Landmark
Christ Church, Oxford
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Christ Church is the largest and arguably most magnificent college at the University of Oxford. Visitors can explore the medieval cathedral, climb Tom Tower for panoramic views, and marvel at the Great Hall, whose vaulted ceiling and portraits inspired the Hogwarts dining hall in the Harry Potter movies. The college's quadrangles and gardens offer a serene escape, while the hall's impressive collection of paintings and the 16th-century kitchen provide a glimpse into centuries of academic life.
Don't miss
- See the Great Hall, which served as the model for Hogwarts' dining hall in the Harry Potter films.
- Visit Christ Church Cathedral, the smallest cathedral in England and a functioning place of worship.
- Climb Tom Tower, designed by Sir Christopher Wren, for views over Oxford's spires.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Christ Church, Oxford
You can see Christ Church, Oxford on your own. A tour is worth it for the story behind it, for transport, or for combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inCity Sightseeing Oxford Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour4.6★ · 1,156 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$27 per personSee dates →
Most booked1.5-hour Oxford City and University Walking Tour4.7★ · 1,475 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$38 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleHarry Potter PRIVATE Tour + Self Guided Christ church Daily 12.454.8★ · 34 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$171 per personSee dates →More attractions in Oxford
