Different ticket options allow you to visit the interior of some of the buildings, such as the University’s oldest teaching and examination room, The Divinity School (built 1427-88). Here you will discover more of the University’s fascinating history. Our guided tours go behind the scenes in the Library, including its oldest research library, the Duke Humfrey’s Library, which has been in constant use for over 400 years.
You can also visit the Weston Library which was completely renovated and reopened in 2015. This award winning building features the Café and shop, but also displays and exhibitions, which are free of charge and display some of the finest examples from the library collections.
We are open all year round, except at Christmas, New Year and Easter, when we close on certain days. Please check our web site for opening dates at these times.
Please note that certain areas of the library may close at short notice due to university, library or other hosted events.
For upto date openind times please visit our website
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Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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Guided Tours: Extended Tour 90 minutes | £14.00 per ticket |
Guided Tours: Mini Tour (30 minutes) | £6.00 per ticket |
Guided Tours: Standard Tour (60 minutes) | £8.00 per ticket |
Self-guided Visits: Audio Tour 40 minutes | £2.50 per ticket |
Self-guided Visits: Audio Tour 40 minutes (Family) | £6.00 per ticket |
Self-guided Visits: Divinity School 10 minutes | £1.00 per ticket |
Self-guided Visits:History Trail 40 minutes Family | £3.50 per ticket |
Group Rates
For more information on our group rates and group offer, please contact our Tours Coordinator.
The Bodleian Libraries does not have any parking facilities. Parking in the city centre is limited and visitors arriving by car are advised to use the Park and Ride service. Fast and frequent services link 5 car parks adjacent to the Ring Road with the city centre.
The Bodleian Library is located in the centre of Oxford. It is easily accessible by public transport: The train station is approximately 15 minutes’ walk from the Library and has regular local and national services. The bus station is approximately 5 minutes’ walk from the Library, with buses stopping throughout the city centre.
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