All Souls College

Top 4% of attractions in Oxford
7/10

What the experts agree on

Founded in 1438, All Souls impresses with stunning Gothic architecture—soaring towers, a Perpendicular chapel with medieval retables, and a grand library that evokes scholarly gravitas. It's among Oxford's wealthiest and most serene colleges.

4 expert reviews

“Set between the two is the Perpendicular style chapel (1442) with its magnificent medieval retables and 15 C windows. ”

– Michelin Guide

Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"Oxford University's stateliest library seems designed to make students truly feel the weight of knowledge. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"One of the wealthiest and most peaceful Oxford colleges, All Souls was founded in 1438 as a centre of prayer and learning." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"All Souls College, founded in 1438, for its eye-catching Gothic towers"


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