Sheldonian Theatre Tours and Activities

The Sheldonian Theatre, located in Oxford, England, was built from 1664 to 1669 after a design by Christopher Wren for the University of Oxford.; Shutterstock ID 1043762053
The Sheldonian Theatre, located in Oxford, England, was built from 1664 to 1669 after a design by Christopher Wren for the University of Oxford.; Shutterstock ID 1043762053
The Sheldonian Theater in Oxford is used by the University for music concerts, lectures, and ceremonies. It was built from 1664 to 1669 from a design by Christopher Wren, one of the most highly acclaimed English architects in history. Self-guided tours of the theater (£3.50) offer entry to the main hall with its magnificent ceiling fresco, the heavy timber attic, and the 8-sided cupola with 360º views of Oxford.
£3.50 will grant you access to the Sheldonian Theater. The self-guided tour includes the main hall, the attic, and the roof. The rooftop cupola offers 360º views of Oxford.

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Publove The Rose & Crown

Publove The Rose & Crown

3 out of 5
London City Centre
Price was AU$2,052, price is now AU$1,724 per person
AU$1,724
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13 May - 16 May
found 15 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to London (LHR)
8/10 Very Good! (168 reviews)
The breakfast is exceptional and the staff helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

1 Hotel Mayfair

1 Hotel Mayfair

5 out of 5
London City Centre
Price was AU$3,786, price is now AU$2,914 per person
AU$2,914
per person
14 May - 17 May
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to London (LHR)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (319 reviews)
Staff anticipated our every need. Beautiful hotel. Nice bar. Great location

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Sanctum London Regents Park

Sanctum London Regents Park

5 out of 5
City of Westminster
Price was AU$2,676, price is now AU$2,117 per person
AU$2,117
per person
9 May - 12 May
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to London (LHR)
8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
Lovely place to stay if you want to be close to attractions

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

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Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford

Trip to Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick Castle, Cotswolds & Oxford

Activity duration is 11 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 104 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$163 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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3-Day Private Guided Tour from Oxford

3-Day Private Guided Tour from Oxford

Activity duration is 3 days
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$3,830 per traveller*
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Oxford University Walk & Punt Tour by Alumni™ & New College

Oxford University Walk & Punt Tour by Alumni™ & New College

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
7.8 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$96 per adult
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The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Oxford

The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Oxford

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$18 per adult*
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