City Sightseeing Oxford Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

4.6 (1,271 reviews) Oxford, England
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LanguagesGerman, Russian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish

Overview

Discover the beautiful Oxford on an unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour for 24 or 48 hours! At your own pace, see all of the history and architectural beauty this city has to offer, hopping on and off the double-decker bus whenever you please. From the open-top deck you'll experience panoramic views of Christ Church College, Brasenose College, The Plain, the Sheldonian Theatre, Trinity College and even The Eagle and Child pub where J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis would meet up for a beverage! The on-board audio tour commentary will be sure to keep you fascinated, providing intriguing facts on the way round. Also enjoy an expertly guided walking tour, for a closer look at the local culture.

Options

24-Hour Bus Ticket

This ticket includes a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour and a 45-minute Stepping Through Oxford Walking Tour (seasonal).

48-Hour Bus Ticket

This ticket includes a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour and a 45-minute Stepping Through Oxford Walking Tour (seasonal).

What's included

  • 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • On-board audio commentary available 14 languages + free headphones
  • 40-minute River Cruise (only if Bus + River Cruise ticket is selected)
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • 60-minute Oxford Uncovered Walking Tour
  • Vouchers are valid for 12 months from travel date selected at check-out
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Historic City & University Route

Until 17th July: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6pm. Frequency: every 15 minutes. 18th July - 1st September: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6:30pm. Frequency: every 15 minutes. 2nd September - 23rd October: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5pm. Frequency: every 15 minutes (Saturday & Sunday), every 20 minutes (Monday - Friday). 24th October - 1st November: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5pm. Frequency: every 20 minutes

  1. Railway Station
  2. Park End Street
  3. Gloucester Green Bus Station (Bay 7)
  4. Oxford Castle
  5. Westgate Shopping Centre
  6. Speedwell Street
  7. Christ Church
  8. The Radcliffe Camera
  9. The Queen's College
  10. St. Cross Road
  11. South Parks Road
  12. Wadham College
  13. Trinity College
  14. Parks Road
  15. Banbury Road
  16. Woodstock Road
  17. St. Giles Church
  18. Martyr's Memorial

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Until 17th July: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6pm. Frequency: every 15 minutes
  • 18th July - 1st September: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6:30pm. Frequency: every 15 minutes
  • 2nd September - 23rd October: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5pm. Frequency: every 15 minutes (Saturday & Sunday), every 20 minutes (Monday - Friday)
  • 24th October - 1st November: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5pm. Frequency: every 20 minutes
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Live Guided Bus Tour: Departs from Stop 9. Departure Times: 10:55am, 11:55am, 12:55pm, 1:55pm, 2:55pm and 3:55pm. Last tour concludes at approximately 4:55pm at Stop 9
  • Oxford Uncovered Walking Tour: Duration: 60 minutes. Departure Point: Visitor Information Point, City Sightseeing Oxford, 44-45 High Street, OX1 4AP. Schedule: Daily, every hour from 11am - 4pm (subject to availability)
  • Please note that the guided walking tour is seasonal, and customers should enquire upon arrival for more information.
  • Mobile or paper vouchers accepted. Paper vouchers must be redeemed at City Sightseeing shop in Oxford Railway Station. Mobile vouchers can be redeemed at any of the bus stops along the route
  • Vouchers are valid for 12 months from the travel date selected at check-out
  • River Cruise (if Bus + River Cruise ticket is selected): Customers will get a code for the boat when they redeem their bus ticket. This can be used when boarding the boat. 40-minute return trips daily to Iffley Lock at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm and 5pm. These cruises run from April to the end of September - subject to weather conditions. Children under 3 go free. 3 and 4 year olds can buy their boat tickets at the boat

Cancellation policy

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

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