Experience Oxford's Art Masterpieces with an Art Historian
Overview
Explore the highlights of Oxford's two major art collections, at the Ashmolean Museum and Christ Church Picture Gallery, with an art historian and Sotheby’s specialist. Join me on a rich and entertaining journey through the history of European art, from Ancient Greece to French Impressionism. On the way, you’ll discover masterpieces ranging from Uccello's Hunt in the Forest, to Monet’s Sunset at Sea. Half way through, we’ll have a coffee break at Ashmolean’s Rooftop café. We’ll then walk to Christ Church Picture Gallery, part of Christ Church, one Oxford’s most famous colleges, to see masterpieces from their collection of mainly Italian paintings and drawings, including Botticelli's paintings of the Sybils, and Head of Young Woman by Verrocchio, one of the most beautiful drawings that remains from the Florentine Renaissance.
During the experience, you'll be introduced to specialist skills, including spotting painting restorations and identifying 15th century paper.
What's Included
- Price of ticket to Christ Church Picture Gallery
- Guide
- Snacks
Meeting Location
Beaumont Street
Oxford OX1 2PH, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Christ Church
Saint Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1DP, UK
What To Expect
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Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Christ Church Picture Gallery
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Price of ticket to Christ Church Picture Gallery.
- Guide.
- Snacks.
The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Experience Oxford's Art Masterpieces with an Art Historian is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Price of ticket to Christ Church Picture Gallery
- Guide
- Snacks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
