Oxford: Harry Potter Tour with Hogwarts Student Guide
Discover Hogwarts on a Harry Potter tour, visiting film sites from the Philosophers Stone and The Chamber of Secrets. Enter into New Colleges Cloisters, Dining Hall, Gardens and Chapel.
Duration: 1 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Walking Tour: Oxford Highlights, including entry to one College
Join us for this 3 hour tour of England’s must see city, home for over 800 years to both Royalty and Scholars. Your private guide will lead you on an unforgettable journey around one of the 38 colleges that make up Oxford University. You can marvel at the amazing architecture, learn what it’s like to study here and discover the most famous alumni.
We will then wind our way through the city learning about the foundation of the University, as well as more modern history in the shape of Harry Potter. Your private Blue Badge guide is full of facts and stories to engage and entertain you during the tour making for a terrific experience.
Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
- Skip the line
- Private tour
Top 10 Oxford Highlights with Divinity School and New College
On this fully guided walking tour of Oxford’s must-see top 10 highlights, visitors can discover the treasures of one of the greatest university cities in the world. This tour offers the best opportunity to see the very best of Oxford.
Starting from the heart of Oxford's historical centre, your expert local guide offers a wonderful engaging tour through the vibrant historical streets of Oxford visiting both well-known sites and hidden gems where visitors can see, and experience so much more, than they could on their own. Packed full of incredible insights and up-close historical visits, including the Bridge of Sighs, the 14th-century New College, and magnificent Divinity Library, this interactive, three hour tour is the essential guide into Oxford city and England’s fascinating history.
Visit Oxford’s Top 10, including Bridge of Sighs, the 13th century New College as well as the magnificent Divinity Library, where many of the Harry Potter moves were filmed.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
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Oxford & Harry Potter Private Walking Tour Experience
Take a private guided tour of the picturesque university city of Oxford. Enjoy a private walking tour of the city, its colleges, museums, and famous filming locations.
Your 3-hour tour begins when your guide meets you at the agreed pick-up point, for example Oxford train station. The tour introduces the most famous colleges and provides insight into college life, student traditions, and the city’s rich history, featuring famous literary, scientific, and political figures connected to Oxford.
Along the way, you will also discover Harry Potter filming locations used in Oxford, including iconic cloisters and halls that inspired or appeared in the films. Your guide will bring the magic of the movies to life while connecting it with real Oxford history and architecture.
Follow your informative guide through the city as you visit the most famous sights, learn about Oxford’s heritage, and explore the magical world behind the Harry Potter films.
Duration: 3 hours
- Private tour
Oxford To London Private Transfer
Travel in comfort and style with our private transfer service from Oxford to London. Whether you're returning from a visit to the historic university city or heading into the capital for business, leisure, or travel connections, we provide reliable door-to-door service tailored to your schedule.
Enjoy a smooth and stress-free journey with professional drivers, modern vehicles, and plenty of space for luggage. We pick you up from your Oxford hotel, residence, or university campus and take you directly to your Central London destination—whether it's a hotel, AirBnB, train station, or airport.
Private door-to-door transfer from Oxford to London
Comfortable Sedans, Minivans, and 8-Seater Vans available
Flexible pick-up times to suit your itinerary
Professional, experienced drivers focused on safety and service
24/7 availability for maximum convenience
Ideal for individuals, families, or small groups (1–8 passengers)
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Oxford City to London Heathrow Airport Private Transfer Service
Private transfers provide a terrific way to get to the airport from your Hotel or Private residence, Depart from Oxford to Heathrow Airport, the easy way with a pre-booked private transfer service, at a time that suits you. A professional driver will pick you up directly from your Hotel or Private residence, AirBnB. Relax and enjoy the ride as you make your way in a comfortable sedan or minivan with a lot of space for your luggage.
• Private door-to-door transfer
• Service available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Enjoy smooth, friendly and hassle-free transfer service
• Rates cover private groups of 1 to 2, 3 to 4 and 5 to 8 passengers
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Welcome to Oxford: 2hr private Oxford walking tour
This magical walking tour is led by an award-winning Green Badge tour guide. It will introduce you to the extraordinary history and people who've shaped our city of dreaming spires. From Alice in Wonderland to JRR Tolkien, Oxford has inspired many timeless stories. But its real history is just as fascinating, and often just as strange…
As we walk around Oxford's famous buildings and explore its world-renowned university and colleges this glorious city will reveal its secrets to you.
