Oxford Private Day Trip from London: Lunch & Colleges Option
Oxford, Englandby Local CoolTour
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English, Spanish
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Overview
Explore the charming city of Oxford on this private walking tour from London. Visit prestigious universities, including Christ Church College, with skip-the-line tickets. Your local guide will showcase the best of Oxford, from its iconic Colleges to a bookstore renowned worldwide and a blackboard featuring Einstein’s preserved formulas. Enjoy a traditional British lunch in a historic 14th-century tavern. Stroll through medieval streets, discovering stunning churches, bridges, and historic buildings while soaking in the city’s intellectual and scholarly atmosphere. With your expert guide, dive into the rich history and culture of Oxford, making this an unforgettable experience.
What's included
- Lunch in a traditional british tavern (Full option)
- Skip-the-line entry to Christ Church College (Full Option)
- Round-trip train tickets from London to Oxford
- Skip the line tickets to Divinity School and University Church of St Mary (all options)
- Full day private tour with a local guide in Oxford
- Children must be over 8 years old to climb the tower of Saint Mary Church
- Gratuities to the guide
Itinerary
- 1
Oxford Castle Prison
15 min
See Oxford's 1000 year old castle and prison, a piece of Oxford´s history.
- 2
Carfax Tower
15 min
Discover the only remaining ruin of a 12th-century church in the center of Oxford.
- 3
Martyrs' Memorial
15 min
Find out the tragic story around the Martyrs' Memorial.
- 4
Balliol College
15 min
Appreciate the architecture of the oldest college of Oxford University.
- 5
History of Science Museum
20 min
See Einstein's Blackboard, the masterpiece of the oldest museum in the United Kingdom.
- 6
Bodleian Library
15 min
Check out the University library, one of the largest in Europe, with more than
- 7
Stop 7
20 min
Visit Divinity School: enter the University's oldest purpose-built teaching and examination room. It is also a location made famous from featuring in the Harry Potter films.
- 8
Bridge of Sighs
15 min
Take a look at Oxford's most popular bridge, better known as the Bridge of Sighs.
- 9
Radcliffe Camera
15 min
See the circular dome of the Radcliffe Camera, the distinctive landmark of the city.
- 10
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
30 min
Climb the 127 steps to the top of the 13th-century tower, the oldest part of the church, and enjoy the best views across the heart of the university city.
- 11
Stop 11
50 min
Lunch Break. Enjoy a traditional English lunch and a beer in this typical 14th-century British tavern, very popular with students, including several celebrities who studied at Oxford. (Full Option)
- 12
Merton College
15 min
See the 13th-century chapel stands at the heart of one of the ancient Oxford Colleges.
- 13
Christ Church
45 min
Upgrade you tour visiting the most prestigious College of Oxford University, which provided the location for many Harry Potter scenes and inspired the story of Alice in Wonderland.
- 14
Stop 14
40 min
You can return to London with the guide, or if you wish to continue enjoying Oxford, you can say goodbye to the guide at the Christ Church College and return on your own using your return train tickets. During the tour your private host will give you all the tips you need to know about the local life, the things you can do, to make the most of your visit to the city!
Meeting and pickup
Paddington Train Station. Gate 1, at the door of the Pret A Manger shop
End point
Paddington Train Station. Gate 1, at the door of the Pret A Manger shop
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You can return to London with the guide, or if you wish to continue enjoying Oxford, you can say goodbye to the guide at the Christ Church College and return on your own using your return train tickets
- Christ Church College tickets and lunch inluded in the Full Option
- Children must be over 8 years old to climb the tower of Saint Mary Church
- This tour is not suitable for travelers with mobility impairments. Please contact us before booking if you require any accessibility accommodations.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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