University Church of St. Mary, <em>Oxford</em>
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University Church of St. Mary, Oxford

About University Church of St. Mary

St Mary the Virgin University Church is surrounded by university buildings, and this religious site has a Baroque entrance and spire, which makes it unique from other places. You can enjoy the highest view from the top of the tower and visit the vaults and Garden café to sit and relax whilst sipping a coffee. You can visit the church anytime throughout the year and ask guides for help in case of any queries.

If you are someone who yearns for a space of calmness, then this place is the right place to visit in oxford. The church offers a space where visitors can meditate, pray or light a handle. The church is a pet-friendly space and offers easy parking. To climb the tower, you should be at least 8 years old and kids must be accompanied by adults at all times. 

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Day Wise Timings

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Open 7 days a week
Paid entry
Monday12:00 – 18:00
Tuesday12:00 – 18:00
Wednesday12:00 – 18:00
Thursday09:30 – 18:00
Friday09:30 – 18:00
Saturday09:30 – 18:00
Sunday12:00 – 18:00
Hours are seasonal — confirm your date at checkout. Special events may extend closing time.

University Church of St. Mary Highlights

• Climb up the tower to enjoy the exquisite panoramic view of the city center, universities as well as other renowned landmarks.
• The 13th-century tower, the oldest part of the church, is decorated with charmingly carved gargoyles and grotesques. The church charges visitors to witness the amazing view of the heart of the historic university city, especially the Radcliffe Camera, Radcliffe Square, and Brasenose College.
• Visit the Holywell cemetery, it is one of Oxford’s best-kept secrets, filled with immense tranquillity in a city where stillness and space flow like an ocean. There are several stories hidden behind the stones of Holywell cemetery.

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Henry Gibson27 Oct 2022
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Luna George26 Sept 2022
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Booked: University Church of St Mary the Virgin Tickets with City Tour, Oxford

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Isaiah Alvarez21 Dec 2022
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Adeline Wheeler31 Oct 2022
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