Private Tour
The City of Dreaming Spires: Oxford Private Day Trip from London
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Lump in the throat that comes from Alma mater nostalgia? Surge of love-hate emotions tied up with classrooms and profs? Pretty much a given…on the cobbled streets of the oldest university of the English speaking world, with your enthusiastic historian-guide.
Cover the obligatory stops, including Bridge of Sighs at Hertford College, New College, University Library, Sheldonian Theatre, Christ Church Radcliffe Camera building. Get your head around the unique college-system of Oxford and Cambridge and the infamous ‘Town and Gown Wars’. Shiver at stories of Oxford martyrs burning at the stake.
Explore movie locations - Harry Potter, Bridshead Revisited, Inspector Morse. Literature buffs can celebrate, because Oxford has inspired many works of fiction from JRR Tolkein, CS Lewis, Lewis Carroll, and JK Rowling.
Lunch with a dreamy view of the River Isis to stir up more brainpower. If you’re up for it, climb up a 74′ bell tower for a drone-view of those dreamy spires. A day well spent.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are 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
London
Your journey will begin in Central London
University of Oxford
Teaching has taken place here since 1096 - making Oxford University the oldest in the English-speaking world.
What‘s Included
Private Transportation in a TXE, TX4 or Mercedes Vito London Taxi
English-Speaking Driver Guide
Entrance to one of Oxford's historic colleges
Live commentary throughout the tour
Gratuities
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The City of Dreaming Spires: Oxford Private Day Trip from London
Pickup included
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great Oxford experience
LJS55,Jan 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our trip to Oxford was wonderful thanks to the fantastic job William did as our guide. He was extremely knowledgeable and showed us sites we wanted to see and ones we would have never known about without his experience. We highly recommend him and look forward to our next trip to London.
One of the best!
Trek278122,Jun 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the best tours we did while in London. Our guide, Stevie, was an incredible source of facts, dates as well as fascinating stories. We enjoyed his company and learned so much. Would highly recommend!
Mick Is Everything
Yolanda M,Oct 22, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00From the time he walked up to me at my hotel to the time he dropped me off, he was so knowledgeable and kind! He asked me why Oxford and he made sure I had the best time. He knew about Morse! Omg! We went to the Eagle and the Child as well as the countryside. I recommend this private tour and ask for Mick. I also need to note that he was attentive to my needs as I had to rest during walking. He cates! I love him and Oxford!
Beautiful city, great guide
Kristen T,Oct 7, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00William is so nice and knowledgeable! Took us to the best historic pub for lunch. Had a great day. Oxford is a beautiful town, would love to go back.
We saw Oxford and Cotswold in a full day private excursion. Our tour guide was incredible and told us lots of history.
amber2c,Apr 23, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.005 star review from us. I highly recommend him. The trip was personalized for us and the guide was very flexible.
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