Oxford University Tour by Alumni™ & Punt + optional New College

Name: Oxford University Tour by Alumni™ & Punt + optional New College
Brand: Viator
Price: 75.08 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (46 reviews)

4.7(46)2 hr 30 min - 3 hr 30 minChinese, English, SpanishOxford, United Kingdom

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This tour offers something few others do: the chance to experience Oxford both on foot and from the water, all in one visit. Enjoy a full Oxford experience by combining our 90-minute student- or graduate-led college walking tour with a 30-minute chauffeured punting tour—a perfect way to take in the city’s history and beauty.

The tour is outdoors. If selected when booking, AFTER THE WALKING TOUR ENDS, your experience can be enriched with a self-guided visit to New College, one of the university’s most historic and picturesque colleges.

Then, without needing to plan a separate activity, you’ll step into a traditional punt and be taken along Oxford’s quieter, greener side. As you glide past the Botanic Gardens, Christ Church Meadows, and the banks where Lewis Carroll once walked, you’ll see a view of the city that most walking tours simply don’t reach.

It’s a well-balanced way to enjoy both Oxford’s rich academic tradition and its peaceful riverside setting—all in a single experience.

Included

Exceptional access to interiors (WHEN ACCESSIBLE)
Oxford University Student or Graduate Guide
Enjoy a chauffeured punting tour along the River Cherwell
Learn about the Oxbridge application process from a student
Learn about Oxford history and anecdotes
Gain an insight into student life at an elite university
Enter New College (WHEN YOU BOOK THIS OPTION)

Not included

Gratuities
Indoor access to structures unless booked in advance
Refreshments

Choose your option

6 options

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What you'll do

Meet the guide OUTSIDE the address, not inside
The location is not part of our business. The meeting point is the RED PILLAR MAILBOX in front of 11 Broad Street. Your guide wears a royal blue item of clothing with a heraldic shield—this may be a jacket, cap, beanie, scarf, or polo shirt.
Balliol College
Broad Street, Oxford, United Kingdom
Gain an overview of one of the oldest universities in the world while admiring the first of many architecturally grand buildings.
5 minAdmission not included
Trinity College
Broad Street, Oxford, United Kingdom
Take a look into some of the strange traditions that come with an old and prestigious university. From pranks to tortoises, student life certainly isn’t boring here!
5 minAdmission not included
Sheldonian Theatre
Broad Street, Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
Learn about the 13 busts visible atop the pillars, and get an insiders’ correction of a common misconception.
5 minAdmission not included
Hear about the intricacies of the Oxford graduation ceremony, and, if possible
take a look inside the Divinity School which was famously used in the Harry Potter films.
10 minAdmission included
Bodleian Library
Broad Street, University Of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
A library with a long history, find out about some of the treasures kept among the 12 million books here.
5 minAdmission not included
Radcliffe Camera
Radcliffe Square, Oxford, United Kingdom
A dome that is famous for being one of the Oxford Dreaming Spires, and a Camera which has nothing to do with photography? Contradictions abound here, and your guide will make sure you don’t get lost in them!
5 minAdmission not included
All Souls College
High Street, Oxford, United Kingdom
All Souls is a very prestigious college which requires an incredibly stringent examination to be completed by all prospective students. Your guide can give you examples of past questions; how do you think you would fare?
5 minAdmission not included
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
The High Street, Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
The University Church is a great location to understand some of the tensions between so called ‘Town and Gown’, and of course is a stunning building to appreciate!
5 minAdmission not included
Oriel College
Oriel Square, Oxford, United Kingdom
A controversial piece of university history, learn why there have been protests against honouring one of the main funders of the College.
10 minAdmission not included
Christ Church Meadow
Oxford, United Kingdom
One of the most famous sites in Oxford, there are many powerful figures associated with this college!
10 minAdmission not included
##IMPORTANT: This option is available only if selected at the time of booking
Access times for New College – Spring/Summer 2025 (10th March to 14th October): Open daily from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. Last entry at 4:30 pm. All visitors must leave the premises by 5:00 pm. The self-guided visit to New College takes place at the end of the walking tour. Access involves a short walk to the entrance on Holywell Street. Please keep these timings in mind when booking this option.
45 minAdmission not included
University of Oxford Botanic Garden
Rose Lane, Oxford, United Kingdom
Start your relaxing trip by being chauffeured past the UK’s oldest botanic garden, with the dreaming spires of Oxford peeking over the trees.
Christ Church Meadow
Oxford, United Kingdom
Continue your peaceful trip through the nature of Oxford by passing Christ Church Meadow, a large area owned by the College which allows access to many of the cities boathouses.
St. Hilda's College
Cowley Place, Oxford, United Kingdom
One of several extensive College Gardens, St Hilda’s boasts rich wildlife and seasonal colour year-round, perfect to appreciate on your serene trip along the River Cherwell!
After experiencing the above (and more!) on the walking tour, have a short break
and walk to Magdalen Bridge Boathouse, where a manager will meet you and direct you to the departure point for your punting tour!
10 min

Meeting and pickup

11 locations

Pickup details

Important: meet the guide OUTSIDE the address, not inside. The location is not part of our business. The meeting point is the RED PILLAR MAILBOX in front of 11 Broad Street. Your guide wears a royal blue item of clothing with a heraldic shield—this may be a jacket, cap, beanie, scarf, or polo shirt.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

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