St Michael at the North Gate

An amazing place to visit - the oldest building in Oxford. Definably worth a effort and price to climb to the top of the Saxon tower, believes it around 100 steps to the top - great views and you get to see (and hear) the bells as you climb. Make sure you press the clock mechanism button as you climb.The stained glass windows in the church are truly and amazing.A wonderful place to visit a true gem of English history and can't wait to visit again.If you get a nice day you can even see Antony Gormleys Sculpture on top of a building in Broad Street.

St Michael's Tower is certainly one of the oldest, if not The oldest structure in Oxford. It is believed to date back to saxton times.It is part of a lovely old church which is well worth visiting in its own right and there are wonderful views from the top of the tower which make it worth the effort to make the climb to the top.

An absolutely beautiful church in the centre of Oxford that offers incredible history and a place of peace and quiet reflection. The church tower is said to be the oldest building in Oxford (Constructed in 1040) and for a small fee, you can climb to the top for some wonderful and unforgettable views of Oxford.

Climb the Saxon tower for the best views of Oxford. £3.5 and 1000 years of history at your feet.

Beautiful medieval church in the heart of Oxford. The admission ia free and it provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy a moment of peace and quiet when walking down High Street.

This is an interesting, small historic church in the centre of Oxford. The Saxon tower, built around 1040, is the oldest building in the city for which there is a fee to climb, currently £3.50 (Adults) £2.00 (Children) with concessionary and family tickets also available. These can be purchased in the small shop. There are some interesting artefacts to see going up the 97 steps and a view of the city from the top.. The church was rebuilt several times during the medieval period and restored in the 19th century. There are a variety of free concerts on most Mondays at 1pm with a retiring collection for a charity nominated by the musicians. As you come out of the church gift shop don't miss the Fairtrade shop on the right down some steps to the basement.

One of the four gates of Oxford this Saxon tower is around a thousand years old and part of what was a church dwellings and a prison. If was part of the wall defense of Oxford. There's a lot of good information to be read. £3.50 and thanks to the Corona I had it all to myself. The views from the top are lovely.

Great little church oldest building in Oxford the Tower is Saxon I believe Wesley preached here statues of St George and St Michael I am guessing and a great stained glass window you can climb the tower for a small fee my chains fell off

In for a thrill? Contemplation? Historical information? It has it all. A hidden gem of Oxford on its very own high street. Standing tall and proud adjacent church is welcome to all with amazing and beautifully crafted architectural features that leave you smiling. And if that's not enough? Why not test your bravery on the staircase to heaven. A.k.a. The Tower. £3.50 per adult entry and scary heights with rich history. Sad to say we didn't get any photos of the view as we were a little jelly legged! BUT it was an amazing once in a lifetime moment to definitely not be marred by the need to take a photo.