Oxford Walking Tour Highlights with Letz Go City Tours UK
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels with light walking on uneven surfaces.
Overview
Discover Oxford’s architectural and historical gems on a 2.5-hour walking tour with Letz Go City Tours UK. Visit iconic sites like the Divinity School and New College while wandering through streets steeped in 1,100 years of academic heritage.
Top 10 Oxford Highlights with Divinity School and New College
A walk to remember in one of the most beautiful English cities!
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About This Adventure
Summary
This thrilling 3-hour Oxford top 10 highlights walking tour takes a journey through 1,100 years of history and visits the city’s must-see highlights. Starting from the heart of Oxfords historical centre, home to almost 40 colleges, your expert local guide offers a wonderful engaging tour through the vibrant historical streets of Oxford visiting both well-known sites and hidden gems where visitors can see, and experience so much more, than they could on their own. Included will be a visit to the 14th Radcliffe Square containing the most memorable of Oxford’s buildings such as the Old Schools Quadrangle, the Bodleian Library in addition to the magnificent 15th-Divinity School as well as the Tower of the Five Orders.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Tour Highlights – what we offer you on this tour
- Visit Oxford’s Top 10, including Bridge of Sighs, the 13th century New College Jewels and more
- Visit the Divinity Library, where many of the Harry Potter movies were filmed
- Learn all about how Oxford became one of Europe’s top seats of learning
Inclusions
- First-Class English Speaking local guide
- Entry Tickets to New College and Divinity School
Exclusions
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Transportation
- No Food or Drink
- Guide Gratuity
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
Oxford’s historic streets are cobbled and uneven, so sturdy shoes will help you navigate comfortably.
Bring a Light Rain Jacket
Weather can change quickly in Oxford, so a compact waterproof layer will keep you dry without slowing you down.
Arrive Early for Check-In
Starting on time from Cornmarket Street helps you get the most out of the 2.5-hour schedule and avoid crowds at popular sites.
Allow Time for Photography
Bring a camera or smartphone; Oxford’s blend of medieval and renaissance architecture offers great photo opportunities, especially within colleges and Radcliffe Square.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Pigeons commonly gather in Radcliffe Square
- Sparrows frequent the historic college gardens
History
Oxford University is one of the oldest universities in the world, with continuous teaching since at least 1096, shaping centuries of European scholarship.
Conservation
Oxford’s historic structures are actively preserved through coordinated conservation efforts to maintain their architectural integrity and cultural significance.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides support and traction on cobblestones and uneven pavement.
Water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during the walking tour.
Light rain jacket
Essential for sudden showers common in springtime Oxford.
spring specific
Camera or smartphone
Captures memorable architecture and scenic cityscapes.