Oxford University and City Walking Tour in French

- Explore the beautiful city of Oxford with an expert, friendly local guide - See the university buildings and visit a college - Discover locations where the Harry Potter movies were filmed - Learn about the collegiate system unique to Oxford and Cambridge - See the Bridge of Sighs. the Bodleian Library, the Radcliffe Camera, the Sheldonian Theatre and more Learn about life at the University today. Topics will include: the Oxford tuition system; student life in an Oxford college; the differences between the colleges and their specialities; how you apply to Oxford and how easy is it to get a place at the University? See several of the Oxford Colleges in the city centre. Whenever possible, the tour will usually include a visit inside one college, such as Exeter College, founded in 1314, St John's College, founded in 1555, or All Souls College, founded in 1438. If possible the visit will include a college chapel, one or two quadrangles and the college garden.

1. 1

   Broad Street

   10 min

   Your guide will meet you here and will give you an introduction to the tour.

2. 2

   Sheldonian Theatre

   Pass by

   See (from the outside) the Sheldonian Theatre, the university's ceremonial building. Your guide will explain how the Sheldonian Theatre is used by the University for ceremonies and events.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   Pass by

   See (from the outside) the world famous Bodleian library. Your guide will tell you how the library works today and about how it was founded by Thomas Bodley. Your guide will also explain how you can buy tickets to visit the Bodleian Library.

4. 4

   Bridge of Sighs

   Pass by

   Your guide will show you Oxford's Bridge of Sighs, named after the Bridge of Sighs (pont des soupirs) in Venice

5. 5

   Radcliffe Camera

   Pass by

   See the iconic Radcliffe Camera - a great spot for some memorable photos.

6. 6

   University Church of St. Mary the Virgin

   5 min

   The tour usually visits the University Church.

7. 7

   All Souls College

   15 min

   Usually on afternoon tours it is possible to visit All Souls College, founded in 1438. It is possible to visit the chapel and 2 quadrangles of the college. Alternatively the tour may visit another college such as Lincoln College, Exeter College or St John's College.

8. 8

   Oriel College

   Pass by

   The tour usually stops outside Oriel College (founded in 1326) where we are able to see the first quad. We carry on down Merton Street, famous from its use in many films.

9. 9

   Merton College

   Pass by

   The tour usually includes Merton Street, one of Oxford's most beautiful streets and stops outside Merton College, one of Oxford's oldest colleges. Learn about J.R.R.Tolkien who was professor of English at Merton College, and published The Lord of the Rings while he was working here.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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