London Marylebone to Bicester Village and Oxford

Start your day in the elegant streets around London Marylebone Station with breakfast at the much-loved The Daisy Green. This Australian-style café is known for its excellent coffee, relaxed atmosphere, and colourful brunch plates. Order something indulgent like banana bread sandwiches or smashed avocado on sourdough and ease into the day while watching the neighbourhood wake up.

After breakfast, take a gentle 10–15 minute stroll to Regent's Park, one of central London’s most beautiful green spaces. Walk along the Broad Walk, admire the gardens around the boating lake, or wander through the spectacular flower displays in Queen Mary's Gardens, famous for its rose collection. It’s a calm and refreshing way to begin the day before catching your train.

Head back to Marylebone Station and board a Chiltern Railways train towards Oxford. Your first stop is Beaconsfield, a charming market town. Just a short walk from the station is the wonderfully nostalgic Bekonscot Model Village. Built in the 1920s, it’s the world’s oldest original model village, with tiny towns, railways, and detailed scenes of English life. It’s whimsical, surprisingly intricate, and a delightful place to wander for an hour.

Next, hop back on the train for a quick ride to Bicester Village. This open-air luxury outlet destination is perfect for a relaxed shopping stop. Browse designer boutiques such as Gucci, Prada, and Burberry, often with substantial discounts. Even if shopping isn’t the main goal, the village layout, cafés, and people-watching make it a fun interlude.

Finally, continue on to the historic city of Oxford. Spend the afternoon exploring the honey-coloured streets around University of Oxford. Highlights include the magnificent Radcliffe Camera, the medieval Bodleian Library, and the atmospheric quadrangles of Christ Church College. If you enjoy viewpoints, climb the tower at University Church of St Mary the Virgin for sweeping views across the dreaming spires. A tour on CitySightseeing Oxford is a great open-top bus experience and provides a really convenient way of seeing all the sights then deciding where to hop-off or return to and explore more!

As evening falls, settle in for dinner at Quod Restaurant & Bar on the High Street. The lively brasserie atmosphere and menu of European classics, think steak frites, fresh pasta, and good wine, make it a perfect place to reflect on a day of trains, gardens, miniature villages, shopping, and one of England’s most beautiful historic cities. From here, the station is an easy walk or short taxi ride when you’re ready to head home.