History of Medicine Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™
Overview
Join a tour that dissects the long history of medical research and practice in Oxford!
The history of medicine is always a bit uncomfortable. This tour walks you through medical history in the city from medieval plagues, to the founding of the medical school, and the first trials of penicillin.
Far from a straightforward linear progression, Oxford’s medical history is a complicated conversation about health equity, medical ethics, and continued clashes over the control of the body.
All our tours are led by university researchers who have completed our official Uncomfortable Oxford training programme. Our guides combine expert knowledge and performance, ensuring each tour is a fun and educational experience.
What's Included
- Uncomfortable Oxford™ souvenir postcard
- Certified Uncomfortable Oxford™ Guide
- Tips
Meeting Location
Bridge of Sighs
New College Lane, Oxford OX1 3BL, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Radcliffe Observatory Quarter
Woodstock Road, Oxford OX2 6GG, UK
Tour ends at the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter.
What To Expect
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Bridge of Sighs
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
New College
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bodleian Library
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Clarendon Building
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
King's Arms, Oxford
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Oxford University Museum Of Natural History
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
War Memorial Garden
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St Luke's Chapel
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Activity code: C-158482P5
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