Private | Oxford Uni Walking Tour w/opt New College Entry

From $310.92 per group Lowest Price Guarantee

Select Date and Travelers

You can select up to 6 travelers in total.

Traveler (0-120) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 6

Book online or call: +1 437 970 2890

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

With New College

2 Adults x $501.95

$1,003.90

Approx Total

$1,003.90

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Without New College Entry

2 Adults x $313.72

$627.44

Approx Total

$627.44

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Exceptional access to interiors (when accessible)
Oxford University Student or Graduate Guide
Enter New College (when you book this ticket option)
Receive insights into the Oxbridge Application Process
Receive Insights into Student life
Learn about famous history and alumni

Gratuities
Indoor access to structures unless booked in advance

Overview

Our guides, Oxford alumni or students, blend personal experiences with a passion for the city's history and architecture. The tour is conducted in English and takes place outdoors. Indoor access isn’t included unless booked in advance. For entry to specific colleges, such as New College, request this option ahead of time. Our 90-minute tour covers highlights like Balliol College, Trinity College, Sheldonian Theatre, Bridge of Sighs, Old Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Square, All Souls College, St Mary’s Church, Merton College, Christ Church College Meadows and South Wall. Take a fascinating walk through Oxford, where history comes alive. Visit the meadows where Lewis Carroll first imagined Alice in Wonderland and admire stunning Gothic and Baroque architectures.

Meeting points

Meet at the red post box at 11-12 Broad street (very near the Oxford Campus Stores). Your guide will be wearing an item of royal blue clothing, a jacket, cap, beanie, or polo shirt.

End point

Itinerary

N/A

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
N/A

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

Additional Info

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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Wheelchair users are welcome on the tour. Be cautious of uneven surfaces, curbs, and potential trip hazards. Be aware of vehicles and bicycles, particularly in busy areas

Free Cancellation

February 06100% refund

February 07No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Reviews

4.8

26 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

5 stars

24
4 stars

1
3 stars

0
2 stars

0
1 star

1

We perform checks on reviews

We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her

Compare Similar Experiences