Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide
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Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide is a 5.3-hour experience in Oxford, United Kingdom, from $272 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 5.3 hours
- From
- $272 per person
The key point of this tour is to ensure you can see all the famous sights of Oxford without having to cross check between more than one tour company and to maximise your time in Oxford by ensuring that only the most experienced 5 star rated popular guides are delegated to lead this tour. The guide will pay for a modest lunch for you and will join you for lunch too and many of the guides are students or alumni of Oxford university, so if you for example have children whom you want to inspire to create a vision that they too could one day study at Oxford, the guide will share their experience of what it is like to live in Oxford. Includes average £10 lunch & £15 entry fees, per person. Enter two colleges, including Magdalen College, where CS Lewis taught, and the Divinity School at the Bodleian Library, or one of the other university colleges such as St John's, Exeter, Balliol, or St Edmund's Hall. Please see Exclusions section for dates, when some or most colleges may be closed.
What you get
About this experience
The key point of this tour is to ensure you can see all the famous sights of Oxford without having to cross check between more than one tour company and to maximise your time in Oxford by ensuring that only the most experienced 5 star rated popular guides are delegated to lead this tour. The guide will pay for a modest lunch for you and will join you for lunch too and many of the guides are students or alumni of Oxford university, so if you for example have children whom you want to inspire to create a vision that they too could one day study at Oxford, the guide will share their experience of what it is like to live in Oxford. Includes average £10 lunch & £15 entry fees, per person. Enter two colleges, including Magdalen College, where CS Lewis taught, and the Divinity School at the Bodleian Library, or one of the other university colleges such as St John's, Exeter, Balliol, or St Edmund's Hall. Please see Exclusions section for dates, when some or most colleges may be closed.
What's included
Included
- Admission fees
- Lunch
Not included
- Christ church entry is not included but we can assist you to reserve it
- Bodleian library entry is not included but we can assist you to reserve it
- Entry tickets to additional colleges beyond the two colleges is not included.
- We cannot always guarantee entry to some or all colleges during December 22 to January 2nd.
- We cannot always guarantee entry to some or all colleges on university graduation dates below...
- Sep 25 + 26, Nov 6 + 7 +13 + 14 of 2026
- Jan 23, Feb 27, March 6, May 14 + 15 + 22 of 2027
- Magdalen has published closures on these dates in 20206 to 2027:
- Sep 25, Oct 4, Dec 22 until Dec 31 of 2026
What you'll see and do
Balliol College
This college is one of several colleges which we always introduce from outside but depending on what is open or closed on the day of the tour, we also visit inside Magdalen plus one other college, so the second college could be visiting inside the college too. If it is, then we may spend up to half hour inside it. The second college which we enter during the tour, cost up to £5 per person entry, paid by the guide.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Trinity College
This college is one of several colleges which we always introduce from outside but depending on what is open or closed on the day of the tour, we also visit inside Magdalen plus one other college, so the second college could be visiting inside the college too. If it is, then we may spend up to half hour inside it. The second college which we enter during the tour, cost up to £5 per person entry, paid by the guide.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Sheldonian Theatre
Introduced from outside.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Weston Library
We may stop here on hot or cold days for WC and to get inside for a short break and or coffee stop.
5 minutes here
Bodleian Library
This venue may only ever be entered, if you are at least age 11 and if you instead book guided tour entry via Bodleain website, one month ahead for the library's own staff guided tours. We always introduce this site from outside and if you are a Harry Potter fan, option exists to visit inside the Divinity school Hogwarts film site at the Bodleian.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Bridge of Sighs
We pass by this sight- it is not open to visit inside of.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Hertford College
Introduced in passing from outside
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Brasenose College
Introduced in passing from outside
1 minutes here · Admission not included
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
It is free entry. Option to visit inside and we usually do unless a service on.
10 minutes here
All Souls College
This college is one of several colleges which we always introduce from outside but depending on what is open or closed on the day of the tour, we also visit inside Magdalen plus one other college, so the second college could be visiting inside the college too. If it is, then we may spend up to half hour inside it. The second college which we enter during the tour, cost up to £5 per person entry, paid by the guide.
