Secret Oxford: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

one hour – 1 h 15 min Free cancellation Private tour

Secret Oxford: A Self-Guided Walking Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Welcome to the Secret Oxford Walking tour, where you’ll take roads less travelled and see some of the city’s surprising features, along with its highlights.

On this walking tour of the city, you’ll tread in the footsteps of some of Oxford’s most famous names, while sound effects and music enhance the sense of being transported back over a thousand years.

Starting from Oxford Railway Station, you’ll hear about the city’s Anglo-Saxon origins whilst making your way through modern streets to its peaceful canal. I’ll share stories about dramatic escapes from Oxford Castle, clashes with Vikings, and how residents have fought for their independence over the centuries.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour – 1 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: App for Android and iOS
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will star

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Transportation

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

The tour begins at the Oxford Railway Station.
Oxford Castle Prison

Passing by

We'll pass by the storied Oxford Castle & Prison. Entry inside isn't included.
Westgate Oxford

Passing by

We'll walk along the historic Westgate Oxford.
Alice’s Shop

Passing by

We'll pass by the famous Alice's Shop, with its unique treasures inside. Entry inside isn't included.
Christ Church Meadow

Passing by

We'll take a walk through the picturesque Christ Church Meadow.
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin

Passing by

We'll pass by the University Church of St Mary the Virgin, with its beautiful facade. Entry inside isn't included.
Radcliffe Camera

Passing by

We'll pass by and hear about the famous Radcliffe Camera. Entry inside isn't included.
Sheldonian Theatre

Passing by

We'll pass by the The Sheldonian Theatre, another jewel of Oxford. Entry inside isn't included.
Stop 9

Passing by

We'll pass by The Divinity School, an Oxford landmark. Entry inside isn't included.
Oxford Covered Market

Passing by

We'll take a walk through The Covered Market, with its delicious offerings.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This tour starts at Oxford Railway Station. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends at Carfax Tower.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

Create an account

Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]