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Carfax TowervsUniversity Church of St. Mary the Virgin
Both Carfax Tower and University Church of St. Mary the Virgin are endorsed by professional travelers. Overall, University Church of St. Mary the Virgin scores marginally higher than Carfax Tower. University Church of St. Mary the Virgin ranks #14 in Oxford with praise from 3 publications including Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Carfax Tower
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Corner of Carfax and Cornmarket, Oxford OX1
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Fodor's "Every 15 minutes, little mechanical "quarter boys" mark the passage of time on the tower front. Climb up the 99 steps of the dark stairwell for a good view of the town center." Full review
Lonely Planet "Oxford’s central landmark, towering over what has been a crossroads for 1000 years, is the sole reminder of medieval St Martin’s Church and offers good views over the city centre." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"The 14 C tower is all that remains of St-Martin's church, the centre of the Saxon and Medieval town. From the top of the tower, enjoy a superb view of the High Street." Full review
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin Fodor's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
High St., Oxford OX1 4AH
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Fodor's "The top of the 14th-century tower has a panoramic view of the city's skyline. It's worth the 127 steps. The Vaults and Garden Café, part of the church accessible from Radcliffe Square." Full review
Lonely Planet "Other notable features include the 17th-century twirly-pillared porch, the ornate 14th-century spire and a 19th-century stained-glass window showing the Tree of Jesse. " Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"St Mary the Virgin Church is built in Perpendicular Gothic (late 15 C) and has a 13 C Decorated Gothic tower. From the tower, admire the view of the city's dreaming spires." Full review