This is a great tour if you only have a short time in Oxford or are visiting for the first time. I can tailor it to your interests so let me know if you are particularly interested in Harry Potter, Tolkien, CS Lewis, Morse, Alice in Wonderland etc. If you want to visit a specific college or the Divinity School you will have to pay an extra entrance fee - we can discuss the options when you book.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Day Tour from London - Stonehenge and Bath
Make the most of your sightseeing by visiting three of England's top destinations in one day on this private tour from London. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, getting to the English countryside is easy. You'll see two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the ancient Stonehenge and Bath, famous for its Roman ruins and Georgian buildings (admission to the sights is at your own expense). Afterward, stroll through the charming Cotswolds village of Castle Combe before heading back to the city.
* Avoid the stress of driving and let someone else handle all the transportation for you.
* Experience several UNESCO World Heritage sites up close.
* This private tour lets you avoid the crowds and enjoy a more personal experience.
* Save time while exploring on this day trip from London.
Duration: 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
The Fantasy Worlds of Oxford: Private Tour including tickets
Experience the magical university city of Oxford, and see how it inspired the beloved fantasy worlds of Narnia, Middle Earth, and Wonderland and where Hogwarts was brought to life.
Your tour of Oxford is for the young and the young at heart - for those who daydream of other worlds, of "golden afternoons" amongst the flowers and gardens, of snowy fields and Turkish delights, fantastically larger-than-life battles, of magical lions, and ethereal elves.
To step into an Oxford college is to enter another world. It's no wonder some of the English world's most famous fantasy stories were written and filmed here. It's the city in which the land of Narnia was invented, where Lewis Carroll wrote Wonderland, where Tolkien penned Middle Earth, and where Rowling's Hogwarts came to life.
No matter your age, perhaps you too will be swept away by this tour into the magic that inspired some of our most beloved tales.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Small and Exclusive Oxford Highlights Tour
*SMALL GROUP TOUR - NUMBER RESTRICTED - *QUALIFIED GUIDES*
The tour capacity is approx half the size of other group tours in Oxford and guides are fully qualified - members of The Institute of Tourist Guiding and The Oxford Guild of Tour guides. We are delighted to offer this 'Oxford Highlights' tour to experience the very best of Oxford. Meet at Christ Church memorial gardens for this comprehensive walking tour of the university and see many of the famous colleges and university buildings. Find out how Oxford works and why it is here. Learn about the many famous people who have studied here. This tour represents outstanding value for money as we keep our groups small in size - this allows you to ask questions and interact and for the guide to tune into particular interests. NOTE; 4 pax required to be able to operate this tour and we reserve the right to cancel.
Duration: 1 hr 45 min
- Free cancellation
Oxford PRIVATE Pub and City Evening Walking Tour
You will learn lots about Oxford and what to see and do tips with your own private guide for the evening. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Oxford and explore its city streets at night. Average duration is 3 hours.
Visit two or three historic local pubs and learn the stories and urban legends behind them while socializing with others at the two or three historic pubs we visit.
This tour offers a social night out in Oxford while you hear stories about local students and their antics, learn urban legends, discover the favourite hangouts of famous alumni, and pass the famous university at night.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min – 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Experience Oxford's Art Masterpieces with an Art Historian
Explore the highlights of Oxford's two major art collections, at the Ashmolean Museum and Christ Church Picture Gallery, with an art historian and Sotheby’s specialist. Join me on a rich and entertaining journey through the history of European art, from Ancient Greece to French Impressionism. On the way, you’ll discover masterpieces ranging from Uccello's Hunt in the Forest, to Monet’s Sunset at Sea. Half way through, we’ll have a coffee break at Ashmolean’s Rooftop café. We’ll then walk to Christ Church Picture Gallery, part of Christ Church, one Oxford’s most famous colleges, to see masterpieces from their collection of mainly Italian paintings and drawings, including Botticelli's paintings of the Sybils, and Head of Young Woman by Verrocchio, one of the most beautiful drawings that remains from the Florentine Renaissance.
