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Oxford Private Day Trip from London – Colleges, History & British Lunch included

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Explore the charming city of Oxford on this private walking tour from London. Visit prestigious universities, including Christ Church College, with skip-the-line tickets. Your local guide will showcase the best of Oxford, from its iconic Colleges to a bookstore renowned worldwide and a blackboard featuring Einstein’s preserved formulas. Enjoy a traditional British lunch in a historic 14th-century tavern. Stroll through medieval streets, discovering stunning churches, bridges, and historic buildings while soaking in the city’s intellectual and scholarly atmosphere. With your expert guide, dive into the rich history and culture of Oxford, making this an unforgettable experience.

What's Included

  • Round trip train tickets to Oxford.
  • Skip the line tickets to Christ Church College
  • Lunch in a traditional tavern
  • Children must be over 8 years old to climb the tower of Saint Mary Church
  • Gratuities to the guide
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Praed Street
London W2 1HU, UK

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What To Expect

Oxford Castle & Prison

See Oxford's 1000 year old castle and prison, a piece of Oxford´s history.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carfax Tower

Discover the only remaining ruin of a 12th-century church in the center of Oxford.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Martyrs' Memorial

Find out the tragic story around the Martyrs' Memorial.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Balliol College

Appreciate the architecture of the oldest college of Oxford University.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

History of Science Museum

See Einstein's Blackboard, the masterpiece of the oldest museum in the United Kingdom.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bodleian Library

Check out the University library, one of the largest in Europe, with more than
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sheldonian Theatre

Visit the official ceremonial hall of the University of Oxford. The place where students are admitted to the University and where they receive their degree.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bridge of Sighs

Take a look at Oxford's most popular bridge, better known as the Bridge of Sighs.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Radcliffe Camera

See the circular dome of the Radcliffe Camera, the distinctive landmark of the city.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

University Church of St. Mary the Virgin

Climb the 127 steps to the top of the 13th-century tower, the oldest part of the church, and enjoy the best views across the heart of the university city.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Lunch Break. Enjoy a traditional English lunch and a beer in this typical 14th-century British tavern, very popular with students, including several celebrities who studied at Oxford.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Merton College

See the 13th-century chapel stands at the heart of one of the ancient Oxford Colleges.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Christ Church

Visit the most prestigious College of Oxford University, which provided the location for many Harry Potter scenes and inspired the story of Alice in Wonderland.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Oxford

You can return to London with the guide, or if you wish to continue enjoying Oxford, you can say goodbye to the guide at the Christ Church College and return on your own using your return train tickets. During the tour your private host will give you all the tips you need to know about the local life, the things you can do, to make the most of your visit to the city!
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You can return to London with the guide, or if you wish to continue enjoying Oxford, you can say goodbye to the guide at the Christ Church College and return on your own using your return train tickets

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oxford Private Day Trip from London – Colleges, History & British Lunch included?

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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What's Included

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  • Round trip train tickets to Oxford.
  • Skip the line tickets to Christ Church College
  • Lunch in a traditional tavern
  • Skip the line tickets to University Church of St Mary
  • Skip the line tickets to Sheldonian Theatre
  • 7 hs. Private Tour with a local guide
  • Children must be over 8 years old to climb the tower of Saint Mary Church
  • Gratuities to the guide

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You can return to London with the guide, or if you wish to continue enjoying Oxford, you can say goodbye to the guide at the Christ Church College and return on your own using your return train tickets

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Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free cancellation
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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).

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