Oxford City, Universities and Pub Tour with Carfax Tower Ticket
Overview
Discover the best of Oxford with a walking pass and entry to the historic Carfax Tower. With three walking tours included in this 48-hour pass, you’ll see the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Start by meeting your guide at Carfax Tower for the Town & Gown walking tour. You’ll then set off to visit iconic landmarks, from the Bridge of Sighs and Bodleian Library, to Oxford University and the Radcliffe Camera.
As you explore this picturesque and historic city, lined with world-famous educational institutions and visitor attractions, you’ll enjoy entertaining stories from your local guide.
Your pass also includes entry to Carfax Tower. Climb to the top of the 74-foot-tower, the tallest point in Oxford’s centre, and admire the panoramic views while taking snaps of the stunning skyline.
What's Included
- Town & Gown walking tour (90-min tour)
- Multilingual audio commentary in English, French, Italian, Spanish and German
- Carfax Tower entry ticket
- Live commentary in English
- Historical Pubs Tour (90-min tour, Fridays and Saturdays only)
- Stepping into Oxford walking tour (45-min tour)
- Sightseeing app, includes self-guided audio tours
- Headset and mobile device
- Food and drink
- Guided tour inside Carfax Tower
Meeting Location
Queen Street
Oxford OX1 1ET, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Carfax Tower
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Tower of the Five Orders (Pass By)
City Sightseeing Oxford - Visitor Information Point (Pass By)
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin (Pass By)
All Souls College (Pass By)
Sheldonian Theatre (Pass By)
Brasenose College (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your walking tours pass includes 3 guided tours and entry to Carfax Tower, valid for 48 hours from redemption
- Join the Town & Gown tour at Carfax Tower at 12pm or 2pm. Your tour guide will be wearing a dark blue ‘Vox City’ uniform. Your tour guide will redeem your voucher for a Carfax Tower ticket
- Carfax Tower is open daily. Opening hours vary per season: Dec – Feb from 10am to 3pm, Mar from 10am to 4pm, Apr – Sept from 10am to 5pm, Oct from 10am to 4pm
- Please note: Carfax Tower is not wheelchair accessible and children under 5 years old are not permitted
- Join the Stepping Through Oxford tour at 44-45 High Street at 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm or 2:30pm (daily)
- Join the Historical Pubs tour at Carfax Tower at 4pm (Fridays and Saturdays only)
- Scan the QR code on your voucher to download the sightseeing app before arrival
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oxford City, Universities and Pub Tour with Carfax Tower Ticket?
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
Additional Info
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