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Oxford: Town and Gown Tour with Divinity School Entry Ticket

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Overview

Start by meeting your guide at Carfax Tower. From there, you'll see the scholarly highlights while taking in the sights. Take snaps of Christ Church, Radcliffe Camera and more as you hear local stories about their history and famous alumni.

Your tour ends at the Bridge of Sighs, where you’ll step into the Divinity School and explore at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour. Fans of the Harry Potter series will recognise the famous Gothic architecture that featured in four of the films.

Take in almost 500 years of history with the audio guide, while retracing the footsteps of alumni who studied theology and debated religion. Hear insightful details about the elegant ceiling, adorned with stone carvings and geometric patterns.

What's Included

  • Multilingual audio commentary in English, Italian, Spanish, French and German
  • Divinity School internal audio tour
  • Town & Gown walking tour (1 hour 20 minutes)
  • Mobile device and headset
  • Bodleian Library ticket
  • Transportation
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Queen Street
Oxford OX1 1ET, UK

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

End point

The Divinity School
Oxford OX1 3AZ, UK

What To Expect

Carfax Tower (Pass By)

Meet your guide in front of Carfax Tower, located on Queen Street. Your guide will be wearing a dark blue uniform with company. Please arrive 5 minutes early if possible
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Christ Church (Pass By)

Founded by King Henry VIII, this college holds a unique position in Oxford as many of its alumni went onto become world leaders in the United Kingdom, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Harry Potter fans will enjoy taking snaps of the historic buildings which were filming locations of the iconic series.
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Lincoln College (Pass By)

With alumni such as Dr Seuss, Edward Abraham and former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, this college is highly regarded for its programmes in English, history, biochemistry and more.Be sure to take a snap of the All Saints Church, which houses the college's stunning library, and is topped with one of the dreaming spires of the city.
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Radcliffe Camera (Pass By)

See one of the enduring symbols of the city, Radcliffe Camera. It takes its name from both the physician John Radcliffe, and the Latin word 'camera', which means 'room'. The 250-year-old building serves as a reading room for the nearby Bodleian.
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All Souls College (Pass By)

Founded in the 15th century, this college only admitted men until 1979. T. E. Lawrence, better known as Lawrence of Arabia, once studied here. Sir Christopher Wren was a fellow and designed the iconic sundial which sits atop the entrance to the library. Today, the college primarily focuses on research.
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Bodleian Library (Pass By)

The Bodleian Library is one of the oldest libraries in Europe at over 400 years old. Founded by Sir Thomas Bodley, the library's world-leading collection includes a copy of the Magna Carta, a Gutenberg Bible and a first edition of Don Quixote.As you look up at the Bodleian, you may hear passing scholars refer to it as 'the Bodley' or simply 'the Bod'.
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Clarendon Building (Pass By)

This neoclassical building housed the Oxford University Press until the early 19th century. Today, the Clarendon Building is part of the Bodleian Library and is used for administrative purposes.The building is topped with nine statues, some of which have fallen down over the centuries and were replaced with fibreglass copies. See if you can spot the statue of Lord Clarendon.
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Sheldonian Theatre (Pass By)

Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, the Sheldonian Theatre is an iconic example of English Baroque architecture. Look up at the fabulous ceiling fresco, painted by Robert Streater, which imitates an Roman theatre open to the sky.
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Bridge of Sighs (Pass By)

This iconic skyway, also known as the Hertford Bridge, links the old and new Quadrangles of Hertford College. It's named after the Bridge of Sighs in Venice, and while it's not open to the public, you'll often see students of the college crossing through.Make sure to take a snap of this striking landmark and one of Oxford's most popular sights.
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The Divinity School

Step inside the Divinity School, and explore at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour. Hear the history behind the vaulted ceiling and the Harry Potter filming of this iconic site, which was a teaching hall as well as an exam room.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Meet your guide in front of Carfax Tower, located on Queen Street. Your guide will be wearing a dark blue uniform with our company name. Please arrive 5 minutes early if possible
  • Tours end at the Bridge of Sighs, where your guide will direct you towards the Divinity School entry. Please have your ticket downloaded and ready to show
  • Visitors have a 15 minute booked timeslot inside the Divinity School. Please ensure you are on time as we are unable to guarantee entry before or after your booked timeslot

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oxford: Town and Gown Tour with Divinity School Entry 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

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

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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  • Multilingual audio commentary in English, Italian, Spanish, French and German
  • Divinity School internal audio tour
  • Town & Gown walking tour (1 hour 20 minutes)
  • Divinity School ticket
  • Bodleian Library external audio tour
  • Live commentary in English
  • Any applicable taxes and fees
  • Mobile device and headset
  • Bodleian Library ticket
  • Transportation
  • Guided tour inside the Divinity School

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • This experience includes an e-ticket, which will be available for download and sent via Whatsapp within 24 hours of your travel date
  • Divinity School tickets are only valid for the date and time purchased. Your timeslot will be between 3:30-4:30pm (after the guided tour ends)
  • Meet your guide in front of Carfax Tower, located on Queen Street. Your guide will be wearing a dark blue uniform with our company name. Please arrive 5 minutes early if possible
  • Tours end at the Bridge of Sighs, where your guide will direct you towards the Divinity School entry. Please have your ticket downloaded and ready to show
  • Visitors have a 15 minute booked timeslot inside the Divinity School. Please ensure you are on time as we are unable to guarantee entry before or after your booked timeslot
  • Tickets are refundable up to 48 hours before the travel date. In the event of a sudden closure, an alternative time or date will be offered, or a full refund would be provided
  • Scan the QR code on your voucher to download the audio guide before arrival
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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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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