Title: Visit Benson: Best of Benson Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Benson](https://expedia.ca/Benson-Hotels.d6147614.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Benson](https://expedia.ca/Benson-Vacation-Rentals.d6147614.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Benson Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Benson.d6147614.Car-Rental-Guide)[Benson Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Benson.d6147614.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Benson ## Travel Guide ![Mill stream over the garden The house on the right is marked up as a mill on the map and the stream from it is in the mid-picture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5456/d3d6594a-c289-4825-aa9c-f24a00162c56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5456/d3d6594a-c289-4825-aa9c-f24a00162c56.jpg) by [Bill Nicholls](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/21460) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Mill stream over the garden The house on the right is marked up as a mill on the map and the stream from it is in the mid-picture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5456/d3d6594a-c289-4825-aa9c-f24a00162c56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5456/d3d6594a-c289-4825-aa9c-f24a00162c56.jpg) by [Bill Nicholls](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/21460) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Walkway over the spillway Looking up the Thames from the walkway over it at Benson.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5456/7a80b6cf-9beb-4441-8ebc-ba47320bd610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5456/7a80b6cf-9beb-4441-8ebc-ba47320bd610.jpg) by [Bill Nicholls](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/21460) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Fishing in the weir pool Solitary fisherman on the side of the weir at Benson hoping to catch the big one.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5456/f0de8458-507e-4edd-a3c0-74b5892c2f25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5456/f0de8458-507e-4edd-a3c0-74b5892c2f25.jpg) by [Bill Nicholls](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/21460) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Moored on its own Rather expensive boat moored up on its own along the Thames path at Benson.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5456/9b5dfe51-fdc0-4665-bece-b8b7fde0a70a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5456/9b5dfe51-fdc0-4665-bece-b8b7fde0a70a.jpg) by [Bill Nicholls](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/21460) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Benson Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6147614) - Benson Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Benson ![Malmaison Oxford](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7733900/7733850/84dc4c15_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Malmaison Oxford 3 Oxford Castle Oxford England Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $220 CA $264 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews) Really nice hotel, likes the quirkiness of it being a prison but has all the luxuries of a hotel. Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=7733850&PinnedHotelID=7733850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6147614) ![pentahotel Reading](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5200/5138/7e8099f3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### pentahotel Reading Oxford Road Reading England CA $118 CA $141 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Reading. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews) Clean, quiet room, comfy bed. Easy check in and check out. Couldn't ask for more Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=5138&PinnedHotelID=5138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6147614) ![Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/79100/79021/475fd192_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa Milton Common Thame England CA $117 CA $140 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Thame. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Hotel and amenities very good at this price point. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=79021&PinnedHotelID=79021&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6147614) [See all 2,489 properties in Benson](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6147614) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![PREMIER SUITES Reading](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15864200/15864193/13cd384e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### PREMIER SUITES Reading Minster Court Reading England Stay at this aparthotel in Reading. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Oracle and John Lewis Reading are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (161 reviews) Excellent location . Pleasant staff. Clean but the room has a weird chemical smell . The bedroom is very small while the living area is unnecessarily big !! The lift was out order throughout our 9-day stay . Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Reading-Hotels-PREMIER-SUITES-Reading.h15864193.Hotel-Information) ![Noa Residence](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11900000/11900000/11899946/43a1cbda_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Noa Residence 200 Woodstock Road Oxford England Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Blenheim Palace and Port ... 7/10 Good! (38 reviews) It was good Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Oxford-Hotels-Noa-Residence.h11899946.Hotel-Information) ![Beautiful central apartment with parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74800000/74794700/74794621/e92df8e0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beautiful central apartment with parking Castle Mews Oxford England Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Oxford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Oxford Castle and New Theatre Oxford are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews) The apartment was clean, kitchen area was nice to have, plus washer/dryer. There are 2 flights of stairs up to the apartment, so something to keep in mind. The QR code was helpful for info about the radiator, but there was nothing about the towel rack. I’m assuming it’s not functional. Beds were ... 