5 minutes here
Exeter College
This college is one of several colleges which we always introduce from outside but depending on what is open or closed on the day of the tour, we also visit inside Magdalen plus one other college, so the second college could be visiting inside the college too. If it is, then we may spend up to half hour inside it. The second college which we enter during the tour, cost up to £5 per person entry, paid by the guide. Note this college is only open outside of term time.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Jesus College
This college is one of several colleges which we always introduce from outside but depending on what is open or closed on the day of the tour, we also visit inside Magdalen plus one other college, so the second college could be visiting inside the college too. If it is, then we may spend up to half hour inside it. The second college which we enter during the tour, cost up to £5 per person entry, paid by the guide.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Lincoln College
Introduced from inside the entrance area only.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Oxford Covered Market
This is the oldest covered market in England, dating to 1774. The venue offers a wide range of local, independent shops and cafes and takeway eateries and this is usually where we take you for lunch. Lunch value average per person is included and paid by the guide. There are some options for vegans and dietary concerns.
60 minutes here
University College
Introduced in passing- this is the oldest college dating to 1249 and it is also where Bill Clinton studied. Rarely open to the public.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Queen's College
Never open to the public. This is where 'Mr Bean', Rowan Atkinson studied.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Magdalen College
This college entry cost £10 in 2026, is paid for by the guide. We always visit this college- unless rare dates that it may be closed. Note it is always closed from about Dec 21 to Dec 31. This college is arguably the most beautiful in Oxford. It's where CS Lewis taught and where the Inklings writers met lots. It also has a flood meadow and deer.
45 minutes here · Admission included
St Edmund Hall
This college is one of several colleges which we always introduce from outside but depending on what is open or closed on the day of the tour, we also visit inside Magdalen plus one other college, so the second college could be visiting inside the college too. If it is, then we may spend up to half hour inside it. The second college which we enter during the tour, cost up to £5 per person entry, paid by the guide.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
New College
This is also a famous Harry Potter film site, so if you are more motivated to see the Harry Potter film sites than to visit Magdalen college, then we could swap default to visit New college instead of Magdalen. If so, it takes 45 minutes usually to walk around the medieval college. Entry costs £12 per person in 2026.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Wadham College
This college is one of several colleges which we always introduce from outside but depending on what is open or closed on the day of the tour, we also visit inside Magdalen plus one other college, so the second college could be visiting inside the college too. If it is, then we may spend up to half hour inside it. The second college which we enter during the tour, cost up to £5 per person entry, paid by the guide. This is the college which JK Rowling applied to but was not offered a place at.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
St John's College
This college is one of several colleges which we always introduce from outside but depending on what is open or closed on the day of the tour, we also visit inside Magdalen plus one other college, so the second college could be visiting inside the college too. If it is, then we may spend up to half hour inside it. The second college which we enter during the tour, cost up to £5 per person entry, paid by the guide.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Christ Church
This college is NOT included on this tour as there are many complications to get entry tickets and it costs as much as £25 per person. However, if you request us to reserve entry tickets for you, then the option does exist to have us reserve the tickets and then you pay extra on the day for the actual cost of the entry tickets. It can only be visited on a self guided audio guide basis, so it means visiting it either at 09.30am before you meet us or visiting it at end of entry at 3.45pm, after the tour ends there. We will introduce this tour from outside, either way though.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Radcliffe Camera
We always pass by and introduce this sight. It is not open to the public.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oxford
Look for our guide wearing a red lanyard, by our red or black sign OUTSIDE Oxford tourist info centre, 15 Broad street, OX1 3AS
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Look for our guide wearing a red lanyard, by our red or black sign OUTSIDE Oxford tourist info centre, 15 Broad street, OX1 3AS
Options you can book
One day in foreign language
Meal average value £10 person
DEFAULT English one day 2026
Average £10 person
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Visit Oxford Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Visit Oxford Tours, who run 31 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.2.
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Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oxford.
How much does Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide cost?
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Prices start at $272 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Oxford usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide take?
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Plan for about 5.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Oxford is not rushed.
Is Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Oxford, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Oxford can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Oxford and add a light layer if any part of the 5.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Oxford within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Oxford?
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On Outty we rank every Oxford experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon, Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide, Oxford Official University & City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Oxford?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Oxford?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide?
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Included: Admission fees; and Lunch. Not included: Christ church entry is not included but we can assist you to reserve it; Bodleian library entry is not included but we can assist you to reserve it; Entry tickets to additional colleges beyond the two colleges is not included; and We cannot always guarantee entry to some or all colleges during December 22 to January 2nd. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide?
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Look for our guide wearing a red lanyard, by our red or black sign OUTSIDE Oxford tourist info centre, 15 Broad street, OX1 3AS Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Oxford. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What booking options are available for Oxford One Day Tour Experience with Lunch and Guide?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including One day in foreign language, DEFAULT English one day 2026. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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