Oxford Experience Cruise

Oxford River Cruises

Available to 30 November 2024

Up to 5% discount with promo code DAYSOUT

What else is on at Oxford River Cruises?

Cruise along the Thames down the University Regatta Course, pass ancient Folly Bridge, Christ Church College and Meadows and the University Rowing Houses.

Take in all the sights of Oxford from the river

Take in a fascinating stretch of river as you cruise down the University Regatta Course towards quaint Iffley Village.

Pass ancient Folly Bridge, Christchurch College and Meadows, and the university rowing houses. This is one of the busiest and most colourful stretches of the Thames (the stretch locally known as The Isis).

Rowing eights, punts, university boats, and large pleasure cruisers come together in a lively display of all that the river has to offer.

What's included on your Oxford Experience Cruise?

  • 50-minute Sightseeing Tour
  • Take in the beauty of Oxford whilst cruising down the University Regatta Course
  • See ancient Folly Bridge, Christchurch College and Meadows, the college boat houses and Iffley Lock
  • Hear the history of the river from your knowledgeable skipper
  • 10% food discount at The Folly
  • Public cruise runs daily April to October
The Folly Restaurant,
1 Folly Bridge,
Oxfordshire OX1 4JU
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Departure point

Public cruises depart from their moorings at:

Folly Restaurant,
1 Folly Bridge,
Oxford
OX1 4JU

The closest available parking is at the Westgate multi-story parking lot (OX1 1NT). Parking is also available at Redbridge Park and Ride (OX1 4XG). Please ensure that you allow adequate travel time and arrive at the departure point before your scheduled cruise time.

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