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London to Oxford Day Tour incl Christ Church and Bodleian

By Footprints Tours Limited
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$346 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Discover the historic charm of Oxford on this immersive day tour from London. Travel in a luxury minibus and enjoy a guided experience led by Oxford University students. Visit the iconic Bodleian Library, explore Christ Church College, and engage with vibrant stories and insider knowledge that breathe life into this academic haven. With ample free time to wander, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the traditions and architecture that define Oxford's prestigious heritage.

  • Full-day tour lasting approximately 10 hours from London to Oxford
  • Includes transport, entrance to Bodleian Library, Christ Church College and another College at Oxford
  • Small group sizes for a personal and engaging experience
  • Guided by current Oxford University students, ensuring authentic insights

Activity location

  • Balliol College
    • Broad Street,
    • OX1 3BJ, Oxford, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Balliol College
    • Broad Street,
    • OX1 3BJ, Oxford, United Kingdom

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London to Oxford Day Tour incl Christ Church and Bodleian

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$346.04 x 1 AdultNZ$346.04
Total
Price is NZ$346.04
Until Fri, 17 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Entrance fee
  • Exclusions
    Service charge

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • The itinerary notes 3hrs and 25minutes of attractions for the physical tour in Oxford. The remaining time will be free time, and transport time.

Activity itinerary

Balliol College

  • 5m
One of Oxford’s oldest colleges, its grand medieval façade offers a striking glimpse into centuries of academic tradition. Covered Externally.

Trinity College

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Known for its elegant Georgian architecture and spacious green quadrangles, the college presents a serene and timeless scene along Broad Street. Its storied history dates back to the 16th century, adding weight to its graceful exterior. Depending on availability on the day of travel, this site is usually entered if possible - otherwise an alternative College will be used.

Exeter College

  • 5m
With its ornate chapel spire and richly detailed stonework, this college creates a picturesque corner of Turl Street. Founded in 1314, its exterior reflects the enduring legacy of Oxford’s medieval scholarship. Covered externally.

Hertford College

  • 5m
A charming blend of old and new stone buildings, it is most famous for the nearby Bridge of Sighs. Its setting along Catte Street captures the cosy intimacy of Oxford’s historic lanes. Covered externally.

Magdalen College

  • 5m
Its soaring tower dominates the skyline, a landmark that has welcomed visitors since the 15th century. Surrounded by lush grounds and riverside walks, the exterior radiates both grandeur and natural beauty.

Lincoln College

  • 5m
Seen from Turl Street, its honey-colored walls and traditional college gatehouse offer a perfect snapshot of Oxford’s architectural heritage. Founded in 1427, it is steeped in history. Covered externally.

History of Science Museum

  • 5m
Housed in the world’s oldest surviving purpose-built museum building, its distinctive façade marks a place where centuries of scientific innovation are celebrated. Covered externally.

Weston Library

  • 5m
A bold, modernist contrast to Oxford’s medieval stone, the Weston offers a clean, symmetrical exterior. It houses rare manuscripts and treasures of knowledge, reflecting the city’s enduring academic spirit.

Martyrs' Memorial

  • 5m
This ornate Gothic monument commemorates the Oxford Martyrs of the Reformation. Its spire-like design and intricate carving make it a moving visual landmark.

Sheldonian Theatre

  • 5m
Designed by Christopher Wren, its elegant curves and classical detailing stand out on Broad Street. Historically used for university ceremonies, it remains a symbol of Oxford’s grandeur.

New College

  • 5m
The college’s medieval walls, often used in filming, are visible from the street, offering glimpses of a 14th-century institution that played a key role in shaping Oxford’s identity. With your Oxford University student guide, you will hear about day to day College life.

Bodleian Library

  • 5m
An icon of Oxford’s intellectual heritage, the Bodleian’s exterior is a masterwork of English Gothic architecture, representing centuries of scholarship. Made up of over 20 different buildings, we will cover some of the main locations in central Oxford externally, whilst also entering the Western Library (part of the Bodleian) and Divinity School, the oldest part of the Bodleian Library/

Bridge of Sighs

  • 5m
This distinctive covered bridge, arching gracefully over New College Lane, is one of Oxford’s most photographed architectural features and a romantic symbol of the city.

Radcliffe Camera

  • 5m
Arguably one of the most iconic sites at Oxford, and part of the Bodleian Library. With its grand dome and circular form, the Radcliffe Camera is one of Oxford’s most recognisable landmarks, embodying the elegance of 18th-century neoclassical design.

All Souls College

  • 5m
Its impressive twin towers and refined façade present an image of exclusivity and prestige, reflecting its unique history as a graduate-only college. Covered externally.

University Church of St. Mary the Virgin

  • 5m
A stunning example of English Gothic, its spire is one of Oxford’s tallest. From the street, the intricate stonework speaks to centuries of religious and academic history.

Merton College

  • 5m
Founded in the 13th century, Merton’s crenellated walls and medieval architecture make it a living monument to Oxford’s earliest collegiate traditions.

Christ Church Meadow

  • 5m
This sweeping green expanse offers tranquil views of the River Thames and the college towers, a pastoral counterpoint to Oxford’s stone streets.

Christ Church

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
With its Harry Potter filming connection, and wealth of history; this is one of the best Colleges for a visitor to Oxford to enter. See it's imposing Tom Tower designed by Christopher Wren and centuries-old architecture, Christ Church is one of Oxford’s most iconic and historically significant colleges. This tour includes entrance, when you will be given a Christ Church audio headset and able to explore at your own pace.

The Divinity School

  • 15m
This is the section of the Bodleian which the tour will enter. One of the most popular sites for filming in Oxford (used in the filming of Harry Potter, in multiple scenes) and even more important as the oldest part of the Bodleian Library.

Location

Activity location

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    Balliol College
    • Broad Street,
    • OX1 3BJ, Oxford, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Balliol College
    • Broad Street,
    • OX1 3BJ, Oxford, United Kingdom

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