Private tour in Oxford Sophie D
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up to 10 people
2 hours
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Sophie D.
After completing my BA (Hons) in Art History and History at Oxford Brookes University, I moved to...
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Oxford’s wealth of iconic wonders is best explored on foot. On this tour, you'll delve into the rich history of Oxford, from its pre-Norman Anglo-Saxon beginnings to the development of the University over centuries. As we walk through the city, we’ll explore traditions, notable personalities, art, science, and key landmarks, enjoying insights that will leave you with lasting memories of your time in Oxford. As an accredited, experienced, and enthusiastic guide, I look forward to bringing the city’s history to life for you. This tour is fully customisable to fit your interests and schedule. Specific colleges, sites, and film locations can be included in the tailored experience. You’ll encounter Colleges at every turn, and visit inside a Medieval college. Sites include: Radcliffe Camera, Divinity School, Bridge of Sighs, and the Bodleian Library. Oxford’s treasures reveal stories of patronage, saints, scholars, artists and martyrs — shaping over 1000 years of history.
We begin at the Martyrs' Memorial, a landmark commemorating Protestant martyrs. Nearby the Anglo-Saxon Tower, Oxford’s oldest building, once served as a prison. On Turl Street we find Exeter, Jesus, and Lincoln Colleges, each distinct. At St. Mary's University Church we learn about the Oxford Movement and pause near the spot that allegedly inspired C.S. Lewis' Narnia. Continue on cobbled backstreets past Oriel, Corpus Christi, and Merton Colleges. Once back on the main road to London, we discuss the traditions of The Queens and University Colleges. On Radcliffe Square is Oxford’s first science library and All Souls College. In the 'Old Schools Quad' we discover the Bodleian Library and the grand fifteenth-century Divinity School, known from Harry Potter. If wished, I can organise a visit to the historic Duke Humphrey’s Library. Inside one of Oxford’s oldest colleges we find its tranquil gardens, chapel, and magnificent dining hall—rounding off an immersive journey through the city’s history.
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Transport is not required for this walking tour.
Oxford, England, United Kingdom
ByGuide: On forecourt of Ashmolean Museum, OX1 2PH Most on street parking in Oxford city centre is limited to two hours. Underground car parking is more flexible. There are several Park & Ride on the outside of the city with regular buses into the city centre.
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Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
Size:
up to 10 people
Duration:
2 hours
Transportation:
walking
1
View pricing details
Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
Size:
up to 10 people
Duration:
2 hours
Transportation:
walking
1
View pricing details
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