4.6 (1.3 k) · Oxford · By City Sightseeing Ltd - UK and Ireland ▶ Watch the videoFree cancellation
Explore the stunning city of Oxford with a flexible hop-on hop-off bus tour, valid for 24 or 48 hours.
Discover the city's rich history and architectural splendor at your own pace, freely boarding and alighting the double-decker bus.
From the open-top deck, enjoy panoramic views of iconic landmarks such as Christ Church College, Brasenose College, The Plain, the Sheldonian Theatre, Trinity College, and the historic Eagle and Child pub, a famous meeting spot for J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis.
The engaging on-board audio commentary, available in multiple languages, will captivate you with fascinating historical facts.
Enhance your experience with an expertly guided walking tour for a deeper immersion into the local culture.
✓ Enjoy a 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.✓ On-board audio commentary is provided in 14 languages, with free headphones included.✓ A 40-minute River Cruise is included when you select the Bus + River Cruise ticket.✓ Mobile tickets are accepted for easy boarding.✓ Participate in a 60-minute Oxford Uncovered Walking Tour.✓ Your vouchers are valid for 12 months from the selected travel date.✕ Hotel pick-up and drop-off services are not provided.✕ Food and beverages are not included, unless specifically mentioned.✕ Gratuities for guides are not included.Historic City & University Route
1 h · 18 arrêts : Railway Station, Park End Street, Gloucester Green Bus Station (Bay 7), Oxford Castle, Westgate Shopping Centre, Speedwell Street, Christ Church, The Radcliffe Camera, The Queen's College, St. Cross Road, South Parks Road, Wadham College, Trinity College, Parks Road, Banbury Road, Woodstock Road, St. Giles Church, Martyr's Memorial
Until July 17th: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30 AM. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6:00 PM. Frequency: every 15 minutes.
July 18th - September 1st: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30 AM. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6:30 PM. Frequency: every 15 minutes.
September 2nd - October 23rd: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30 AM. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:00 PM. Frequency: every 15 minutes (Saturdays & Sundays), every 20 minutes (Mondays - Fridays).
October 24th - November 1st: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30 AM. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:00 PM. Frequency: every 20 minutes.
Mobile or paper tickets are accepted. One ticket is issued per booking.
You are required to present a mobile or printed voucher to board the tour.
Printed vouchers must be exchanged at the City Sightseeing shop located at Oxford Railway Station.
Mobile vouchers can be used for boarding at any stop along the route.
Your voucher offers flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you choose during checkout.
For the River Cruise (if the Bus + River Cruise ticket is selected): Upon redeeming your bus ticket, you will receive a code to use when boarding the boat. Children under 3 years old can travel for free. Children aged 3 and 4 can purchase their boat tickets directly on the boat.
Please be aware that ongoing roadworks in the city may cause delays to the tour. While efforts are made to minimize disruptions, these delays can be beyond our control.
The tour is wheelchair accessible. Infants and small children can be accommodated in a pram or stroller. Public transportation options are conveniently located nearby. The tour is suitable for individuals of all physical fitness levels. Until July 17th: The first bus departs from Stop 1 at 9:30 AM, and the last bus departs at 6:00 PM. Buses run every 15 minutes. From July 18th to September 1st: The first bus departs from Stop 1 at 9:30 AM, and the last bus departs at 6:30 PM. Buses run every 15 minutes. From September 2nd to October 23rd: The first bus departs from Stop 1 at 9:30 AM, and the last bus departs at 5:00 PM. Buses run every 15 minutes on Saturdays and Sundays, and every 20 minutes from Monday to Friday. From October 24th to November 1st: The first bus departs from Stop 1 at 9:30 AM, and the last bus departs at 5:00 PM. Buses run every 20 minutes. The duration of the bus tour is 60 minutes. Live Guided Bus Tour: Departs from Stop 9 at 10:55 AM, 11:55 AM, 12:55 PM, 1:55 PM, 2:55 PM, and 3:55 PM. The final tour concludes around 4:55 PM at Stop 9. Oxford Uncovered Walking Tour: This tour lasts 60 minutes and departs from the Visitor Information Point, City Sightseeing Oxford, 44-45 High Street, OX1 4AP. Tours are available daily, every hour from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, subject to availability. Kindly note that the guided walking tour operates seasonally. Please inquire upon arrival for the most current information. You can present either a mobile or a paper voucher. Paper vouchers must be redeemed at the City Sightseeing shop at Oxford Railway Station. Mobile vouchers are accepted at all bus stops. Vouchers remain valid for 12 months from the travel date selected during checkout. River Cruise (if Bus + River Cruise ticket is selected): A code for the boat will be provided upon bus ticket redemption and can be used for boarding. Daily return trips to Iffley Lock are available at 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM, and 5:00 PM. These cruises operate from April to the end of September, weather permitting. Children under 3 travel free; those aged 3 and 4 can purchase tickets on the boat. 48-Hour Bus Ticket This ticket includes a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. It also includes a 45-minute Stepping Through Oxford Walking Tour (seasonal). 