Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
The best view of Oxford from its most iconic tower. By historical decree, no other building in Oxford can be built higher than it.
Carfax Tower Entry
Departure Point
Carfax Tower, Oxford, United Kingdom
Carfax Tower, Oxford, United Kingdom The tower is all that remains of the 13th century St Martin’s Church, the official city church of Oxford from 1122. In 1896, the main part of the church was demolished to make more room for traffic in the area. The tower is 74 feet tall and no building in central Oxford may be constructed higher than it. As such, it’s possible to climb the 99 steps to the top of the tower for an amazing view over the Oxford skyline. Hop off the Open Top Bus at Stop 7 to visit us!
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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.
TKDDragonLady
16 Apr 2023
Lovely views (despite damp grey day), good to get your bearings. Not a strenuous or difficult climb although staircase with 99 steps is narrow. Great tips & local knowledge from Jules at the desk for places to visit in Oxford- couldn’t see them all today but we will be back- thanks Jules!
deborahmould
26 Mar 2023
Great views from the top. Worth going up the spiral staircase. A beautiful building. Worth visiting.
Sahloff79
19 Feb 2023
A surprising highlight of my day in Oxford. Pitched perfectly at £3 it was excellent value. Had a lovely sunny crisp day to admire the Oxford skyline and had the place to myself!
A few information panels halfway up and a great way to get my bearings in the city.
This tour in
Oxford
is organized by
City Sightseeing Oxford
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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