Christ Church

If you only had time to see one thing here in Oxford, this is easily the one place you MUST GO. Disclaimer: I love visiting schools in other countries, especially places that hold a significant historical value, so I was mentally salivating here. This is in the city centre and the entrance very easy to find. You can buy tickets online but you’d still have to go in to the entrance to redeem them because an audio guide tour is included. We spontaneously went on a sunny Sunday afternoon so it was quite crowded but we still got in! The cathedral was closed that day so the tickets were £6 pounds cheaper pp that day. The audio guide tour was available in many languages including BSL. It was quite comprehensive and had stories and videos you can watch for each area of the college, including historical explanations and personal student experiences. It’s a real college so they want you to be conscientious as to not disturb the students and faculty when you are there. There are some popular cultural references which this college holds, such as Harry Potter filming and the author of Alice in Wonderland. You’re able to take pictures anywhere here as well. There are very little restrictions there. I would say you’d easily spend 2-3 hours here from entrance to exit if you were to thoroughly go through the whole audio guide and take all the photos you want. Definitely worth the visit!

Visited Chris Church and was truly captivated by the experience. Firstly, the exterior of the church is magnificent and grand, while the interior showcases exceptional craftsmanship. As part of Oxford University, it is imbued with historical significance and cultural heritage. The well-maintained gardens are tidy and aesthetically pleasing, adding to the overall charm. Additionally, as one of the filming locations for Harry Potter, the church carries an extra layer of mystery and enchantment. Highly recommended for a visit!

The Christ Church tour was absolutely stunning and far beyond what I expected. I originally went just to see the famous Hogwarts staircase, but the whole place is breathtaking and much larger than I imagined. We explored at our own pace and ended up staying longer than planned. The audio guide seems more suited for those interested in studying at the college, as it includes detailed academic and historical information that casual visitors might skip. For tourists like me, wandering around freely was perfect. Just remember it is still an operating school, so a few areas are restricted and visitors should keep noise to a minimum. Definitely worth the visit for every Harry Potter fan.

Christ Church is breathtaking and full of history. As a Harry Potter fan I loved the references even though the main hall scenes were filmed in the studio. Still I cannot believe they built such a detailed set without shooting at least a few moments in the real hall. The stairs alone are iconic. One suggestion would be to offer a self guided tour option as the place is so rich in details that wandering freely would be an amazing experience

Visited Christ Church mainly for the Harry Potter sights and it did not disappoint! We saw several iconic spots from the films, like the staircase from the first movie and the Great Hall that inspired Hogwarts’ dining room. It was a bit crowded and the entrance fee is on the pricier side, but it was still absolutely worth it. The guide shared some fun facts and behind-the-scenes stories that added a nice extra touch to the visit. A must-see for any Potter fan (or history buff, honestly)!

Marvelous place. Couldn’t go inside as tickets were sold out, but the church’s grand architecture and serene grounds were stunning. A must-visit in Oxford for any classic architectural enthusiast or a Harry Potter fan - just book ahead to avoid missing the beautiful interiors.

Christ Church is a truly magnificent college with an inspiring academic vibe that makes you feel part of Oxford’s long intellectual tradition. The architecture is breathtaking, and every courtyard and cloister seems to tell a story. The Great Hall is simply spectacular.

Legendary & Iconic College For Harry Potter fans this is the place. Anyone wants to have breakfast in the Great Hall ? See the turning staircases? Here you will see where JK R. got a lot of her inspiration from, it is well worth your time. Obviously there are lots of tourists & HP fans but still well worth the visit. Here you have a few options but we choose the self guided tour. It was very good as it allows you to go at your own pace and skip some less interesting parts or stay longer in others. This is a must do visit for all Harry Potter fans. Note it also has one of the nicest Cathedrals in all the Oxford colleges which by itself is worth the visit. Highly recommended from us!

Beautiful place to visit. Highly recommend getting the audio recording so you know all the history.

Reviewing as a tourist, not a student. The dining hall is the filming site for the Hogwarts dining hall in Harry Potter. We had friends at the college and were able to join them as guests for dinner service, which was surprisingly good and very efficiently served. The ambiance is extraordinary. There is also a tiny pub tucked away in front of the dining hall that serves a beer specifically made for Christ Church College. The Tom Quad, their central grounds, is well kept and expansive - more open and palatial than the other colleges. There is a large tower here as a landmark, Tom Tower, a Christopher Wren work (the architect of St. Paul's in London). It's worth stopping in.

