Oxford University History and Architecture Tour

Visit the stunning buildings of the University, dating back 900 years up to modern day. We will learn how the University works, what makes Oxford unique and the history of the town itself.
We will visit at least one College or University building (depending on availability). I will show you some of the beautiful green spaces Oxford has to offer, as well as the varied architecture.

Oxford has a long and varied history that I look forward to sharing with you. I love telling the amusing stories and strange traditions we have here.

Meeting Point

Clarendon Building

48 Broad St, Oxford OX1 3AZ, UK

In front of Clarendon building, on the corner of Broad Street and Catte street. At top of steps if raining.

What's included:

• Entry into a College or University building

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Sheldonian Theatre

Broad Street, , Oxford, OX1 3AZ

Designed by Christopher Wren in 1669. This is the building where students graduate from Oxford University.

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Radcliffe Camera

Radcliffe Square, , Oxford, OX1 3BG

View from the outside. Your guide can help arrange a visit to the Bodleian library after the tour.

4 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

University Church of St. Mary the Virgin

The High Street, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX1 4BJ

We can view the church from the outside and inside. There will be an extra charge if you wish to climb the tower.

10 minutes

New College

Holywell Street, , Oxford, OX1 3BN

Entry into either this college or another will be included. Depending on availability. Here we can visit the chapel, dining hall, gardens and cloisters.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Martyrs' Memorial

13 Magdalen Street, , Oxford, OX1 3AE

19th century monument to 16th century protestant martyrs.

4 minutes

Weston Library

Bodleian Library Broad Street, Bodleian Library, Oxford, OX1 3BG

Part of the Bodleian libraries. This building holds free exhibitions with items from the library and on loan. The exhibitions change every few months.

10 minutes

Bodleian Library

Broad Street, University Of Oxford, Oxford, OX1 3BG

We will see this from the outside with a possibility of booking a visit for you after the tour.

15 minutes