Oxford Sightseeing River Cruise Along The University Regatta Course
Overview
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45 minutes
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Enjoy a fascinating journey along the River Thames accompanied with a local knowledgeable guide. Cruise down the university regatta course, pass ancient Folly Bridge, Christchurch College and meadows, and the university rowing houses on this 45-minute sightseeing tour of historic Oxford.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
What To Expect
Christ Church
We will pass by Christ Church Meadows and college
Christ Church Meadow
We will pass by Christ Church meadows and college
Options
Oxford Sightseeing River Cruise Along The University Regatta Course
Option 1: Cruise along the Thames down the University regatta course, pass ancient folly bridge, Christ Church college and meadows, and the university rowing houses on this 50 minutes sightseeing tour.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Lunch
Drinks
Food and drinks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
708 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Picturesque & peaceful cruise
Orrid35,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A lovely, peaceful (our boat was electric) cruise along the Thames and the Cherwell, past the colleges and boat sheds, and magnificent houses. Ollie our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Good value. Highly recommended.
Pleasant
Emily W,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Unfortunately, we felt the tour provided very little information about Oxford, and the boat ride wasn’t as engaging as we had expected. At £50 for a 30-minute trip for two people, it didn’t feel like particularly good value. However, the student guides were lovely, friendly, and very sweet, and their enthusiasm was appreciated.
Afternoon cruise
Collier2695,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really good short cruise along the river. Tour guide was very good with lots of informative stories. Definitely recommend
A relaxing and lovely way to spend 45 minutes.
Eugeria,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Attractive boat, lovely river, outgoing and entertaining driver/guide.
Lovely activity for an afternoon in Oxford
Nina J,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I thoroughly enjoyed my experience on this boat tour. I was blessed with beautiful weather and blue skies and the university rowing regatta was taking place, which was interesting to experience as part of the tour. Highly recommend this activity to anyone visiting Oxford!
Lovely relaxing trip on the river
Amanda E,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A lovely relaxing trip along the river. Oscar, the captain, was chatty and friendly and shared lots of information. It was a relaxing trip on a gorgeous small boat. Would highly recommend.
Relaxing boat tour
Rimse W,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great views from the waterside, interesting stories tod by a funny tour guide and we had the great pleasure to see a boat race
Wonderful river cruise on the River Thames at Oxford
O8534MUrosec,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really relaxing river cruise amongst beautiful scenery & with a great Guide (Russell), who told us some fascinating history. Thank you!
This quiet (electric boats) river cruise is the one you want.
Michele P,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely! A quiet (electric boats!) beautiful ride with charming host (Paul). Can order drinks before boarding. We had dinner at Folly restaurant (make a rez!) and ate in river’s edge. Recommend both!!
Beautiful and Peaceful cruise
Lawrence V,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience and a beautiful peaceful ride. Our Captain Paul was funny informative and experienced on the river. We were lucky enough-to have him during The Bumps. Put us in an excellent position to see portions of this rowing event. The have electric boats which allows them to go places where other boats can not go. Great tour. If you have a late morning or afternoon ride, I suggest you stop at The Folley restaurant as you can eat or have a drink just off the Thames and step right on to your boat as that is where they launch from
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