Where was My Oxford Year shot? Revisiting key filming locations of Netflix's latest rom-com starring Sofia Carson

My Oxford Year on Netflix is what every romance film dreams of being. It is poetic, emotional, and most importantly, it is visually beautiful. And yes, it really was filmed in Oxford.

From libraries to colleges, the film brings the characters and their love story to life against a setting that's as interesting as the plot.

Here, we take a look at all the important filming locations that made My Oxford Year feel so real, sad, and unforgettable.

Where was My Oxford Year shot? Revisiting key filming locations of Netflix's latest rom-com starring Sofia Carson

#1. The heart of the story: Magdalen College, Oxford:

Nothing gets a hold of the soul of My Oxford Year like Magdalen College. It's more than just a setting and it feels like a character. This is where Anna spends most of her time in university.

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Magdalen is one of Oxford's most beautiful and historic colleges which gives the My Oxford Year that old Oxford charm. You'll be watching scenes filmed near the quadrangles and the corridors that feel like they have been dipped in literature and all of that Oxford legacy.

It's no surprise then that this college, which once welcomed the very iconic Oscar Wilde, plays an important role in the film's landscape. Watching Anna walk through these grand halls feels like watching someone fall in love with both a person and a place at once.

#2. The literary dreamland: Bodleian and Duke Humfrey’s Library:

For Anna, books are more than just a hobby but they're the reason she crossed an ocean. So it's fitting that her dream comes to life at the Bodleian Library, one of the oldest libraries in Europe. This spot serves up woodwork, endless shelves, and some quiet elegance.

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But the real magic takes place inside Duke Humfrey's Library. This 15th century reading room is where Jamie shares a rare poetry edition with Anna, triggering their slow burning chemistry.

It's a scene that makes any book lover's heart skip a beat. And when they share a kiss among the dusty books, it's clear that for Anna, Oxford is more than school and it's a turning point.

#3. Late-night kebabs and timeless charm: Radcliffe Square, Oxford:

If there's one place that holds on to the the cozy night mood of My Oxford Year, it's Radcliffe Square. It's not just where Anna and Jamie walk under the streetlights but it's also where the city's romance comes to life.

Their midnight snack at a kebab truck in the middle of this square adds a real and quirky moment that sticks with fans.

The square, surrounded by buildings and streets, becomes the setting for small yet meaningful scenes. It's about feeling young, free, and wildly out of your comfort zone. With Saltburn also being filmed here, Radcliffe Square continues to be one of the UK's most cinematic places.

#4. Unexpected beginnings: King Neptune Fish & Chips, Windsor:

Their love story doesn't start off in a college building but it starts off at a fish and chip shop. Jamie's Aston Martin and Anna's confusion over British fried fish make for a meet-cute and low key cute first encounter.

Windsor, known for its royal ties, plays into this charming moment. The casual setting gives a nice contrast to the grandness of Oxford, showing us that sometimes love begins in the most unassuming places like over a plate of fish and chips and a slightly awkward conversation.

#5. Where the stories come alive: Pitt Rivers Museum:

In a film that deals with life and loss, the Pitt Rivers Museum offers a symbolic setting. Its shelves full of human relics and cultural artifacts become the setting for laughter and love.

#6. Oxford’s iconic curve: The Sheldonian Theatre:

Any Oxford based film worth its salt has to feature the Sheldonian Theatre. Its design and lavish interior instantly boost any scene, and in My Oxford Year, it provides the kind of old world academic magic that feels straight out of a dream.

Whether it's students gathering for a lecture or walking through the corridors, the Sheldonian sets the tone for moments of reflection and change. It's also a powerful reminder that even when the romance is at the front, Anna is here to more importantly grow, learn, and leave with something that can't be wrapped up in a relationship.

#7. Big love, big party: Knebworth House, Hertfordshire:

Rom-coms love a grand party, and My Oxford Year delivers one with full flair. The 750th anniversary ball is held at the regal Knebworth House, where spinning carousels and a giant Ferris wheel turn into something so beautiful.

Just outside Oxford, Knebworth adds a fresh visual contrast. It's glitzy, over-the-top, and soaked in British history. The ball becomes the film's peak. It becomes a celebration of love, life, and the choices yet to be made. You might recognize the estate from Batman, but here it's all about Anna and Jamie.

#8. A family estate full of secrets: Hatfield House, Hertfordshire:

We finally meet Jamie's family and theirestate when Anna visits Hatfield House. Think velvet walls and marbled floors. This is where everything builds because this is where Anna starts seeing parts of Jamie's life that don't quite match the man she loves.

The grandness of Hatfield doesn't just wow visually but it also reflects the distance crawling slowly into their romance.

#9. So, was My Oxford Year filmed outside England too?

Yes, briefly. The final act of My Oxford Year takes Anna and Jamie beyond the UK, exploring dreamy locations like the canals of Venice, ancient ruins in Greece, and the historic heart of Amsterdam. These short but emotional scenes add depth to their whirlwind romance and offer a break from Oxford's brick and stone embrace.

My Oxford Year doesn't just tell a story but it lives in its settings. From ivy covered colleges to riverside talks, every scene is shot in places that feel real and rich with emotion.

For fans, it's more than just a rom-com. It's a travel journal, a love letter to Oxford, and a reminder that sometimes the place you go to learn ends up teaching you about life, love, and loss in ways you never expected.