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Meet your Alumni Guide outside 12 Broad Street, by the red post box. They will be wearing a blue hat with the Alumni Tours logo on (or other item of Alumni Tours uniform), and will check you in for your tour

10 minutes

Balliol College

Gain an overview of one of the oldest universities in the world while admiring the first of many architecturally grand buildings.

5 minutes

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!

5 minutes

Sheldonian Theatre

Learn about the 13 busts visible atop the pillars, and get an insiders’ correction of a common misconception.

5 minutes

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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.

10 minutes

Bodleian Library

A library with a long history, find out about some of the treasures kept among the 12 million books here.

5 minutes

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!

5 minutes

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?

5 minutes

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!

5 minutes

Oriel College

A controversial piece of university history, learn why there have been protests against honouring one of the main funders of the College.

10 minutes

Christ Church Meadow

One of the most famous sites in Oxford, there are many powerful figures associated with this college!

10 minutes

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After experiencing the above (and more!) on the walking tour, have a short break and walk to Magdalen Bridge Boathouse, where a manager will meet you and direct you to the departure point for your punting tour!

10 minutes

University of Oxford Botanic Garden (Pass By)

Start your relaxing trip by being chauffeured past the UK’s oldest botanic garden, with the dreaming spires of Oxford peeking over the trees.

Christ Church Meadow (Pass By)

Continue your peaceful trip through the nature of Oxford by passing Christ Church Meadow, a large area owned by the College which allows access to many of the cities boathouses.

St. Hilda's College (Pass By)

One of several extensive College Gardens, St Hilda’s boasts rich wildlife and seasonal colour year-round, perfect to appreciate on your serene trip along the River Cherwell!