Oxford University Walking Tour by Alumni™ & Optional New College
Reviews Summary
Customers consistently reported enjoyable and informative experiences, praising the tours for providing historical insights and student perspectives. Many highlighted the personalized feel of smaller group tours.
Features
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1.5 hours
- Exceptional access to interiors (WHEN ACCESSIBLE)
- Oxford University Student or Graduate Guide
- Learn about the Oxbridge application process from a student
- Learn about Oxford history and anecdotes
- Gain an insight into student life at an elite university
- Gratuities
- Indoor access to structures unless booked in advance
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Walk through Oxford with someone who knows it from the inside. Our guides are Oxford students or graduates who combine personal experience with a deep knowledge of the city’s history and architecture. The 90-minute tour includes landmarks like the Sheldonian Theatre, Radcliffe Square, and the Bridge of Sighs.
The tour...
- Duration from 1 Hour and 30 Minutes to 2 Hours and 30 Minutes
- Group Tour
- Max 24 people in the group
- 1
Broad Street
Meet the guide OUTSIDE the address, not inside. The location is not part of our business. The meeting point is the RED PILLAR MAILBOX in front of 11 Broad Street.
Your guide wears a royal blue item of clothing with a heraldic shield—this may be a jacket, cap, beanie, scarf,...- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 2
Balliol College
Gain an overview of one of the oldest universities in the world while admiring the first of many architecturally grand buildings.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 3
Trinity College
Take a look into some of the strange traditions that come with an old and prestigious university. From pranks to tortoises, student life certainly isn’t boring here!
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 4
Sheldonian Theatre
Learn about the 13 busts visible atop the pillars, and get an insiders’ correction of a common misconception.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 5
Oxford
Hear about the intricacies of the Oxford graduation ceremony, and, if possible, take a look inside the Divinity School which was famously used in the Harry Potter films.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 6
Bodleian Library
A library with a long history, find out about some of the treasures kept among the 12 million books here.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 7
Radcliffe Camera
A dome that is famous for being one of the Oxford Dreaming Spires, and a Camera which has nothing to do with photography? Contradictions abound here, and your guide will make sure you don’t get lost in them!
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 8
All Souls College
All Souls is a very prestigious college which requires an incredibly stringent examination to be completed by all prospective students. Your guide can give you examples of past questions; how do you think you would fare?
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 9
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
The University Church is a great location to understand some of the tensions between so called ‘Town and Gown’, and of course is a stunning building to appreciate!
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 10
Oriel College
A controversial piece of university history, learn why there have been protests against honouring one of the main funders of the College.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 11
Christ Church Meadow
One of the most famous sites in Oxford, there are many powerful figures associated with this college!
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 12
Holywell Street
##IMPORTANT: This option is available only if selected at the time of booking.
Access times for New College – Spring/Summer 2025 (10th March to 14th October):
Open daily from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Last entry at 4:30 pm. All visitors must leave the premises by 5:00 pm.The self-guided...
- Duration 45 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included•
- Guided Experience
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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