two more relaxed days like we did. The beauty of free museums is that you can pop in for a short visit and return later without feeling like you need to “get your money’s worth. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).