Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

Overview

Building on our standard Oxford University & City Tour (the single highest reviewed tour of Oxford) comes the extended version, which includes visiting 2 Colleges, including guaranteed entrance into Christ Church which allows you to visit one of the most famous Colleges at Oxford University. Coupled with entering the Weston Library and Divinity School of the Bodleian Library, this is has been designed as the ultimate Oxford experience, from the highest rated tour companies in Oxford. Often mistaken for being the entire Oxford University, Christ Church is one of the largest colleges and certainly the most famous. From its links to royalty, and one of the most significant film sites for Harry Potter in England; make the best of your time in Oxford with this extended tour. Additionally, we will be entering another historic College at the University, various parts of the Bodleian Library, and externally covering the most iconic sites of the University spread around the city centre.

Itinerary

1. Balliol College

   Argued to be the oldest College at Oxford University

   · Non-stop passage

2. Trinity College

   One of the most beautiful Colleges at Oxford University dating back to 1555

   · 10 min· Admission included

3. Exeter College

   Founded in 1314, notable for where Tolkien attended as a student

   · Non-stop passage

4. Hertford College

   With a history dating back to 1282, this College is known as one of the most progressive at Oxford. A good chance to tackle the rather slowing moving image of Oxford.

   · 5 min· Admission not included

5. Lincoln College

   Built in 1427, it has a historic rivalry with its neighbours

   · Non-stop passage

6. History of Science Museum

   Famous for housing Albert Einstein's chalkboard with his markings preserved from the series of lectures he provided at Oxford.

   · 5 min· Admission not included

7. Weston Library

   A dramatic example of Brutalist architecture, contrasting the typically Victorian Neo-Gothic style, that Oxford is famous for. Responsible for housing over 5 million books - including some of the most important in the history of the human race, with a stunningly modern interior following an extensive renovation.

   · 5 min

8. Martyrs' Memorial

   Often overlooked, but arguably the most important religious site in Oxford. Belies the dark conflict in England between Protestants and Catholics which lead to many gruesome deaths

   · 5 min

9. Sheldonian Theatre

   Finished in 1669 by Sir Christopher Wren. This plays host to the most import ceremonies at Oxford University.

   · 5 min· Admission not included

10. New College

    Often mistaken as "new" dating back to 1379, an important model for how all

    · 5 min

11. Bodleian Library

    One of the most important libraries in England built in 1602, responsible for over 12 million books with documents dating back to the Pharaohs.

    · 10 min· Admission included

12. Bridge of Sighs

    The most photographed site at Oxford

    · 5 min· Admission not included

13. Radcliffe Camera

    The most iconic site in Oxford (what you normally see on the postcards). Certainly worth the hype, but is used for a far different function from what most people think.

    · 5 min· Admission not included

14. The most exclusive academic institution in the world, home to Laurence of Arabia and some of the best traditions at Oxford University

    · 5 min· Admission not included

15. The epicentre of Oxford University, belying its religious foundations. Also houses some of the most detailed grotesques in Oxford.

    · 5 min· Admission not included

16. With a reputation as being the most academically inclined College, along with a starting date of 1264 - it's a crucial part of any tour in Oxford. Renowned for having exceptional food for its students!

    · 5 min· Admission not included

17. A unique space in the centre of Oxford, with a strong link to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.

    · 5 min

18. Christ Church is one of the most celebrated Colleges at Oxford. Nearly 500 years old it has a seriously impressive collection of buildings along with a strong Harry Potter and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland connection. The guide will provide a comprehensive external overview of the College and its grounds before you enter with a multimedia audio guide, so you can explore the vast grounds at your own pace. We recommend an hour for this - following the completion of this, the experience will have ended.

    · 1 h· Admission included

19. The first purpose built lecture room, and one of the greatest examples of Medieval Architecture in Europe. No wonder it was used in the filming of Harry Potter and other Hollywood films! Explore this famous ceremonial building, with those who have attended the ceremonies! During peak season (June–August), access to the Divinity School is extremely limited due to frequent closures and high demand, and may not be included in the tour. While some companies may claim otherwise, we prefer to be honest upfront rather than risk disappointment on the day. If this is closed on the day, we will substitute it with entrance to another University College.

    · 5 min· Admission included

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

If you miss the departure time of 8am (Mon-Sat) or 9:30am (Sun), for any reason, you will not get a refund

How to use your ticket

Must attend the full tour from start to qualify for any entrances

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• As Oxford University is a working institution, some sites may close without notice. In such rare cases, we’ll show you the best available alternatives, inform you of any major changes in advance, and offer a refund if needed.
• At Christ Church, your guide will provide an in-depth external overview before you enter independently with a multimedia headset created by the Christ Church team.
• During peak season (June–August), access to the Divinity School is extremely limited due to frequent closures and high demand, and may not be included in the tour. While some companies may claim otherwise, we prefer to be honest upfront rather than risk disappointment on the day. We will substitute this site with another College entrance, if not available on your day.
• If you select Pickup option (the more expensive one) the meeting point will be the London address (Gloucester Road Tube Station), otherwise its the Oxford one (15 Broad Street, Oxford)

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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