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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Building on from our standard Oxford University & City Tour (the single highest reviewed tour of Oxford) comes this extended version, which includes visiting multiple Colleges and guarantees entrance into Christ Church; allowing you to visit one of the most famous Colleges at Oxford University. Coupled with entering the Bodleian Library, this is has been designed as the ultimate Oxford experience, from the highest rated tour companies in Oxford.
Often mistaken for being the entire Oxford University, Christ Church is not only one of the largest colleges but certainly the most famous. From its links to royalty, and one of the most significant film sites for Harry Potter in England; make the best of your time in Oxford with this extended tour.
In addition to this we will be entering another historic College at the University, various parts of the Bodleian Library, along with covering the most iconic sites of the University spread around the city centre.
Balliol College, Oxford, United Kingdom Argued to be the oldest College at Oxford University 5 minutes
Trinity College, Oxford, United Kingdom One of the most beautiful Colleges at Oxford University dating back to 1555 10 minutes
Exeter College, Oxford, United Kingdom Founded in 1314, notable for where Tolkien attended as a student 5 minutes
Hertford College, Oxford, United Kingdom With a history dating back to 1282, this College is known as one of the most progressive at Oxford. A good chance to tackle the rather slowing moving image of Oxford. 5 minutes
Magdalen College, Oxford, United Kingdom Established in 1458 this is the largest College at Oxford. With incredible grounds, it even boasts it own Deer Park. Home to C.S Lewis and Oscar Wilde. 20 minutes
Lincoln College, Oxford, United Kingdom Built in 1427, it has a historic rivalry with its neighbours
History of Science Museum, Oxford, United Kingdom Famous for housing Albert Einstein's chalkboard with his markings preserved from the series of lectures he provided at Oxford. 5 minutes
Weston Library, Oxford, United Kingdom A dramatic example of Brutalist architecture, contrasting the typically Victorian Neo-Gothic style, that Oxford is famous for. Responsible for housing over 5 million books - including some of the most important in the history of the human race, with a stunningly modern interior following an extensive renovation. 10 minutes
Martyrs' Memorial, Oxford, United Kingdom Often overlooked, but arguably the most important religious site in Oxford. Belies the dark conflict in England between Protestants and Catholics which lead to many gruesome deaths 5 minutes
Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford, United Kingdom Finished in 1669 by Sir Christopher Wren. This plays host to the most import ceremonies at Oxford University. 5 minutes
New College, Oxford, United Kingdom Often mistaken as "new" dating back to 1379, an important model for how all 5 minutes
Bodleian Library, Oxford, United Kingdom One of the most important libraries in England built in 1602, responsible for over 12 million books with documents dating back to the Pharaohs. 10 minutes
Bridge of Sighs, Oxford, United Kingdom The most photographed site at Oxford 5 minutes
Radcliffe Camera, Oxford, United Kingdom The most iconic site in Oxford (what you normally see on the postcards). Certainly worth the hype, but is used for a far different function from what most people think. 5 minutes
All Souls College, Oxford, United Kingdom The most exclusive academic institution in the world, home to Laurence of Arabia and some of the best traditions at Oxford University 5 minutes
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Oxford, United Kingdom The epicentre of Oxford University, belying its religious foundations. Also houses some of the most detailed grotesques in Oxford. 5 minutes
Merton College, Oxford, United Kingdom With a reputation as being the most academically inclined College, along with a starting date of 1264 - it's a crucial part of any tour in Oxford. Renowned for having exceptional food for its students! 5 minutes
Christ Church Meadow, Oxford, United Kingdom A unique space in the centre of Oxford, with a strong link to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. 10 minutes
Christ Church, Oxford, United Kingdom Christ Church is one of the most celebrated Colleges at Oxford. Nearly 500 years old it has a seriously impressive collection of buildings along with a strong Harry Potter and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland connection.
The guide will provide a comprehensive external overview of the College and its grounds before you enter with a multimedia audio guide, so you can explore the vast grounds at your own pace. We recommend an hour for this - following the completion of this, the experience will have ended.
60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The primary purpose of the University is a functioning educational institution. Itinerary changes can occur on the day due to closures to the public, but these sites will be replaced with equally excellent sites; there is a wealth of them. Should the Bodleian or Christ Church not be available, we will warn you in advance and offer a full refund. We are the only company in Oxford to operate under such generous terms.
On arrival at Christ Church your guide will give you extensive external overview, before you enter without your guide, accompanied with multimedia headset which provides an extensive audio experience, designed by the team at Christ Church themselves.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
LGSnowy
03 Apr 2022
Daniel was an excellent walking tour guide. Enthusiastic and entertains and well as knowledgeable- would highly recommend but would definitely ask for Daniel!
X5620VJalexm
24 Aug 2021
Best tour guide I could have asked for, me and my mother had an excellent time listening to Charlie talk about the history of schools, Oxford, laws about alcohol, and why Oxford is superior to anywhere else. I would gladly go on such a tour again with such a great tour guide. 10/10.
G8402MYsuzannec
15 Aug 2021
We did the free 2 hour tour of Oxford. Trevor our guide was great, really engaging and he made the 2 hours very informative and entertaining.
Definitely recommend, great way to see the sights and learn about the city.
This tour in
England
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Footprints Tours Limited
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