Oxford Private Day Trip from London: Lunch & Colleges Option
At a glance
Oxford Private Day Trip from London: Lunch & Colleges Option is a 7h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Local CoolTour. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $455.82 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Lunch in a traditional british tavern (Full option), Skip-the-line entry to Christ Church College (Full Option), Round-trip train tickets from London to Oxford.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 14 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 7h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Explore the charming city of Oxford on this private walking tour from London. Visit prestigious universities, including Christ Church College, with skip-the-line tickets. Your local guide will showcase the best of Oxford, from its iconic Colleges to a bookstore renowned worldwide and a blackboard featuring Einstein’s preserved formulas. Enjoy a traditional British lunch in a historic 14th-century tavern. Stroll through medieval streets, discovering stunning churches, bridges, and historic buildings while soaking in the city’s intellectual and scholarly atmosphere. With your expert guide, dive into the rich history and culture of Oxford, making this an unforgettable experience.
What's included
What's included
- Lunch in a traditional british tavern (Full option)
- Skip-the-line entry to Christ Church College (Full Option)
- Round-trip train tickets from London to Oxford
- Skip the line tickets to Divinity School and University Church of St Mary (all options)
- Full day private tour with a local guide in Oxford
Not included
- Children must be over 8 years old to climb the tower of Saint Mary Church
- Gratuities to the guide
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
See Oxford's 1000 year old castle and prison, a piece of Oxford´s history.
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Stop 2 · 15m
Discover the only remaining ruin of a 12th-century church in the center of Oxford.
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Stop 3 · 15m
Find out the tragic story around the Martyrs' Memorial.
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Stop 4 · 15m
Appreciate the architecture of the oldest college of Oxford University.
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Stop 5 · 20m
See Einstein's Blackboard, the masterpiece of the oldest museum in the United Kingdom.
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Stop 6 · 15m
Check out the University library, one of the largest in Europe, with more than
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Stop 7 · 20m
Visit Divinity School: enter the University's oldest purpose-built teaching and examination room. It is also a location made famous from featuring in the Harry Potter films.
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Stop 8 · 15m
Take a look at Oxford's most popular bridge, better known as the Bridge of Sighs.
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Stop 9 · 15m
See the circular dome of the Radcliffe Camera, the distinctive landmark of the city.
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Stop 10 · 30m
Climb the 127 steps to the top of the 13th-century tower, the oldest part of the church, and enjoy the best views across the heart of the university city.
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Stop 11 · 50m
Lunch Break. Enjoy a traditional English lunch and a beer in this typical 14th-century British tavern, very popular with students, including several celebrities who studied at Oxford. (Full Option)
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Stop 12 · 15m
See the 13th-century chapel stands at the heart of one of the ancient Oxford Colleges.
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Stop 13 · 45m
Upgrade you tour visiting the most prestigious College of Oxford University, which provided the location for many Harry Potter scenes and inspired the story of Alice in Wonderland.
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Stop 14 · 40m
You can return to London with the guide, or if you wish to continue enjoying Oxford, you can say goodbye to the guide at the Christ Church College and return on your own using your return train tickets. During the tour your private host will give you all the tips you need to know about the local life, the things you can do, to make the most of your visit to the city!
Meeting point
Paddington Train Station. Gate 1, at the door of the Pret A Manger shop
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You can return to London with the guide, or if you wish to continue enjoying Oxford, you can say goodbye to the guide at the Christ Church College and return on your own using your return train tickets
- Christ Church College tickets and lunch inluded in the Full Option
- Children must be over 8 years old to climb the tower of Saint Mary Church
- This tour is not suitable for travelers with mobility impairments. Please contact us before booking if you require any accessibility accommodations.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Oxford Private Day Trip from London: Lunch & Colleges Option take?
The experience lasts about 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $455.82 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Lunch in a traditional british tavern (Full option); Skip-the-line entry to Christ Church College (Full Option); Round-trip train tickets from London to Oxford; Skip the line tickets to Divinity School and University Church of St Mary (all options); Full day private tour with a local guide in Oxford.
Where does it start?
Paddington Train Station. Gate 1, at the door of the Pret A Manger shop
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
