Private Tour
2 hour Christchurch Tales Oxford's Legacy of History and Fantasy
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore Christchurch, Oxford’s most prestigious college on an ancient site. Harry Potter was filmed,
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland were conceived here, and 13 British Prime Ministers educated and famousHarry Potter scenes filmed. Visit the Hall, staircase, medieval cathedral, and more of its architectural marvels.
The tour continues with a beautifully curated introduction to Oxford’s architectural and historical highlights, featuring its most iconic sites, offering a concise yet immersive journey through centuries of history and culture.
An Institute of Tourist Guiding (ITG) certified guide is one of the few permitted to lead visitors inside Christchurch.
You will enjoy an informed and enriching experience. ITG green and blue badge guides meet strict standards of historical knowledge, guiding expertise, and visitor safety. This tour is available in English, French, or both.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Christchurch Arguably Oxford’s most prestigious college on an ancient sacred site. We will visit inside and see famous hall and Harry Potter staircase. Visit it’s enormous quad, medieval cathedral and more
Enjoy a fantastic view of Oxford’s spires including Magdalen College tour, from the same river banks where the story of Alice in Wonderland was inspired.
What‘s Included
Advice to help explore and eat after the tour
Guided tour led by an experienced, licensed guide
Entrance fee to a medieval college
Pickup points
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
15 Paradise Street Oxford United Kingdom
The Randolph Hotel, By Graduate Hotels
Beaumont St, Oxford United Kingdom
The Store Oxford
1-5 Broad Street Oxford United Kingdom
Old Bank Hotel
92-94 High Street, Oxford United Kingdom
George Street Hotel
15-19 George Street Oxford United Kingdom
voco Oxford Spires by IHG
Abingdon Road, Oxford Oxford United Kingdom
Options
Group of 2
Pickup included
Group of 6
Pickup included
Group of 7
Pickup included
Group of 8
Pickup included
Group of 3
Pickup included
Group of 9
Pickup included
Group of 5
Pickup included
Group of 11
Entry into a college Pickup included
Group of 10
Pickup included
Group of 4
Pickup included
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Christ Church Family Tour
965m linag,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guided tour in French which is rare enough to be highlighted. Victoria has taught us a lot about her places full of history and has adapted to our interests. We hope to be able to return to Oxford and will appeal without hesitation to Oxford History Tours.
Fantastic Tour
Christina M,Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic guide! She was amazing and she even changed things around a bit after she realized we have been to the city before. We were treated to insights about Oxford and Christ church colleges. If you have the chance to take this tour - it is well worth it!
A must do tour
barbarahQ6109IS,Mar 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was wonderful and Sophie was an excellent guide. Highly knowledgable about the history of Christchurch College and we so enjoyed being able to step inside a portion of it . I would recommend this tour if you’re in Oxford.
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