During the experience, you'll be introduced to specialist skills, including spotting painting restorations and identifying 15th century paper.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
Oxford University Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide
The University of Oxford is the oldest university in the English-speaking world and one of the best in the world. It is actually composed of 38 self-governing Colleges and 6 Permanent Private Halls, what makes it a unique institution. There is no clear date of foundation, but it exists as a place for teaching since the 11th century.
Come with us in a tour of the most important colleges in Oxford, to get more details in the place that has helped shaping the fate of England, the UK and the world.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Natural History Museum Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™
Join a tour that questions what is 'natural' at the Oxford University Museum of Natural History.
The term ‘Natural History’ might lead us to believe that the collections and research at the Museum are purely ‘natural’ and scientifically objective. This tour will challenge your understanding of science and scientific knowledge as we walk you through the main exhibits on a unique guided tour.
Throughout this museum tour, we delve into the intentions and implications of the museum’s collections. By flipping the lens from a ‘natural’ approach to an ‘unnatural’ construction, we explore the historical and ideological underpinnings of natural history museums, revealing a narrative shaped by human influence and selective choice.
Duration: 1 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
History of Medicine Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™
Join a tour that dissects the long history of medical research and practice in Oxford!
The history of medicine is always a bit uncomfortable. This tour walks you through medical history in the city from medieval plagues, to the founding of the medical school, and the first trials of penicillin.
Far from a straightforward linear progression, Oxford’s medical history is a complicated conversation about health equity, medical ethics, and continued clashes over the control of the body.
All our tours are led by university researchers who have completed our official Uncomfortable Oxford training programme. Our guides combine expert knowledge and performance, ensuring each tour is a fun and educational experience.
Duration: 1 hr 45 min
- Free cancellation
Oxford Bike Tour with Student Guide
Explore the city of dreaming spires on two wheels on this 2-hour Oxford bike tour. Follow a guide through Oxford and take in top sites of interest like Magdalen College, the Oxford University Press building, the Pitt Rivers Museum, and Port Meadow. Reach hidden corners of the city with ease and hear of famous names including J. R. R Tolkien, Oscar Wilde, and Tony Blair who lived and worked here.
Duration: 2 hours
- Likely to sell out
Oxford To Heathrow Airport Private Transfer
Our airport pickup and drop-off service to and from Oxford unique is our seamless and stress-free experience. From the moment you step out of the terminal, you'll be greeted by our friendly driver with a name board, ready to assist with your luggage and provide a comfortable ride. Our service not only saves you the hassle of navigating public transportation but also offers insights into local attractions such as Oxford University and the Cotswolds. Ideal for families, business travellers, and adventure seekers, our knowledgeable drivers share insider tips on the best places to visit, ensuring an enjoyable and informative journey. Relax and focus on your trip with our reliable and punctual service.
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible vehicles available upon request
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant/child seats available
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Oxford: 2 hour Historical, literary and architectural highlights
Oxford History Tours offer real history for genuine history lovers. Experience Oxford's rich history on a 90-minute walking tour led by an Institute of Tourist Guiding professional and Guild of Guides member. Explore the city's origins from Anglo-Saxon times, the evolution of the university, its stunning architecture, libraries, and the student life of today.
Stroll through Oxford's iconic sites, including:
Radcliffe Camera
Divinity School
Bridge of Sighs
Bodleian Library
Christopher Wren’s Sheldonian Theatre
Medieval Colleges around every corner
Discover stories of patrons, artists, politicians, saints, scholars, rebels, and martyrs who shaped over 1,000 years of Oxford's history. This tour also includes practical tips to enhance your stay in Oxford.
The route passes famous film, television locations and literary legend.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Oxford City and University Walking Small Group PUBLIC Tour
This is a small group tour with typically under 5 persons and limited to max 14 persons. Minimum numbers to book may apply to book- currently minimum 3 or 4 adults applies to book. Our competitors run tours with much larger numbers than we do, so one advantage of booking our tour, is a more personalised service.
This tour will include entry into at least one or more colleges- which college/s will vary from day to day.
