One Day Tour of Oxford in May 2023

  1. 9:00AM: Ashmolean Museum
    5 minutes (0.3 miles) from Oxford city centre

    Ashmolean Museum is one of the oldest public museums in the world. It has a vast collection of art and archaeology, ranging from Egyptian mummies to modern art. You can explore more than 500,000 objects on display, including works of Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Picasso.

  2. 11:00AM: University of Oxford Botanic Garden and Harcourt Arboretum
    10 minutes (0.8 miles) from Ashmolean Museum

    Established in 1621, the University of Oxford Botanic Garden is the oldest botanic garden in the UK. It houses more than 5,000 species of plants, including medicinal plants, and a tropical greenhouse. Harcourt Arboretum is a 130-acre site located in the Chiltern Hills, where you can see a diverse collection of trees and shrubs.

  3. 1:00PM: Oxford Covered Market
    15 minutes (1.1 miles) from University of Oxford Botanic Garden and Harcourt Arboretum

    Oxford Covered Market is a historic market dating back to the 18th century. It has more than 50 traders selling a variety of goods, including local produce, fresh seafood, handmade chocolates, flowers, and clothing. You can also find cafes and restaurants serving traditional English food.

  4. 3:00PM: Christ Church College
    5 minutes (0.2 miles) from Oxford Covered Market

    Christ Church College is one of the most famous colleges of the University of Oxford, with an impressive architecture and rich history. You can visit the Great Hall, where Harry Potter was filmed, and see the beautiful Cathedral. The college also has a vast collection of art and books.

  5. 5:00PM: Oxford Castle and Prison
    10 minutes (0.5 miles) from Christ Church College

    Oxford Castle and Prison is a historic castle turned into a tourist attraction. You can explore the 900-year-old crypt and climb the Saxon St. George's Tower for panoramic views of the city. You can also visit the prison wing and learn about the life of prisoners in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ashmolean Museum (2 hours, £0)
  • University of Oxford Botanic Garden and Harcourt Arboretum (2 hours, £10)
  • Oxford Covered Market (2 hours, £20)
  • Christ Church College (2 hours, £9)
  • Oxford Castle and Prison (2 hours, £15)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £54
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