Oxfordshire Trip Overview
Are you an early bird? Do you like to get up and explore new places before the mob have had their breakfast? Well, this is the tour for you. For this private tour, we’ll kick-off at 07:30 and have the city to ourselves.
The city of Oxford is commonly considered to be divided into two groups: the Town (local residents) and the Gown (the University). While I am currently a ‘townie’, I have been awarded a place to study at Oxford later this year – and my fiancé is currently studying a DPhil. This gives me a unique perspective on both sides of the community and the city, and I will share it with you in a tour so entertaining and memorable that you will wish you lived here – or your money back!
We’ll cover as much as we can in two hours. If you wish to enter colleges or customise the tour in any way, please feel free to reach out to me any time.
Note: entry fees are not included though they are not necessary for a fantastic tour. Group size is flexible – £10 per extra person.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 hours
Starts: Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
Explore Oxfordshire Promoted Experiences
What to Expect When Visiting Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Are you an early bird? Do you like to get up and explore new places before the mob have had their breakfast? Well, this is the tour for you. For this private tour, we’ll kick-off at 07:30 and have the city to ourselves.
The city of Oxford is commonly considered to be divided into two groups: the Town (local residents) and the Gown (the University). While I am currently a ‘townie’, I have been awarded a place to study at Oxford later this year – and my fiancé is currently studying a DPhil. This gives me a unique perspective on both sides of the community and the city, and I will share it with you in a tour so entertaining and memorable that you will wish you lived here – or your money back!
We’ll cover as much as we can in two hours. If you wish to enter colleges or customise the tour in any way, please feel free to reach out to me any time.
Note: entry fees are not included though they are not necessary for a fantastic tour. Group size is flexible – £10 per extra person.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Balliol College, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BJ England
One of the oldest colleges in the city, and alma mata of four British Prime Ministers.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Trinity College, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BH England
Hear the history of this stunning college, including about the infamous theft of a famous tortoise from their fiercest rivals.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Blackwell’s Bookshop, 48-51 Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BQ England
An extraordinary place, and home to one of the largest rooms of books on the planet.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: History of Science Museum, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3AZ England
The oldest museum in the world and home to several mind-blowing artefacts, including two chalkboards one used by Albert Einstein himself.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Divinity School, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3BG, UK
The first lecture hall of the University, featuring the most incredible stone ceiling you’ve ever seen. Also features in many movies, including several Harry Potters.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3AZ England
Iconic structure designed by Sir Christopher Wren to hold graduation and matriculation ceremonies.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bridge of Sighs, New College Ln., Oxford OX1 3BL England
This famous bridge connects two halls of Herford College. There’s story behind it, actually.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bodleian Library Bodleian Library Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BG England
Regale the tale of Henry VIII’s Reformation as we learn about the most fascinating library in the world. Gorgeous stone towers and more books than you’ve had hot dinners.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Radcliffe Camera, Radcliffe Square, Oxford OX1 4AJ England
The ‘poster-child’ of the city of Oxford. But what is it’s purpose? And how does it tie in to Nazi Germany?
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: All Souls College, High Street, Oxford OX1 4AL England
The only of Oxford’s colleges that doesn’t offer places to students. Home to the world’s hardest exams and the city’s weirdest party.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Bear Tavern, 6 Alfred Street, Oxford OX1 4EH England
The oldest pub in Oxford. A great place to stop, or to extend the tour if you wish. Merton Lane, the High St and Christ Church meadow are calling!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Lincoln College, Turl Street, Oxford OX1 3DR England
This lovely college is certainly on the small side, but it’s history packs quite a punch. Here, we’ll discuss the Town vs Gown rivalry in Oxford, and how it resulted in one young student’s death.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Christ Church Meadow, Oxford OX1 1DP England
This beautiful meadow sits just outside Christ Church, perhaps the grandest college at Oxford.
Duration: 15 minutes
