About

The Bate Collection of Musical Instruments in downtown Oxford is a captivating museum and attraction that promises a fascinating experience. Home to a large and impressive collection, this free-admission museum is suitable for children and adults alike. With friendly and informative staff on hand, visitors can delve into an amazing world of musical history. Highly recommended for its wonderful exhibition, the Bate Collection offers a very special journey through the evolution of sound.

Features

Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for children

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Westgate (Stop M4)
Bus stop 419 m walk
St Aldates (Stop H5)
Bus stop 172 m walk
High Street (Stop L3)
Bus stop 360 m walk
Speedwell Street (Stop S1)
Bus stop 97 m walk
Brasenose College
Bus stop 419 m walk

Reviews and Ratings

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4.7
based on 87 reviews
4.7/5 87 reviews
Tonÿ Garrett
Tonÿ Garrett
12 months ago on Google

Wonderful museum, huge collection of instruments and a chance to play a Theremin. Great place

Petra Hollós
Petra Hollós
8 August 2024 on Google

It's an amazing, very special exhibition with many instruments, I absolutely recommend to visit it in Oxford!

Brian McFadÿen
Brian McFadÿen
22 April 2024 on Google

Very well organized collection of interesting variations of instruments you may be familiar with. Interesting backgrounds and some very old styles. Free entry!