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Oxford: The Original Uncomfortable Oxford™ Tour｜United Kingdom
Oxford: The Original Uncomfortable Oxford™ Tour｜United Kingdom
Oxford: The Original Uncomfortable Oxford™ Tour｜United Kingdom
Oxford: The Original Uncomfortable Oxford™ Tour｜United Kingdom
Oxford: The Original Uncomfortable Oxford™ Tour｜United Kingdom

Oxford: The Original Uncomfortable Oxford™ Tour｜United Kingdom

United Kingdom-England , Oxford
Duration:1 hour(s) 30 min(s)
Free cancellation 3 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Engage with an expert researcher from the University
  • Discover how the University of Oxford gained power, locally and globally
  • Learn about the historic tensions between the town and the gown
  • Explore Oxford's connections to Empire
  • Visit the iconic city sights and go beyond traditional narratives
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Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypeShared tour
Transportation methodGet there on your own
Tour typesGuided tour
Meal arrangementArrange yourself
Additional service & facilityBarrier free
Sightseeing typeCity walking tour, Historic site tour, Hiking
TransportWalking

Product Info

Discover Oxford’s iconic landmarks while uncovering the city’s diverse and complex past.

This must-see tour of Oxford’s city centre is the perfect introduction to the city’s rich history, offering a deep dive into the historical narratives that have shaped both the university and the city itself. Explore stories of empire, race, class, and gender, and learn how these themes continue to influence our modern world.

Led by knowledgeable University researchers who have completed our specialised Uncomfortable Oxford™ training program, this tour combines expert insight with engaging storytelling, making it both educational and entertaining.

This is a great family-friendly tour of Oxford, suitable for ages 12 and up. It is a stimulating, unique tour for those with an interest in cultural tourism, history lovers, and those interested in discovering Oxford’s diverse past.

Highlights include:
Rhodes Statue
All Souls College
Weston Library
Sheldonian Theatre
Balliol College
Faculty of History
Bonn Square

Please note that the itinerary may vary slightly depending on the time and guide. This tour does not take you inside any colleges.

Important Info

Reminders

  • What To Bring: Comfortable shoes

  • What To Bring: Weather-appropriate clothing

  • Know Before You Go: This tour runs rain or shine and covers around 2 kilometers of walking, including some street crossings and sections with cobblestones

  • Know Before You Go: We believe in promoting equality and ensuring that all our services are fair and sensitive to the needs of all participants. Our guides undertake rigorous accessibility training and are ready to adapt content and itineraries as needed to accommodate participants of all abilities

  • Know Before You Go: After the tour, participants will receive access to a reading list to learn more about the topics covered

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