Simply Oxford University Tour
Simply Oxford – A Small Group Walking Tour
Looking for a more authentic way to explore Oxford? Join our Simply Oxford walking tour – designed for curious travellers who want more than just a crowd-following experience.
Unlike other tours that can have up to 50 people, we limit group size to just 12 guests. That means a more relaxed pace, easier interaction with your guide, and the chance to truly connect with the city. All tours are led by fully qualified guides who bring Oxford’s rich history and traditions to life.
- Tour starts at 2pm
- Available March to September on selected days (typically Wednesday & Saturday)
- Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
- £30 per person (+ small booking fee)
What You’ll See
Your tour begins at Christ Church Memorial Gardens on St Aldates. From there, your guide will lead you on a journey through Oxford’s historic heart – discovering the university’s origins, its legendary scholars, and the stunning architecture that surrounds you.
Tour highlights include (external views):
- The world-famous Bodleian Library
- The striking Radcliffe Camera
- The ornate Bridge of Sighs
- The Sheldonian Theatre
- The University Church of St Mary the Virgin
- The Clarendon Building, Weston Library, and Old Schools Quadrangle
- Historic college exteriors including All Souls, Brasenose, and more
- Hidden lanes, quirky stories, and beautiful photo spots along the way
When possible, we include a visit inside one of Oxford’s historic colleges – a real highlight of the tour. Please note that this cannot be guaranteed, as Oxford is a working university and access may be restricted due to events such as exams or degree ceremonies.
The tour ends near Broad Street, where your guide will share recommendations for dining, shopping, museums, or further sightseeing – helping you make the most of your time in Oxford.
Accessibility: Due to narrow, uneven paths, this tour is not suitable for wheelchairs or those with limited mobility. Contact us about arranging a private accessible tour.
No dogs on public tours please.
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Heidi was a very knowledgeable guide with an upbeat personality and good sense of humour. She customized parts of the tour based on our interests. We would have missed so many interesting things had we toured on our own. Thank you Heidi.
“Simply the best walking tour in Oxford.”
We loved the tour with Rebecca! She shared some very interesting stories about Oxford, was extremely knowledgeable and great to talk to. We left with a lot of pleasant memories and interesting anecdotes about Oxford and it’s history.
“A must for any visitor to Oxford”
Fun, friendly and informative, we would definitely recommend this tour.
We had a great tour with Heidi, who was very informative and knowledgeable about Oxford and make our walk both fun and interesting. Heidi made us feel as if we were walking with a knowledgeable friend, and it was a fun few hours.
We would definitely do this again.
Additional information
Our tour costs are clear and transparent.
Your guides are fully qualified and hold the green badge accreditation.
We are one of the highest rated companies in Oxford on TripAdvisor, with a 4.9 rating.
Whilst this is a group tour, each one is unique and the best route will be chosen on the day. We do not follow a script.
Tours numbers are much smaller than other tours in Oxford which allows for a more personalised tour rather than just being part of a large group and a scripted tour.
We cannot guarantee college entry.
