Oxford: Christ Church College and Cathedral Guided Tour
ID: GYG828804-1315946
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover the history of Christ Church College and Cathedral on a guided tour. See the Bodley Tower staircase, the Great Refectory, and the Cloister and Cathedral.
Discover the Christ Church College and Cathedral on a guided tour. Learn about the history of the college and its famous alumni, including 13 prime ministers, the philosopher John Locke, and the author of Alice in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll.
Meet your guide and set off on a tour of the college. See the Great Refectory, the Bodley Tower staircase, Sir Christopher Wren’s bell tower in the Great Tom Quad, the Cloister, and the Cathedral.
Learn about the college's history and its connection to the city of Oxford. Hear about the college's patron saint, St Frideswide, and the college's visitor, the Monarch.
Afterwards, take a walk through the heart of the city and learn about the architectural and historical highlights of the University, and how it works today.
Highlights
- Discover the history of Christ Church College and Cathedral on a guided tour
- See the Bodley Tower staircase, the Great Refectory, and the Cloister and Cathedral
- Learn about the college's famous alumni, including 13 prime ministers
- Visit the college chapel, which is also the city cathedral
- Take a walk through the heart of the city and learn about the University
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Photography is allowed unless otherwise indicated
Check weather conditions and dress appropriately
Meadow Gate, St Aldgate's, OX1
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
