Eagle And Child Pub

Historic pub famously known as 'The Bird and Baby', where J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis met regularly with the Inklings literary group. This notable establishment has preserved its traditional atmosphere while celebrating its literary heritage with memorabilia and period features. It sits in Oxford's City Centre & University Colleges, close to the other main sights. It ranks among Oxford's most visited sights, and for good reason - most itineraries include it on day one. Tickets cost £4-6 per pint, food £8-15 and 1-2 hours is enough to see everything without rushing.

Priority: High - do not skip Time needed: 1-2 hours Best for: experience literary history where the lord of the Skip if: You don't drink alcohol or aren't interested in literary history Cost: £4-6 per pint, food £8-15

You'll sit in wood-paneled rooms with low ceilings and traditional furnishings, surrounded by literary memorabilia. The atmosphere feels authentically historic with the buzz of conversation over pints and traditional pub fare.

Accessibility: Ground floor accessible, but upstairs areas and some seating areas have steps

Experience literary history where The Lord of the Rings and Narnia were discussed. That puts it near the top of any Oxford visit, and it deserves the spot. Combine it with Ashmolean Museum and University Church Of St Mary - they are close enough to walk between and together make the strongest half-day in Oxford. Afternoon tends to work best here.

Skip if: You don't drink alcohol or aren't interested in literary history

• Look for the Inklings plaque and memorabilia.
• Try to sit in the Rabbit Room where the writers met.
• Book ahead for Sunday roasts.

Insider tip: The original Rabbit Room is the small back room with the fireplace

Interior photography welcome, historic signage and Inklings memorabilia make good shots