Go on an enthralling journey through time as an Oxford University graduate takes you around the campus and listen as they tell you the fascinating story of Oxford and its illustrious university.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the line through a separate entrance
Live tour guide: English, Spanish, French
Wheelchair accessible
Private group available

Highlights

Tour Oxford University with an Oxford Alumni Guide
Gain insight into student life and the Oxbridge Application Process
Visit Colleges and one of the oldest libraries in Europe, Bodleian Library
Learn about famous alumni who have studied at the University of Oxford
Visit inside Christ Church College (when you book this ticket option)

Full description

Walk through pivotal moments of in Oxford history in this tour of Oxford University. Follow your Alumni guide and hear stories about the campus and admire architectural masterpieces.

See the lamp-post which inspired the world of Narnia and the architecture which inspired the book His Dark Materials. Marvel at some of the world’s greatest examples of Gothic and Baroque architecture. Enter Bodleian Library, which is one of the oldest in Europe and go into Jesus College.

Discover Oxford from a graduate that has first-hand experience with going to and getting into this prestigious institution. Enjoy hearing about what students really get up to on this classic 90 minute tour.

Includes

Oxford University Alumni Guide
Visits inside colleges (when they are open)
Visit inside Christ Church College (when you book this ticket option)
Insights into the Oxbridge application process from a graduate guide

College entrance fees not listed in the itinerary
Food and drink

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

Masks are optional for this activity

Meeting point

Meet at the red post box at 11-12 Broad street and look out for your guide wearing a royal uniform (polo, jacket cap, beanie)

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing

Know before you go

This tour is only suitable for those that are able to walk for the entire duration of the tour

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 21 reviews

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4.9/5
Value for money
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Fantastic tour! Ours was with Alumni Tours and James was awesome! Learned a lot…my teens, husband and I all loved it!

August 11, 2022

Sim shared his student experience and explained the various colleges at Oxford.

August 7, 2022

Good way to explore different colleges and libraries ….

August 6, 2022

Oxford Uni: Walking Tour with Optional Christ Church Entry

Oxford Uni: Walking Tour with Optional Christ Church Entry

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