Private Tour: Oxford: The City Of Dreaming Spires
Join your guide for a tour of Oxford, the city of Dreaming Spires. Begin at Carfax Tower, a landmark 12th century bell tower, once part of a church. Next, see the Saxon Tower of St Michael at the North Gate, one of the city’s oldest buildings dating back to Saxon times. Next see Martyr’s Memorial, a homage to protestant protestors burnt at the stake for heresy under the reign of Queen Mary I. Next visit the Ashmolean, the first university museum in the world dating back to the 17th century and home to many fantastic exhibitions, including one focused on the ancient Egyptians. Pass the Marty’s Cross to see Balliol College and Trinity College. See Blackwell’s Bookshop and see the Sheldonian Theatre, built based on the design of Christopher Wren, the architect of London’s St Paul’s Cathedral. Next walk under the Bridge of Sighs, named due to its resemblance to the bridge of the same name in Venice and continue to Bodleian Library, the main library centre for Oxford university and one of the oldest libraries in Europe. Pass Radcliffe Camera and see All Soul’s College and St Mary’s Church. Next, see Magdalen, founded in 1458. Pass Christ Church College before ending your tour at the historical Covered Market, a great place to grab a bite to eat!
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure.
Duration:
Approximately 4 hours
Meeting point:
Carfax Tower, Oxford
Ending point:
The Covered Market, Oxford
Departure Time:
To be confirmed at the time of booking
Included:
Guided walking tour of Oxford's Main Highlights
Not Included:
Gratuities , transport, food, anything not aforementioned.
Additional Information:
Tour Activity Level Moderate.This tour includes walking; we recommend comfortable shoes.
Maximum number of participants: 14.
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