Oxford : University Tour

4.0 (9 reviews) Oxford, England
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Perfect for history buffs and those looking for a unique gift idea. This tour offers exclusive access to some of the university's oldest colleges, beautiful gardens, and historic chapels.[Enter St Johns and Keble College]This small-group experience, limited to just ten participants, ensures a more personal and engaging atmosphere. This walking tour includes entry to two of the iconic colleges of Oxford University. Discover the unique architecture and philosophy of these storied institutions as you soak up the ambience of this enchanting city. It's a perfect gift for anyone eager to explore the world of academia and enjoy the charm of one of the UK’s most iconic cities.

What's included

  • Guided tour

What to expect

  1. Jesus College
    5m
    Founded by Elizabeth I
    Beautiful architecture and fascinating history
  2. Exeter College
    5m
    Visit one of Oxford’s oldest colleges and learn about its founding financiers who funded the exquisite chapel and fellows quadrangle
  3. Balliol College
    5m
    Visit the first founding college of Oxford University. Founded in 1263 you will learn about the its founding financiers, the buildings architecture, the colleges philosophy, its coat of arms and famous people who studies there. They're several notable noble peace prize winners, scientists and politicians who have come from the Oxford Colleges.
  4. Trinity College
    10m
    Enter one of the Universities oldest colleges and glory in the wonders of its gardens as well as learn about the buildings architecture, the colleges philosophy, its coat of arms and famous people who studies there. They're several notable noble peace prize winners, scientists and politicians who have come from the Oxford Colleges.
  5. Keble College
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Keble has kept up its reputation for being one of the friendliest and most inclusive colleges in Oxford. Its red brick appearance is one of the most unique and beautiful in all of Oxford (although it occasionally suffers from being compared to a lasagne).
  6. St John's College
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Although primarily a producer of Anglican clergymen in the earlier periods of its history, St John's also gained a reputation for both law and medicine. Fellows and alumni have included Archbishop Laud, who became Chancellor of the University in 1629 and was executed in the English Civil War and Jane Austen's father and brothers.
  7. Radcliffe Camera
    10m
    The Bodleian Libraries is a group of 26 libraries that serve the University of Oxford, open to staff, students and other readers. Circle the cobbled streets of the Bodleian Radcliffe camera and learn about the contents that it holds in its three miles of bookshelves and thirteen million books.
  8. Sheldonian Theatre
    5m
    Designed by Christopher Wren, the famous architect, the building is used as a music hall and theatre by the Philharmonic Orchestra and the University for their ceremonial events, initiations and graduation.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet outside the church, beside the cheese shop

End point

Please meet outside the church, beside the cheese shop

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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