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Medieval Oxford Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™ 20% OFF

Location Oxford, South East England, England, United Kingdom
$122.14
$152.68
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Medieval Oxford Tour offers a unique perspective on life in the Middle Ages, challenging common stereotypes and misconceptions. This engaging 1.5-hour experience invites you to explore the historical complexities of the city while discussing the lasting impacts of its past.

  • 🏰 Begin your journey at Oxford Castle, learning about its rich history as both a fortification and a prison.
  • 😂 Pause outside the castle to uncover the humor and daily life of medieval citizens.
  • 🧱 Walk along the edge of the medieval city wall to Greyfriars Place and discuss historical heresy and prosecution.
  • 📜 Cross Brewer Street to learn about the medieval begging laws and how students were funded in the past.
  • 🏛️ Stop at the grand entrance of Christ Church College to discover the historic Jewish communities that once thrived in the city.
  • 👨‍🎓 Outside Oriel College, delve into the historic divisions of labor and the tensions between the Town and the Gown.
  • ⛪ Finish your tour at St. Michael At The North Gate, engaging in discussions about historical memory and the allure of 'horrible histories.'
  • 🧑‍🏫 Led by a trained guide, this tour encourages active discussion on historical memory and the impacts of discrimination.
  • ♿ Wheelchair accessible, with transportation options and public transport nearby; prams and strollers are welcome.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Private Tour (up to 15 people)
Private Tour (up to 15 people)
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Trained Guide

Meeting point
Meet our guide outside of the main entrance to the Oxford Castle & Prison. Guide will be wearing a vest and holding our company tote bag.
Return details
Tour finishes on Cornmarket Street in central Oxford.

  • Oxford Castle Prison
    Begin tour at the Oxford Castle and learn about its long history as a fortification and prison.
  • Pause to learn about medieval life and humour outside the castle of Oxford.
  • Follow the edge of the medieval city wall to Greyfriars Place and discuss the long history of heresy and prosecution in the city.
  • Cross Brewer Street to learn about medieval begging laws and student funding in the past.
  • Christ Church
    Stop at the grand entrance to Christ Church College and learn about the historic Jewish communities who used to occupy the city centre.
  • Oriel College
    Out side of Oriel College, learn about historic divisions of labour in the city and the inherent tensions between the Town and the Gown.
  • St. Michael At The North Gate
    Finish the tour outside the Anglo-Saxon tower of St. Michael at the North Gate to engage with topics of historical memory and the fascination with horrible histories.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Medieval Oxford Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™ 20% OFF

    Location Oxford, South East England, England, United Kingdom
    $122.14
    $152.68
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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