Highlights
Discover the historic charm of Oxford on this immersive day tour from London. Travel in a luxury minibus and enjoy a guided experience led by Oxford University students. Visit the iconic Bodleian Library, explore Christ Church College, and engage with vibrant stories and insider knowledge that breathe life into this academic haven. With ample free time to wander, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the traditions and architecture that define Oxford's prestigious heritage. - Full-day tour lasting approximately 10 hours from London to Oxford - Includes transportation, entrance to Bodleian Library, Christ Church College and another College at Oxford - Small group sizes for a personal and engaging experience - Guided by current Oxford University students, ensuring authentic insights
About This Deal
Duration
10 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Balliol College
Broad Street, , Oxford
One of Oxford’s oldest colleges, its grand medieval façade offers a striking glimpse into centuries of academic tradition. Covered Externally.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Trinity College
Broad Street, Oxford
Known for its elegant Georgian architecture and spacious green quadrangles, the college presents a serene and timeless scene along Broad Street. Its storied history dates back to the 16th century, adding weight to its graceful exterior. Depending on availability on the day of travel, this site is usually entered if possible - otherwise an alternative College will be used.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Exeter College
Turl Street, Oxford
With its ornate chapel spire and richly detailed stonework, this college creates a picturesque corner of Turl Street. Founded in 1314, its exterior reflects the enduring legacy of Oxford’s medieval scholarship. Covered externally.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hertford College
Catte Street, Oxford
A charming blend of old and new stone buildings, it is most famous for the nearby Bridge of Sighs. Its setting along Catte Street captures the cozy intimacy of Oxford’s historic lanes. Covered externally.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Magdalen College
High Street, Oxford
Its soaring tower dominates the skyline, a landmark that has welcomed visitors since the 15th century. Surrounded by lush grounds and riverside walks, the exterior radiates both grandeur and natural beauty.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lincoln College
Turl Street, , Oxford
Seen from Turl Street, its honey-colored walls and traditional college gatehouse offer a perfect snapshot of Oxford’s architectural heritage. Founded in 1427, it is steeped in history. Covered externally.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: History of Science Museum
Broad Street, Oxford
Housed in the world’s oldest surviving purpose-built museum building, its distinctive façade marks a place where centuries of scientific innovation are celebrated. Covered externally.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Weston Library
Bodleian Library Broad Street, Bodleian Library, Oxford
A bold, modernist contrast to Oxford’s medieval stone, the Weston offers a clean, symmetrical exterior. It houses rare manuscripts and treasures of knowledge, reflecting the city’s enduring academic spirit.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Martyrs' Memorial
13 Magdalen Street, , Oxford
This ornate Gothic monument commemorates the Oxford Martyrs of the Reformation. Its spire-like design and intricate carving make it a moving visual landmark.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Sheldonian Theatre
Broad Street, Oxford, Oxford
Designed by Christopher Wren, its elegant curves and classical detailing stand out on Broad Street. Historically used for university ceremonies, it remains a symbol of Oxford’s grandeur.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: New College
Holywell Street, , Oxford
The college’s medieval walls, often used in filming, are visible from the street, offering glimpses of a 14th-century institution that played a key role in shaping Oxford’s identity. With your Oxford University student guide, you will hear about day to day College life.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Bodleian Library
Broad Street, University Of Oxford, Oxford
An icon of Oxford’s intellectual heritage, the Bodleian’s exterior is a masterwork of English Gothic architecture, representing centuries of scholarship. Made up of over 20 different buildings, we will cover some of the main locations in central Oxford externally, whilst also entering the Western Library (part of the Bodleian) and Divinity School, the oldest part of the Bodleian Library/
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Bridge of Sighs
New College Ln., Oxford
This distinctive covered bridge, arching gracefully over New College Lane, is one of Oxford’s most photographed architectural features and a romantic symbol of the city.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Radcliffe Camera
Radcliffe Square, , Oxford
Arguably one of the most iconic sites at Oxford, and part of the Bodleian Library. With its grand dome and circular form, the Radcliffe Camera is one of Oxford’s most recognizable landmarks, embodying the elegance of 18th-century neoclassical design.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: All Souls College
High Street, Oxford
Its impressive twin towers and refined façade present an image of exclusivity and prestige, reflecting its unique history as a graduate-only college. Covered externally.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
The High Street, University of Oxford, Oxford
A stunning example of English Gothic, its spire is one of Oxford’s tallest. From the street, the intricate stonework speaks to centuries of religious and academic history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Merton College
Merton Street, Oxford
Founded in the 13th century, Merton’s crenellated walls and medieval architecture make it a living monument to Oxford’s earliest collegiate traditions.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Christ Church Meadow
Oxford
This sweeping green expanse offers tranquil views of the River Thames and the college towers, a pastoral counterpoint to Oxford’s stone streets.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Christ Church
St. Aldates, University Of Oxford, Oxford
With its Harry Potter filming connection, and wealth of history; this is one of the best Colleges for a visitor to Oxford to enter. See it's imposing Tom Tower designed by Christopher Wren and centuries-old architecture, Christ Church is one of Oxford’s most iconic and historically significant colleges. This tour includes entrance, when you will be given a Christ Church audio headset and able to explore at your own pace.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The itinerary notes 3hrs and 25minutes of attractions for the physical tour in Oxford. The remaining time will be free time, and transport time.
Meet on the corner of Gloucester Road and Courtfield Road; look out for a green and white umbrella
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