Private tour in Oxford Sophie D

Pricing Details
Base cost of tour
  • $ 375 USD
Per person cost
  • 22 USD
Explanation
Entrance Magdalene College

Magdalen and the Botanic Gardens - JRR Tolkien, CS Lewis with Magdalen College

Tour #1194885
Pricing Details
Base cost of tour
Per person cost
  • 22 USD
Explanation
Entrance Magdalene College

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

up to 10 people

3 hours

walking

Party size:

1

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Overview of your Oxford tour:

Begin with an insightful introduction to Oxford, its university, and its iconic landmarks, including Radcliffe Square and the historic Old School Quad of the Bodleian Library. Explore several college buildings while gaining insight into student life today, alongside a focus on literary greats C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. At Magdalen College, admire its stunning chapel and stained glass, and remarkable architecture. The visit includes the medieval cloister, chapel, refectory, and serene gardens. In the afternoon, visit the site of the medieval Jewish cemetery, the Penicillin Memorial Garden, and the Botanic Garden—an oasis of inspiration for Oxford’s literary figures, artists, and scholars. This three-hour tour can be tailored to suit your specific interests and priorities.

Your Oxford tour itinerary

Martyrs' Memorial – Honouring Martyrs of the Reformation. St John's College – One of Oxford’s wealthiest colleges. St Giles – avenue lined with historic landmarks. The Bird and Babe & The Lamb and Flag –where the Inklings met. Oratory – linked to JRR Tolkien Keble College & 19th-Century Oxford Bridge of Sighs – One of Oxford’s most iconic spots. New College & Founder’s Tower – Medieval roots and historic cloisters. Queen’s Lane – The Examinations school Magdalen College – Cloister, Chapel, Hall, Quads, Deer Park, Addison’s Walk. Merton College – Tolkien’s last academic home. St Mary’s Church – Oxford’s first university building. Radcliffe Square – with Radcliffe Camera. All Souls College – Elite architecturally striking college. Bodleian Library & Schools’ Quad – A hub of literary history. Oxford University Press – Where Tolkien contributed to the OED. Sheldonian Theatre – Oxford’s ceremonial hall. Divinity School – A masterpiece of medieval architecture and filming location.

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Transportation Details
Type: Walking

Transport is included in the price of this tour

What's included
  • Private Guide
  • Tickets: Entry to Magdalen College
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. Lunch is not included in the cost of tour but making lunch reservation if desired can be.
  • Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

This tour works as a rail and ride but can be adapted. 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.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories

Architecture

History

City Highlights

Languages
Fluent

English

Conversational

French

Activity level
Minimal

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

3 hours

Transportation:

walking

Party size:

1

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Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

3 hours

Transportation:

walking

Party size:

1

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