Oxford: MINI Factory Tour Go Behind the Scenes

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 40 minutes

Mobile ticket

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please note that electromagnetic radiation is used in one of our halls, which may affect the function of medical devices such as insulin pumps, or pacemakers and could pose risks for pregnant people.

Closed shoes must be worn during the tour.

For a full tour experience, visitors are provided with audio guides and headphones. Wearing headphones is compulsory. If you have a medical condition that prevents you from wearing headphones, please contact the Booking Centre prior to your visit.

Current global events can have a significant impact on our production. As a result, tours may have to be cancelled for operational reasons. Should this happen to you, we will offer you an alternative date as soon as possible.

Please note that this is a walking tour and a certain level of mobility is required to cover the distance around the site.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

What To Expect

Get exclusive access to the home of MINI on this award-winning, 100-minute factory tour in Oxford. Begin your journey with a warm welcome and an introduction to the plant’s rich history and significance. For over a century, cars have been built at this storied site – now the only place in the UK that builds the MINI, an iconic British car beloved worldwide. Feel the heritage come alive as you hear how a humble Oxford factory evolved into a state-of-the-art facility, crafting a true automotive legend. Inside the assembly hall at MINI Plant Oxford – witness the birth of new MINIs as thousands of parts come together on the production line. As the tour continues, follow your expert guide onto the production floor for an up-close view of MINI production in action. You’ll see the entire build process unfold, from the "Body-in-White" stage – where the car’s bare metal shell is welded together – through to the bustling assembly lines where each MINI is brought to life. Watch in awe as parts are seamlessly joined by teams of skilled engineers and high-tech robots.

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