Visit Oxford

Whether you’re a football fanatic, leisure lover, arts enthusiast, foodie, or a mix of them all, your perfect getaway awaits in “America’s Best College Town,” Oxford, MS. Just an hour south of Memphis, Oxford has long been touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South,” and for good reason. Embrace the area’s rich literary heritage with a visit to Rowan Oak, the historic home of Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner, or spend an afternoon browsing Square Books, the nationally recognized independent bookstore on the historic Square. Discover unique boutiques and locally owned shops, including Neilson's Department Store, the South’s oldest department store. Savor flavors ranging from down-home Southern comfort food to innovative cuisine at James Beard-recognized and Michelin Guide-recommended restaurants, along with everything in between. At day’s end, unwind at one of Oxford’s charming boutique or brand-name hotels. No matter the season, Oxford’s signature Southern hospitality and timeless charm will make you feel right at home. Plan your next trip at VisitOxfordMS.com.

• Home to the University of Mississippi, "Ole Miss" - SEC caliber sporting events occurring all year long
• The Square - Oxford's historic downtown area is the cultural heart of the community and features dozens of locally-owned restaurants and shops
• Rowan Oak – William Faulkner’s home that now serves as a museum in remembrance of the Nobel Prize-winning author
• Wonderbird Distillery – a grain to glass gin distillery, located just 10 miles from downtown Oxford. Wonderbird offers tours and tastings
• Tailgating in the Grove – experience the “holy grail of tailgating” in Ole Miss’s 10-acre green space – the Grove
• Dining at James Beard-recognized and Michelin Guide-recommended restaurants
• Double Decker Arts Festival – a celebration of food, music and the arts – is a city-wide festival held each April that features over 150 regional art vendors and 2 days of free music in the historic Square
• Holly Jolly Holidays takes place late November through early January each holiday season, turning mTrade Park into a winter wonderland with Oxford On Ice and Walk of Lights
• Thacker Mountain Radio hour is a weekly live show on ursdays during the spring and fall semesters featuring livemusic and author readings
• Two Blues Trail Markers & The Blues Archive at University of Mississippi

Oxford is a centrally located destination in the Southeast, making it an ideal choice for regional sporting events and group travel. Situated within a comfortable driving distance of major markets across Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, and Louisiana, Oxford allows teams and spectators to travel regionally with convenience. Being little over an hour drive from the Memphis International Airport allows for national travel as well. Oxford boasts a walkable downtown, a wide variety of hotels and dining options, and a welcoming atmosphere.

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