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Benson hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6147614&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[Feb 12 - Feb 13](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6147614&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6147614&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[Feb 13 - Feb 14](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6147614&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6147614&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6147614&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6147614&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6147614&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Dorchester Abbey You can find out about the history of Dorchester-on-Thames with a stop at Dorchester Abbey. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Dorchester-Abbey-Wallingford.d6262506.Vacation-Attraction) #### Thames Path Explore the great outdoors at Thames Path, a lovely green space in Crowmarsh Gifford. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Thames-Path-Wallingford.d6273506.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Ridgeway You can take time to visit The Ridgeway during your travels to Moulsford on Thames. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Ridgeway-Wallingford.d644090073257111552.Vacation-Attraction) #### Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary See the exotic and native animals who live at Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary during your trip to Brightwell-cum-Sotwell. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Island-Farm-Donkey-Sanctuary-Wallingford.d553248621555971275.Vacation-Attraction) #### Wallingford Museum You can study the exhibits at Wallingford Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Wallingford. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Wallingford-Museum-Wallingford.d553248621555971278.Vacation-Attraction) #### Brightwell Vineyard You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Brightwell Vineyard during your travels to Brightwell-cum-Sotwell. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Brightwell-Vineyard-Wallingford.d553248621555971279.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Oxford: Alumni-led Walking Tour w/opt New College](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46153171/b0f4cfb9-2842-460b-8e5e-a4bb53550bfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oxford University: Walking Tour By AlumniTM & New College CA $42 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oxford-university-walking-tour-by-alumnitm-new-college.a46153171.activity-details) ![Shared | Oxford University Punting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5098858/c079d3cf-7325-43d1-96e6-8379937a93da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oxford University | Punting Tour CA $47 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oxford-university-punting-tour.a5098858.activity-details) ![Luggage Storage in Oxford](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47838892/5393a78a-175c-4969-b40c-82df16b9873e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luggage Storage in Oxford CA $12 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/luggage-storage-in-oxford.a47838892.activity-details) ![Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1084396/3c8fb0b3-b96e-42ae-bf3a-c28d6f6399a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College CA $56 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/harry-potter-walking-tour-of-oxford-including-new-college.a1084396.activity-details) ![Oxford: Alumni-led Tour & Punt w/ New College Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44519563/5debf5a3-bf5e-4691-8ff4-85dcc75b254c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oxford University Walk & Punt Tour by AlumniTM & New College CA $93 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oxford-university-walk-punt-tour-by-alumnitm-new-college.a44519563.activity-details) ![Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4547764/6356da64-5300-4717-b63b-bf213fc5d02d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide CA $56 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oxford-university-and-city-walking-tour-with-alumni-guide.a4547764.activity-details) [See all activities in Benson](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Benson.d6147614.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Benson ![We stayed a night in their chapel from the 18th century converted into a home. #oldchapels #sixbells #InStone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009464/6beee78d-69ec-4756-ba43-9656ea985502.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Warborough ![Brethren's Meeting Room This is quite a new development by the Plymouth Brethren. No chance of getting any nearer, they've spent a lot of money on fencing.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000437377/abe0e77e-cf32-45b9-ace3-15105a59b0f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Des Blenkinsopp](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/43370) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Brightwell-cum-Sotwell - Cities near Benson - Places of interest [Warborough](https://expedia.ca/Warborough.dx3000009464)[Brightwell-cum-Sotwell](https://expedia.ca/Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell.dx3000437377)[Crowmarsh](https://expedia.ca/Crowmarsh.dx993616655217537024)[Nuffield](https://expedia.ca/Nuffield.dx993616664222617600)[Berrick Salome](https://expedia.ca/Berrick-Salome.dx993622836642267136) - [Blenheim Palace ](https://expedia.ca/Blenheim-Palace-Woodstock.d6094177.Vacation-Attraction) - [University of Oxford ](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Oxford-Oxford-City-Centre.d6193233.Vacation-Attraction) - [Thames River ](https://expedia.ca/Thames-River-England.d553248621532493801.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cliveden House ](https://expedia.ca/Cliveden-House-Maidenhead.d6140522.Vacation-Attraction) - [John Radcliffe Hospital ](https://expedia.ca/John-Radcliffe-Hospital-Headington.d553248624475941957.Vacation-Attraction) - [Oxford Castle ](https://expedia.ca/Oxford-Castle-Oxford-City-Centre.d6193211.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bodleian Library ](https://expedia.ca/Bodleian-Library-Oxford-City-Centre.d6092267.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wokefield Park Golf Club ](https://expedia.ca/Wokefield-Park-Golf-Club-Reading.d6260372.Vacation-Attraction) - [Welford Park ](https://expedia.ca/Welford-Park-Newbury.d6084013.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hughenden Manor ](https://expedia.ca/Hughenden-Manor-High-Wycombe.d553248621555971908.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wycombe Swan Theatre ](https://expedia.ca/Wycombe-Swan-Theatre-High-Wycombe.d553248621555971907.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kassam Stadium ](https://expedia.ca/Kassam-Stadium-Littlemore.d6094153.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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