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Photo of a family sitting inside the Sheldonian theatre, holding the Oxford Open Doors brochure and pointing, looking and smiling at the ceiling

Admission Prices 2024/2025

Access to the Auditorium, Old Printing Loft and Cupola	Prices
General Admission	£4.75
Concessions A concessionary price with a 15% discount is available to: Those over 60 or under 16 years of age; Blue Badge Holders; Students with an NUS TOTUM Card; Experience Oxfordshire members with a Perks card; Guests of Oxford Alumni.	£4.00
Complimentary Complimentary access is available to: Matriculated students and University staff with a valid University of Oxford card plus up to 3 guests per day; Alumni cardholders, with a concession charge for accompanying guests.

Opening Times
Safety & Accessibility

Opening Times

Please note opening times vary.
_{Occasionally, we may have to close the Sheldonian on short notice; we apologise for any inconvenience.}

Day	Date	Opening Times (times listed are first and last entrance)
Thur	20 February	09:00 - 16:30
Fri	21 February	09:00 - 16:30
Sat	22 February	09:00 - 16:30
Mon	24 February	09:00 - 16:30
Wed	26 February	09:00 - 16:30
Tue	04 March	09:00 - 16:30
Tue	18 March	09:00-14:00
Fri	21 March	09:00-16:30
Thur	27 March	09:00-16:30
Fri	28 March	09:00-16:30

February Half-Term

We are open Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday in February half-term. The Sheldonian is a great stop on any day-trips into Oxford for the whole family! Walk through over 350 years of history and get unparalleled, 360-degree views across Oxford from the Cupola!

Looking for an activity for your children? We have redesigned the Wren Trail, giving your kids an opportunity to explore the Sheldonian Theatre whilst looking for our hidden wrens! Anyone can take part! Just ask at reception for a trail guide when you arrive.

Lost Property will be kept for 14 days.

For further information, including lost property, please contact our Reception on 01865 277299

Safety & Accessibility

We aim to make your visit to the Sheldonian Theatre as comfortable as possible and will do our best to support you when visiting. Due to the historical nature of the building, it does not meet modern-day building regulations or all accessibility requirements. When visiting please note the following: -

Whilst the Auditorium is accessible, other areas (Cupola, Old Printing Loft, Cecil Jackson Room and Basement) are currently inaccessible to wheelchair users or those with significant mobility problems.
Please note that access to the Old Printing Loft and Cupola is only via a 114-step 17th century staircase. Some of the steps are steep and worn. Persons with heart conditions or pre-existing medical conditions, mobility difficulties or any condition where the effort of climbing is considered hazardous should consider carefully before attempting this climb.
The Sheldonian Visit is suitable for children of all ages, but children must be accompanied and supervised at all times by a responsible adult.
You are required to exercise due care and attention during your visit and to move around the Sheldonian at all times with proper regard for your safety.

If you think you will need additional support, please do read our Accessibility Guide before your visit to help make the most of your day.

Accessibility Guide

Please follow this link to read our accessibility guide.

_{* Please note we do not accept American Express}

Important Information:

Concession and complimentary rates apply only to self-guided tours and exclude guided tours, events, and concerts.
If purchasing tickets on the door, the Sheldonian accepts card and contactless payments only*, not cash.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we may have to close the Sheldonian at short notice which would result in cancelling existing bookings. In these rare circumstances, an alternative time or date will be offered, or a full refund would be provided;
Before your visit, please read our Safety & Accessibility information
The Sheldonian Visit is suitable for children of all ages, but children must be accompanied and supervised at all times by a responsible adult;
Prices are inclusive of VAT.