A cream-coloured buildings around a courtyard, with a minaret in the background.

Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies

Saturday 13 September - Open 10:00-15:00; Tours 10:30, 12:00, 14:30
Sunday 14 September - Open 10:00-15:00; Tours 10:30, 12:00, 14:30
Drop in to visit the Gardens, pre-booking required for tours of the Centre

What's on

The Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies is an institution for the advanced study of Islam and the Muslim world founded in 1985 and located in its iconic building on Marston Road first occupied in 2016/17. 

The Gardens are open for self-guided tours to see the King Charles III Garden laid out in a mix of traditional Islamic style and wildflower meadow along with small pre-booked tours of the building with its mix of traditional Oxford College and Islamic influence, including the Mosque and Library.

Key areas covered during the tours will include: the Main Entrance, Quad, Auditorium, Mosque, Oman Hall, Library, and Gardens. Tour times: 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:30 PM.

How to book:

Please note that these tours are now fully booked. Book online via Eventbrite here: Oxford Open Doors: Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies

  • Disabled access: Ramps, lifts
  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets available (including disabled access)

A library with brown wooden bookcases beneath white arches.