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
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-158482P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Uncomfortable Oxford™ souvenir postcard.
- Certified Uncomfortable Oxford™ Guide.
- Tips.
The minimum age to participate is 25. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the History of Medicine Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™ is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for History of Medicine Tour – by Uncomfortable Oxford™ will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Uncomfortable Oxford™ souvenir postcard
- Certified Uncomfortable Oxford™ Guide
- Tips
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
