Oxford Heritage Walking Tour with Alumni

Discover the charm of Oxford with Oxford alumni. This tour offers exclusive access to some of the university's oldest colleges, beautiful gardens, and historic chapels.
As you stroll through the historic streets, you'll pass key landmarks like Christ Church College, Trinity College, and Jesus College. Each site has its own fascinating story, and our guides will share insights that you won’t find in guidebooks.
This walking tour includes a visit to the iconic Bodleian Library, the second-oldest library in the world. With over 14 million books and three miles of bookshelves, it’s a true treasure trove of knowledge and history. Learn about its visionary founders and the remarkable figures who have studied here, including Nobel Peace Prize winners and influential scientists. Discover the unique architecture and philosophy of the colleges and soak up the ambiance of the city known as the City of the Dreaming Spires.

Meeting Point

Ship Street

Ship St, Oxford OX1, UK

The meeting point is outside St Michael’s Church on ship street

What's included:

• Ticket includes price to entry sites
• In-person guide (English, French)

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Trinity College

Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3BH

A prestigious college founded in 1555, an impotent year for Oxford

5 minutes

Jesus College

Turl Street, Oxford, OX1 3DW

Jesus college, founded by Elizabeth I has a rich history and a rivalry with its sister college in Cambridge. Founded in 1571 it was the first Protestant college after 1555

5 minutes

Exeter College

Turl Street, Oxford, OX1 3DP

One of the larger colleges. Noted for its beautiful chapel and connection with the convocation house

10 minutes

Sheldonian Theatre

Broad Street, , Oxford, OX1 3AZ

The Sheldonian theatre sits at the heart of Oxford amongst the libraries and museums. A focal point on the tour.

10 minutes

Bodleian Library

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

Entry is included

10 minutes

Hertford College

Catte Street, Oxford, OX1 3BW

One of the oldest colleges, noted for the famous bridge of sighs and its standing in the Norrington table

5 minutes

All Souls College

High Street, Oxford, OX1 4AL

An interesting name chosen for its connection with the bible, the calendar and the foundation which it’s previously halls stood on

5 minutes

University Church of St. Mary the Virgin

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

This beautiful church was once the house for the universities convocation and library. An important attraction on the tour

5 minutes

Oriel College

Oriel Square, Oxford, OX1 4EW

A college known for its sporting achievements, especially rowing. Learn about its notable alumni, history and architecture

10 minutes

Merton College

Merton Street, Oxford, OX1 4JD

The best college as judged on the Norrington table. Merton has a rich history and lost a of famous alumni

10 minutes

Christ Church

St. Aldates, University Of Oxford, Oxford, OX1 1DP

Probably the most famous of all the colleges. Home to Oxfords Cathedral and Long horn cattle

10 minutes