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Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford

Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford

Activity duration is 11 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 104 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $158 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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3-Day Private Guided Tour from Oxford

3-Day Private Guided Tour from Oxford

Activity duration is 3 days
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $3,726 per traveller*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Oxford: Luxury Afternoon Tea with River Views

Oxford: Luxury Afternoon Tea with River Views

Activity duration is 2 hours
Price is CA $52 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Oxford: University Private Punting Tour on River Cherwell

Oxford: University Private Punting Tour on River Cherwell

Activity duration is 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $93 per traveller*
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Popular places to visit

Oxford University Museum of Natural History featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and a park

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

You can browse the exhibits at Oxford University Museum of Natural History, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Madgalen College stands next to the River Cherwell in Oxford. Its large, square tower is an Oxford landmark. It is a tradition, dating to the days of Henry VII, that the college choir sings from the top of the tower at 6 am on the 1st of May.

Magdalen College

Explore the campus of Magdalen College, during your trip to Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Magdalen College

Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford

Though Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford while you are here.

Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford

Oxford sightseeing tours & attractions