• The Head of the River, Oxford - Begin the Oxford Historic Pub Tour at this charming spot with a beautiful riverside garden. Discover the history of the Oxford University eights races and the origin of the pub’s name.
• The Bear Inn, Oxford - Explore whether The Bear is indeed Oxford’s oldest pub, dating back to 1262. Delve into The Bear’s fascinating collection of over 4,500 snipped neckties.
• Carfax Tower - Uncover the story of the St. Scholastica Day riot, which began with a pub brawl at the Swindlestock Tavern.
• The Crown - Frequented by William Shakespeare, The Crown Inn is rumored to have seen him become quite friendly with the landlord’s wife.
• Turf Tavern - This hidden treasure of Oxford may be tricky to locate, but our precise audio directions will guide you there. The Turf is rich with tales of celebrity drinking adventures.
• King’s Arms, Oxford - Discover the King’s Arms’ claim to fame as the pub with the “highest IQ per square foot in the world.” This atmospheric pub features cozy back rooms and a real log fire during winter.
• Oxford Covered Market - Operating since 1774, the Covered Market has evolved with modern craft ale bars and shops. It’s a must-visit to experience the historic ambiance and perhaps enjoy a craft ale and some food.
• White Horse - Possibly the smallest pub in Oxford, it has made numerous appearances in Colin Dexter’s Inspector Morse series.
• The Grapes - Conclude the Oxford Historic Pub Tour at this Victorian-style pub, perfect for reflecting on the ten pubs visited. Enjoy a selection of over 40 keg and 8 cask ales.

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

• Smartphone and headphones
• Food and drinks
• Transportation
• Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour

Oxford’s historic streets are brimming with fascinating and unique pubs, some of which have been serving patrons for over 700 years. This self-guided walking tour invites you to explore some of the city’s oldest and most eccentric pubs. Beginning at the Head of the River pub near Folly Bridge, you’ll meander through cobblestone lanes and secret passages to uncover ten of Paul Coyne’s favorite pubs, each with its own tale. The audio guide will navigate you through the ancient streets where both students and locals have experienced an ‘Education in Intoxication.’ You’ll discover where a Tuesday afternoon pub brawl took 600 years to resolve and find out which pub once housed a camel. Additionally, you’ll encounter historical landmarks such as Hertford Bridge, Carfax Tower, and Radcliffe Square. By the tour’s conclusion, in front of the Grapes on George Street, you’ll have learned the distinctions between an alehouse, a tavern, and an inn.

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