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Offered languages
- Italian
- Explore the beautiful city of Oxford with an expert, friendly local guide
- See the university buildings and visit a college
- Discover locations where the Harry Potter movies were filmed
- Learn about the collegiate system unique to Oxford and Cambridge
- See the Bridge of Sighs. the Bodleian Library, the Radcliffe Camera, the Sheldonian Theatre and more
Learn about life at the University today. Topics will include: the Oxford tuition system; student life in an Oxford college; the differences between the colleges and their specialities; how you apply to Oxford and how easy is it to get a place at the University?
See several of the Oxford Colleges in the city centre. Whenever possible, the tour will usually include a visit inside one college, such as Exeter College, founded in 1314, St John's College, founded in 1555, or All Souls College, founded in 1438. If possible the visit will include a college chapel, one or two quadrangles and the college garden.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet near the Italiamo Cafe on Broad Street, near the red telephone box.
We often finish at the Radcliffe Camera, but we sometimes end the tour in a different place in central Oxford, depending on the route we decide to take.
Itinerary
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1
Your guide will meet you here and will give you an introduction to the tour.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Sheldonian Theatre (Pass by)
See (from the outside) the Sheldonian Theatre, the university's ceremonial building. Your guide will explain how the Sheldonian Theatre is used by the University for ceremonies and events.
Admission ticket free -
Bodleian Library (Pass by)
See (from the outside) the world famous Bodleian library. Your guide will tell you how the library works today and about how it was founded by Thomas Bodley.
Admission ticket free -
Bridge of Sighs (Pass by)
Your guide will show you Oxford's Bridge of Sighs, named after the Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei sospiri) in Venice
Admission ticket free -
Radcliffe Camera (Pass by)
See the iconic Radcliffe Camera - a great spot for some memorable photos.
Admission ticket free -
2University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
The tour usually visits the University Church.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3All Souls College
Usually on afternoon tours it is possible to visit All Souls College, founded in 1438. It is possible to visit the chapel and 2 quadrangles of the college. Alternatively the tour may visit another college such as Lincoln College, Exeter College or St John's College.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Oriel College (Pass by)
The tour usually stops outside Oriel College (founded in 1326) where we are able to see the first quad. We carry on down Merton Street, famous from its use in many films.
Admission ticket free -
Merton College (Pass by)
The tour usually includes Merton Street, one of Oxford's most beautiful streets and stops outside Merton College, one of Oxford's oldest colleges. Learn about J.R.R.Tolkien who was professor of English at Merton College, and published The Lord of the Rings while he was working here.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start 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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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