Quick Facts
Christ Church (founded 1546 by Henry VIII) is Oxford's largest and grandest college, with the largest quad (Tom Quad) and the only college that is also a cathedral. 13 British Prime Ministers studied here. Featured prominently in Harry Potter.
- Address: St Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1DP
- Open: 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, 2pm-5pm Sun
- Cost: £18 adult online
- Audio guide: included with admission
What to See
- Tom Quad — England's largest college quad
- Tom Tower — Christopher Wren tower, 7th-century bell
- The Great Hall — 16th-century dining hall (Harry Potter inspiration)
- Christ Church Cathedral — only college that is a cathedral
- Picture Gallery (£5 extra) — Old Master drawings and paintings
- Meadow — beautiful walking grounds with cattle
Tickets & Times
| Ticket | Online |
|---|---|
| Adult | £18 |
| Concession | £16 |
| Child (5-17) | £15 |
| Family | £50 |
Harry Potter Sites
- The Great Hall — inspired Hogwarts dining hall (filming was a replica)
- Bodleian Library (separate ticket) — Hogwarts library scenes
- New College Cloisters (£8) — used for "Mad Eye" Moody scenes
- Christ Church Staircase — Professor McGonagall greets new students
Tips
- Book online — saves £2 vs gate, skip queue
- Closed during exam season (May-June) for some visitors
- Allow 90 min for college + cathedral + meadow
- Don't walk on grass in quads — strict rule
- Combine with Bodleian Library tour and punting
- Free entry to cathedral if attending Evensong
🎬 Filming alert: Christ Church appears in Brideshead Revisited, Inspector Morse, The Golden Compass and Harry Potter. Most-filmed Oxford college.