I think that just because Harry Potter was filmed here, made it worth visiting. Initially I though the great hall was filmed at the Uni of Oxford, but apparently from reading reviews, this is part of Uni of Oxford! I saw the "dining hall" it was magnificent...and the hallway where they filmed harry and ron talking to Professor M and the quidditch field or something of that sort. If you love HP, definitely visit...if you are a student, get that student discount!! Price is still high though..at 5.50 with student discount... reg is 7 pounds.. yikes... hate the price, but love that i can see where HP was filmed!

Walking into Christ Church for the first time is an undeniably breathtaking moment. The first thing you see is a huge quad of impeccably trimmed grass surrounding a fountain, all bordered by grand buildings. Christ Church is one of the most famous Oxford colleges. Its alumni include thirteen British prime ministers and Einstein was a guest student. The impressive builings have been used in Harry Potter (the dining hall is where students eat daily), Brideshead Revisited and the Golden Compass, and it's easy to see why. It's the only college in the world which also counts as a cathedral, which is well worth visiting. Check out the quads, especially Tom Quad and Blue Boar quadrangle. It's best to visit when the hall and cathedral are open. Prices: Adults: £4.90 Family: £9.80 Concessions: £3.90 Under 5s: Free It's cheaper if the hall or cathedral are not open. Price includes illustrated information guide.

The visitor's self walking tour inside the college is quite short for 8#s, but I'm still glad I did it. Would love to dine in that hall one day. The architecture is just amazing if you're in to that.

If you are a tourist or even a resident of oxford then this is one place you will want to visit. It is very beautiful - especially on a sunny day, and you will enjoy it. The buildings are grand and overly beautiful - and the grounds are well tended and lovely to wonder around. I would recommend bringing a picnic and having it in the ground if the weather permits it. Try and visit when the 'Harry Potter' hall is open - the kids will love seeing it. It is very big and grand, the students have breakfast there on sunday mornings. Remember to bring your camera!

Christ Church is an extremly popular College within Oxford University with 600 students. Christ Church Catherdral is also extremly well know as it sports world famous boy & girls choirs. The buildings as historic as they are, are a sight not to be missed. If you have a day in Oxford be sure to visit Christ Church. An small entrance fee may be charged to explore the College and its spectacular gardens. But it is worth every penny especially if you just want some chill out time or a lunch break... the scenary is beautiful.

Our group of forty from Arizona had a private tour of Christ Church and gardens! Our guides were so very knowledgeable and entertaining! References to the Harry Potter books and movies were abundant! The dining hall was quite impressive! Must of us got a chuckle out of the marble quotes wherein misspellings were simply adjusted by adding a letter as an afterthought... rather than ruining the entire marble slab to start over! So much history! We also delighted in the "silence" signage for testing taking place! Quite an amazing tour!

Good place to grab a tour. Find the Alice in Wonderland window in the Great Hall (go outside of dining hours). Instead of taking the tour, consider just attending the regular Cathedral service, which is as high church as you can find.

Food at christ church is slightly below average compared to standards at other colleges. They only have good food on guest nights.

christ church is a amazing college and also has a lovely cathedral . the college is in a prime location in oxford and a well recognised name in oxford. this location is perfect for looking at the beautiful architecture and perfect for sight seeing for tourists.

Another architecturally incredible Oxford college - its dining hall and grand staircase were used as sets for the Harry Potter films. It's easy to see why this remains one of Oxford's top tourist attractions.

I actually got to stay here for a week as part of a summer school program for adults called the Oxford Experience. For about 1200 pounds, you get room, full board and tuition in a course of your choosing (you couldn't stay in Oxford for a week with all meals alone for that...). Courses range from King Arthur and Jane Austen to the Beatles and murder mysteries; you are sure to find something fascinating. But the real star is Christ Church (you don't say College, just Christ Church, and its nickname is "the House"). Buildings that date from many centuries back, that you actually live in for a week, and you take three meals a day in the dining hall up the staircase they used in the Harry Potter movies. Awesome. I was so disappointed that Dumbledore wasn't there presiding over the high table. But it was terrific. Such history. And the best part was being there after the college gates were shut and locked and you were on the inside. The place was yours to wander around...fantastic. But if you can't do the program for a week, at least visit for the day.