Guided Cycling Tour of Oxford: Experience Historic Architecture and Countryside
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Join a guided cycling tour of Oxford to explore its historic architecture, countryside, and rivers. See more of this beautiful city on two wheels!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Radcliffe Camera - Historic neo-classical style building built in 1737-49 belonging to the Oxford University. It is one of 28 libraries belonging to the university!
- Bridge of Sighs - Which came first, the Oxford version or the one found in Venice?! Linkin two university buildings, this is in the centre of historic Oxford
- Sheldonian Theatre - A unique designed building based on a design by Christopher Wren and built from 1664-1669.
- Lady Margaret Hall - Part of the University of Oxford and known as LMH. It was founded in 1878 as the first women’s college in Oxford, and since 1979 has accepted both women and men.
- Port Meadow - Discover one of the largest open spaces in Oxford where cows, horses and wildlife freely graze! The River Thames flows through the meadow, which is a Site of Specific Interest (SSSI) and a Scheduled Ancient Monument
- Thames River - The Thames at Oxford meets with the Oxford Canal and supports wildlife, small boats, rowers from the universities and the opportunity to ride and walk by its side!
- Oxford Canal - See the peaceful Oxford canal system, once a thriving element of Oxford’s industry now home to many narrow boat resident.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Bicycle use
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- entrance to attractions is not included
Additional Information
Oxford is a stunning city filled with captivating and historical buildings, open countryside, serene rivers and canals, and has been (and continues to be) the dwelling place of many influential people.
A unique guided bike tour of Oxford awaits you, giving you the opportunity to see and experience more of what Oxford can provide.
Using a bicycle enables you to explore more of the city and its surrounding areas.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- As this is a cycle tour, wheelchairs and strollers wouldn’t be used but tag alongs are available
- Minimum 2 travellers or single person supplement
- Please check-in 10 minutes before departure
- Not recommended for late stage pregnant travellers
Location
78 Walton St
Walton Street
Departure Point: Central Oxford
Address: Walton Street Cycles
78 Walton Street
Oxford
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Davidjrcb
Oct 29, 2023
Electric bike hire - We rented electric bikes from Bainton. They were really helpful and had plenty of good advice for us for our day in the Cotswolds. The bikes were excellent. Very good value.
Definitely will use Bainton again.
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