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Morris Dancers in front of the Radcliffe Camera. Who knows what you will see on the tour?
Start off with a little history
See Oxford's most popular landmarks
Visit one of the World's oldest libraries
See the city of dreaming spires.

Oxford Evening Walking Tour - see top attractions with a Local

By myOxfordtravel
Free cancellation available
Price is £25 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview

• Explore Oxford's top sights with a local guide.
• Get your bearings of the city and discover its history.
• Learn about some strange Oxford University traditions.

See Oxford's top attractions from a local's perspective in this Oxford Evening Walking Tour & hear about its history, stories, and Oxford University traditions. Along the route, we’ll see Oxford’s amazing historic buildings including colleges, museums, libraries, & monuments. I’ll tell you about some of Oxford University’s crazy traditions & you will hear stories about some of our famous authors, whilst we can’t forget the Harry Potter film locations. We end the tour at a hidden secret 14th Century Pub where you can enjoy a drink. This tour is great for people of all ages, couples, singles & families. If there are no dates in my calendar, please ask. I've been running this tour since 2017 on Airbnb, with over 500 reviews scoring 4.92!

Activity location

  • 17 Broad St
    • 17 Broad Street
    • OX1 3AS, Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 17 Broad St
    • 17 Broad Street
    • OX1 3AS, Oxford, England, United Kingdom

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Oxford Evening Walking Tour - see top attractions with a Local
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 18:00
Price details
£25.00 x 1 Adult£25.00
Total
Price is £25.00
Until Sun, 5 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGood storey telling!
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance to colleges & university buildings is not included. Visit after the tour for approx £5.

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a private individual (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Balliol College (Pass by)
You start the tour at Oxford's oldest college and hear a brief history of Oxford & the University. Note that we do not go inside any buildings during the tour. If you are interested I recommend you visit after the tour, where you can spend as much time as you need, rather than being rushed.
History of Science Museum (Pass by)
You will learn about the history of this museum & its collection, many of which were owned by famous people.
Sheldonian Theatre (Pass by)
You learn about the architect, the history & what the theatre is used for, including two Oxford University historic ceremonies.
Bodleian Library (Pass by)
You learn all about the history of the buildings that make up the library, its links to our Kings, how its collection was created & how it is used by students today.
Bridge of Sighs (Pass by)
You get to see a bridge that wouldn't look out of place in Venice & how its used in an annual Oxford University tradition.
Radcliffe Camera (Pass by)
Probably Oxford's most photographed building. But what is it? Hear about its history, its architects & the use of its hidden tunnels.
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin (Pass by)
Hear about the trial of Oxford's martyrs. Note that we do go inside as part of the tour. The entrance is free.
Carfax Tower (Pass by)
Hear about a town & gown incident that epitomised the relationship between the Towns People & Students dating back 600 years.
The Turf (Pass by)
We end the tour at a hidden secret Pub where you get to see remnants of the old City wall, plus the opportunity to have a drink in a 14th Century Pub. Plus a place where Bill Clinton smoked buy didn't inhale!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES17 Broad St
    • 17 Broad Street
    • OX1 3AS, Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE17 Broad St
    • 17 Broad Street
    • OX1 3AS, Oxford, England, United Kingdom

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