Small and Exclusive Oxford Highlights Tour

4.9
(77 reviews)

1 hour 45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

*SMALL GROUP TOUR - NUMBER RESTRICTED - *QUALIFIED GUIDES*
The tour capacity is approx half the size of other group tours in Oxford and guides are fully qualified - members of The Institute of Tourist Guiding and The Oxford Guild of Tour guides. We are delighted to offer this 'Oxford Highlights' tour to experience the very best of Oxford. Meet at Christ Church memorial gardens for this comprehensive walking tour of the university and see many of the famous colleges and university buildings. Find out how Oxford works and why it is here. Learn about the many famous people who have studied here. This tour represents outstanding value for money as we keep our groups small in size - this allows you to ask questions and interact and for the guide to tune into particular interests. NOTE; 4 pax required to be able to operate this tour and we reserve the right to cancel.

What's Included

Local Blue Badge guide - Fully Qualified and member of The Institute of Tourist Guiding
Small Group Tour - limited numbers
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

On St Aldates, you will see the entrance into Christ Church meadows. We meet there at the gates, on St Aldates and directly opposite Cafe Independent.

End point
Oxford

Each tour is unique and there is no fixed ending point but we will complete the tour in central Oxford. Usually around Broad Street.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Christ Church

    This is a small group tour and half the size of many other tours in Oxford. Start the tour here and admire the architecture of probably the most famous college in Oxford. Many tours do not see Christ Church (from the outside) and we believe this is an excellent place to start the tour and hear an orientation of how it all began. This also gives you an overview to visit Christ Church independently in the afternoon should you wish.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Christ Church Meadow

    Stroll through the meadows with your qualified guides, here we are surrounded by the two rivers - The Thames and the Cherwell. View the Meadow Buildings at Christ Church.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    University Church of St. Mary the Virgin

    Hear how important this church is in the history of Oxford.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Radcliffe Camera

    Marvel at this iconic Oxford building located on Radcliffe Square. Your guide will tell you about the history of not only the Camera but the colleges that are also located in this area - Brasenose and All Souls.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Bodleian Library

    Walk through The Old School Quadrangle, admire The Tower of The Five Orders, see The Radcliffe Camera, go inside The Weston Library. The Bodleian Library has a deep and fascinating history and your qualified guide looks forward to telling you the history.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Sheldonian Theatre

    Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and the ceremonial hall of Oxford University

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Clarendon Building

    Providing an entrance way to 'Oxford University'

    2 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Bridge of Sighs

    Linking two sides of Hertford College, this famous bridge cannot be missed when visiting Oxford

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Oxford

    Simply the best way to see Oxford is on a walking tour with a qualified guide! All guides members of The Institute of Tourist Guiding and The Oxford Guild of Tour Guides so you can be assured of a quality tour. Each tour is unique, does not follow a script and the best route will be chosen on the day to maximize your time in Oxford and in conjunction with opening times of the colleges. The tour will cover all the main sites of Oxford (from the outside) including The Bodleian library, The Radcliffe Camera, The Bridge of Sighs, The Sheldonian Theatre, University Church, All Souls College, Brasenose College and much, much more!   For any Harry Potter or Morse fan's - there will be a few mentions along the way (but do book a themed tour if you are an avid fan!) Tour will finish in a central location with plenty of suggestion for what to do for lunch and beyond! Don't take our word for it - read over 1000 5 star reviews on TripAdvisor where we are number 1 for tours in Oxford.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Walking Tours of Oxford

Tags

Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Small Group
DSA non-compliant

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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