24-Hour Bus Ticket This ticket includes a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. It also includes a 45-minute Stepping Through Oxford Walking Tour (seasonal). Consider purchasing the 48-hour ticket for a more relaxed exploration. Check the bus schedule in advance, especially during off-peak seasons. Wear comfortable shoes for the walking tour. Take advantage of the multi-language audio commentary to learn about Oxford's rich past. The river cruise is a delightful addition, especially during warmer months. For a full refund, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 2065OXF
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WizardTrip Help Center Tourists interested in history Visitors exploring Oxford Families Students Explore Oxford at your own pace with hop-on hop-off flexibility. Enjoy panoramic views from the open-top double-decker bus. Gain insights with multi-language audio commentary and a guided walking tour. Discover historical landmarks and famous university colleges. Optional river cruise for a different perspective.
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How long is the hop-on hop-off bus tour valid for? + The bus tour is valid for either 24 or 48 hours, depending on the ticket option selected.
What languages are available for the audio commentary? + Audio commentary is available in 14 languages, including English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Chinese, and Japanese.
Is the walking tour included with all tickets? + Yes, both the 24-hour and 48-hour bus tickets include a walking tour, which is seasonal.
Can I use a mobile ticket? + Yes, mobile tickets are accepted and can be redeemed at any stop along the route.
When do the river cruises operate? + River cruises operate daily from April to the end of September, weather permitting, with departures at 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM, 4 PM, and 5 PM.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Disappointment
lindahH5707ZC, October 2026
We arrived in Oxford on a coach tour, having travelled 3 hours from the Isle of Wight.
On arrival in Oxford, we found several roads closed because there was a marathon event, of which we were not informed prior to booking the tickets.
We had hoped to decide on our walking route based on a bus tour to see the places of interest. But I had no intention of paying for the tour when it was reduced considerably.
We were advised that the roads would be open again at 4pm - this was useless to us, as we had to leave at 4.15pm.
So I cannot give a good review, in this case.
It is now 3 days since the visit and although TripAdvisor have said our ticket costs would be refunded, I have not seen it yet.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Bus tour
LOU-J-Pea, October 2026
Martin our guide was lovely really friendly and very knowledgeable. Great way to get your bearings ,and where to see first
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Great value for money
82ananyad, October 2026
The hop-on hop-off service is very convenient with a highly informative bus guide. We also went for the optional walking tour around the city centre which was excellent. Our tour guide. Peter, was very friendly and told us many stories about the colleges' history and gave us recommendations on what to do in Oxford. Would highly recommend this experience for it's value for money and incredible guides
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Good value
boreas2016, October 2026
Convenient service, and our bus also had ann energetic, friendly and knowledgeable live guide.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Thank you driver "Linda"
C1227FAphilb, October 2026
My wife and I have used the Hop on Hop off bus service on other trips but this one was exceptional!
On our first round we enjoyed a private guide who was very knowledgeable. Much better than the standard pre-recorded audio guide. On a subsequent round I mistakenly lefty backpack on the bus. A ticket sales person suggested that we call the Oxford office. I did and a message went out to all the drivers to look for the backpack. We boarded the next bus and the driver "Linda" brilliantly worked out the details for us to recover our backpack. She suggested that we walk to a nearby stop and the next bus will be the one with our bag. We did and we recovered it!
Thank you driver Linda! And thank you City Sightseeing tours for having such an excellent system in place!
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