See Oxford and England's history will be brought alive on this unique small-group guided walking tour of the city and university traditions. See inside colleges with any chargeable entrance fees included in your tour. The 90 to 120-minute long tour will feature storytelling about student life, college traditions, Henry VIII, Bloody Mary, CS Lewis, J.R.R Tolkien and even Harry Potter!
Notice: please see What's not included section for details of university graduation dates as most colleges are closed on such dates.
Duration: 1 hr 30 min – 2 hours
- Free cancellation
Oxford Punting + Walking Tour
A guided walking tour followed by a relaxing punt. The perfect tourist package for a day in Oxford.
The walking tour starts at St Michaels Church. The oldest church in Oxford. Located on the inside of the old city wall. Your guide will then take you to several of Oxford Universities colleges, halls and institutes, including the famous Bodleian library, Sheldonian Theatre and Clarendon building.
Duration: 2 hr 45 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Oxford River Cruise + Walking Tour to Iffley village
Fall in love with Oxford by joining a relaxing 20 minute Thames river cruise to Iffley village. Then walk or take the cruise back again Thames path. We'll see the Norman chapel & medieval homes in Iffley village. Special focus on Alice in Wonderland heritage and the Oxford rowing tradition.
This tour includes about 1 mile walk at start of tour past famous university sights introduced briefly by the guide. After the cruise ends, we have one hour in Iffley village and then a 3 mile walk along the scenic Thames river path back to Oxford city.
For anyone who has mobility walking issues, please let us know when booking as alternatively we could just replace the walk back from Iffley with either a return trip on the river cruise or a taxi back to the city.
Notice: if the tour does not show as available on date you want to book, please ask viator to contact us. I avoid listing dates too early before the cruise boats are usually starting to run or to end. The boat cruise start date varies.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Oxford Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Prosecco
Discover the beauty of the River Thames in Oxford on a relaxing cruise aboard. Depart from Folly Bridge and sail downstream through the historic Iffley Lock, taking in the peaceful scenery along the way. Enjoy views of lush greenery and local wildlife before turning back upstream for the return to Oxford. Throughout your journey, savour a chilled glass of Prosecco for a touch of indulgence, or opt for a refreshing fruit juice if you prefer. This is a wonderful way to experience the river’s charm in style and comfort.
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
Private | Oxford Tour by Alumni™ & Punt + optional New College
This tour offers something few others do: the chance to experience Oxford both on foot and from the water, all in one visit. Enjoy a full Oxford experience by combining our 90-minute student- or graduate-led college walking tour with a 30-minute chauffeured punting tour—a perfect way to take in the city’s history and beauty.
The tour is outdoors. If selected when booking, AFTER THE WALKING TOUR ENDS, your experience can be enriched with a self-guided visit to New College, one of the university’s most historic and picturesque colleges.
Then, without needing to plan a separate activity, you’ll step into a traditional punt and be taken along Oxford’s quieter, greener side. As you glide past the Botanic Gardens, Christ Church Meadows, and the banks where Lewis Carroll once walked, you’ll see a view of the city that most walking tours simply don’t reach.
It’s a well-balanced way to enjoy both Oxford’s rich academic tradition and its peaceful riverside setting—all in a single experience.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min – 3 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Oxford: Stories, Secrets & Sights Walking Tour with a local
Discover the enchanting city of Oxford on a small-group walking tour with a local guide. Dive into this iconic city's vibrant, historic streets, renowned for its stunning architecture and the world-famous Oxford University.
Embark on a tour that takes you to Oxford's most celebrated landmarks and hidden gems. Uncover the secrets of the city that many visitors miss, learn about the rich traditions of Oxford University, and immerse yourself in the tales of its illustrious authors. Visit iconic Harry Potter film locations, wander off the beaten path through charming passageways, stroll along medieval streets, visit an ancient market and peek into a historic college for a truly unique experience.
By the end of the tour, you might find yourself ready to unwind with a drink and a bite to eat at an amazing market. This tour is perfect for couples, singles & families.
This Tour has been running on Airbnb since 2017, with over 700 reviews averaging 4.93. I'm confident you will enjoy it!
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation