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Oxford City and University Walking SMALL GROUP Tour

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Oxford university walking tour
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90 to 120 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

This is a small group tour with typically under 5 persons and limited to max 14 persons. Minimum numbers to book may apply to book- currently minimum 3 or 4 adults applies to book. Our competitors run tours with much larger numbers than we do, so one advantage of booking our tour, is a more personalised service.

This tour will include entry into at least one or more colleges- which college/s will vary from day to day.

See Oxford and England's history will be brought alive on this unique small-group guided walking tour of the city and university traditions. See inside colleges with any chargeable entrance fees included in your tour. The 90 to 120-minute long tour will feature storytelling about student life, college traditions, Henry VIII, Bloody Mary, CS Lewis, J.R.R Tolkien and even Harry Potter!

Notice: please see What's not included section for details of university graduation dates as most colleges are closed on such dates.

What's Included

  • PLEASE SEE EXCLUSIONS SECTION FOR DETAILS OF ANY CLOSURES TO VENUES.
  • The tour typically visits inside either Balliol or Exeter or St Johns college
  • Your guide will give you a complementary ILoveOxford map, showing you of all the main sights.
  • Tour does NOT visit Bodleian, Christ church, Magdalen or New colleges ( which cost £8-£18)
  • Christmas notice: colleges are usually all closed from approx Dec 21 to Jan 2nd
  • On graduation dates, we may not always be able to enter a college so see graduation dates below:
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Broad Street
Oxford OX1 3AS, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

New College Lane
Oxford OX1 3BL, UK

The tour either ends outside New college or next door outside the Bodleian library.

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Start Time • Daily 12:45 PM

What To Expect

Wadham College (Pass By)

Which colleges we visit inside will vary from one tour to the next, depending on what is open from day to day. This college is free entry to visit yourselves.
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Exeter College

We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This college is where Tolkien was a student! It's also connected to JK Rowling.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Balliol College (Pass By)

Which colleges we will visit will vary from day to day, depending on what is open from day to day. This college is worth £3 in entry fee and we often visit here during the tour.
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Bodleian Library

We introduce the Bodleian and the Divinity school which is a Harry Potter film site at the Bodleian library. It costs £3 to enter the Divinity school and on dates, when no colleges may be open, the tour instead includes entry to the Divinity school.We do NOT visit inside the medieval library as it is not open to private guiding but we do introduce the library history and architecture from outside. We also present info about the filming of Harry Potter here.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bridge of Sighs (Pass By)

We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
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Radcliffe Camera (Pass By)

An iconic Oxford sight
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University Church of St. Mary the Virgin

We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Radcliffe Camera (Pass By)

We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
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All Souls College

We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.This college is free entry and we sometimes visit here.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brasenose College (Pass By)

We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
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Hertford College (Pass By)

We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
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Jesus College

We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This college is where...Jesus studied in Oxford!!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St John's College

We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This college, we usually visit during the tour, assuming it's open. Its' free entry.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We cannot always guarantee entry inside any colleges during Covid19 and on graduation dates or Xmas period from approx. Dec 22nd to Jan 2nd
  • Please take note of any advertised university graduation dates mentioned below, as those dates can have less options of colleges to visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oxford City and University Walking SMALL GROUP Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.81 out of 5 stars based on 88 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oxford City and University Walking SMALL GROUP Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • PLEASE SEE EXCLUSIONS SECTION FOR DETAILS OF ANY CLOSURES TO VENUES.
  • The tour typically visits inside either Balliol or Exeter or St Johns college.
  • Your guide will give you a complementary ILoveOxford map, showing you of all the main sights.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tour does NOT visit Bodleian, Christ church, Magdalen or New colleges ( which cost £8-£18).
  • Christmas notice: colleges are usually all closed from approx Dec 21 to Jan 2nd.
  • On graduation dates, we may not always be able to enter a college so see graduation dates below:.
  • 2024 Graduation dates includes.
  • Sep 27+28, Nov 8+9+16 of 2024.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Oxford City and University Walking SMALL GROUP Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Oxford City and University Walking SMALL GROUP Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • PLEASE SEE EXCLUSIONS SECTION FOR DETAILS OF ANY CLOSURES TO VENUES.
  • The tour typically visits inside either Balliol or Exeter or St Johns college
  • Your guide will give you a complementary ILoveOxford map, showing you of all the main sights.
  • Tour does NOT visit Bodleian, Christ church, Magdalen or New colleges ( which cost £8-£18)
  • Christmas notice: colleges are usually all closed from approx Dec 21 to Jan 2nd
  • On graduation dates, we may not always be able to enter a college so see graduation dates below:
  • 2024 Graduation dates includes....
  • Sep 27+28, Nov 8+9+16 of 2024

Additional Info

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We cannot always guarantee entry inside any colleges during Covid19 and on graduation dates or Xmas period from approx. Dec 22nd to Jan 2nd
  • Please take note of any advertised university graduation dates mentioned below, as those dates can have less options of colleges to visit.
  • Graduation dates- please see 'EXCLUSIONS' section.

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).

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