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A group of people stand under a stone archway, listening to a guide inside an old, worn building. A painting is visible in the background. People sitting on benches in a dimly lit arched room; one person raises their hand. The walls and ceiling appear aged. Ancient stone arches and columns in a dimly lit underground room, with scattered stone slabs and textured brick walls. A store display features a knight statue surrounded by various medieval-themed merchandise, with a glass ceiling reflecting a castle. Several old-fashioned keys and locks hanging on metal bars, with blurred interior and arched window in the background. Two large trees stand atop a grassy hill with a stone wall at the base, under a blue sky with wispy clouds.
A group of people stand under a stone archway, listening to a guide inside an old, worn building. A painting is visible in the background. People sitting on benches in a dimly lit arched room; one person raises their hand. The walls and ceiling appear aged. Ancient stone arches and columns in a dimly lit underground room, with scattered stone slabs and textured brick walls. A store display features a knight statue surrounded by various medieval-themed merchandise, with a glass ceiling reflecting a castle. Several old-fashioned keys and locks hanging on metal bars, with blurred interior and arched window in the background.
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Oxford Castle and Prison

Get transported back through the ages with an atmospheric castle and prison tour

  1. Duration Guided tour: 1 hour

  2. Live guide English

Included

  • General admission to the Oxford Castle and Prison
  • One hour guided tour in English
  • Access to the Castle Mound
  • Free time to explore the premises after the tour

Join a costumed guide and uncover the rich and fascinating history of Oxford, its castle, and prison. Clamber up Saxon St. George's Tower, one of the oldest buildings in Oxford, and enjoy panoramic views over the historic city.

Then, descend into the atmospheric 900-year-old crypt, the only surviving remains of St. George's Chapel. You'll also explore the Debtors' Tower, Prison D-Wing, and the mound of the 11th-century Motte-and-Bailey castle.

Home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world, as well as some of the best examples of Anglo-Saxon architecture, Oxford is an atmospheric place, steeped in fascinating history.

Relive this history as an expert guide in full medieval garb shares Oxford's storied past in real-time, with plenty of humour sprinkled in for good measure. Hear tales of Empress Matilda and the fate of Mary Blandy, one of Oxford Prisons most famous criminals. If your curiosity is piqued, you can explore the castle until closing time at your own pace after the tour ends.

After you're teeming with new knowledge, you can relax in the café with a fresh brew and plan your next adventure in Oxford!
  • Show your smartphone ticket at the admissions desk. Please make sure to arrive 10 minutes before your booked timeslot
  • During busy periods, you may have to wait a short while until the next tour is available
  • After the one-hour tour, your tour guide will tell you where you can explore at your own leisure
Oxford Castle
44-46 Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY, Oxford
  1. Provider: Heritage Projects (Oxford Castle) Ltd
    Registered address: St Edmunds House, Margaret, Street, YO10 4UX, York, GB

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  • Luggage is not allowed on the tour. Lockers are available in the gift shop
  • Prams and pushchairs that do not fit through the doors must be left at the reception where they will be looked after by the staff
  • Pets are not allowed, with the exception of registered assistance dogs
  • No parking available on-site. Parking can be found at Oxpens, Worcester Street, and Gloucester Green – all a short walking distance from Oxford Castle and Prison
  • This ticket is nonrefundable
  • Rescheduling is not possible for this ticket

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