The 10 Best Tours in Oxford, England

Our tour includes entry into Magdalen college worth £7 per person. All other colleges are currently closed this year. This tour focuses on the Inklings' Oxford but also introduces the city history + university life. See inspiring sights relating to CS Lewis & JRR Tolkien on a 2 hour+ tour of the sights where they worked & relaxed, including the pubs they enjoyed. Locations visited include Magdalene or Merton college plus where and when open, we also visit Exeter college. Various start times are offered but please note that Magdalen is not open mornings outside of summer season.

Inclusions: Magdalen college entry fees worth £7 per adult included in ticket price

Exclusions: Approx Dec 21 to Jan 2, college venues usually closed but we'll try to enter any other colleges

A fun and different way to see Oxford! Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones. Spot things other people take for granted! You’ll learn interesting facts and stories. Everything is outdoors and you can do social distancing.

Inclusions: You'll be emailed a link to the game

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*SMALL GROUP TOUR - NUMBER RESTRICTED - AUDIO HEADSET SYSTEM*QUALIFIED GUIDES* Your fully qualified guides - members of The Institute of Tourist Guiding and The Oxford Guild of Tour guides are delighted to offer this 'Simply Oxford University' tour to experience the very best of Oxford in just under 2 hours. Meet at Christ Church memorial gardens for this comprehensive small-group walking tour of the city and see many of the famous colleges and university buildings.  Perfectly timed to ensure you maximise your visit to this beautiful city. At the end, your guide will provide further information and suggestions for what to do in Oxford including further colleges, museums and restaurants.  This tour represents outstanding value for money as we keep our groups small in size and that is what make this tour unique.

Inclusions: Local Blue Badge guide - Fully Qualified and member of The Institute of Tourist Guiding, Entry to a college (subject to availability .. not currently possible due to C-19), Small Group Tour - limited numbers, So you can hear the guide clearly no matter how busy!

Exclusions: Gratuities

Enjoy the mysteries of Oxford's famous detectives, come alive on this 2-hour walking tour. Stroll through Oxford's old city and learn about Inspector Morse, Lewis, and Hathaway. You will see The Randolph Hotel, the White Horse pub and Broad Street and many other sites where famous scenes were filmed. Hear fascinating stories by your knowledgeable guide. See various locations used in the UK series and in the novels.

Inclusions: Local guide, All Fees and Taxes

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See inside Oxford University, Harry Potter film site and the Bodleian Library on this authentic 2-hour Oxford student led tour. The tour gives you an insight into student life in this prestigious university and offers you in-depth history of many of the famous colleges and sights such All Souls College, Trinity College, Oriel College, Hertford College, Merton College, Radcliffe Camera, University Church of St Mary and many more.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

Oxford is a beautiful city packed full of fascinating and historic architecture, spacious countryside, relaxing rivers and canals and has been (and continues to be) where many inspirational people have called home. You will be offered a unique guided cycle tour of Oxford, where you can see and experience so much more of Oxford and what it has to offer. You'll be able to see a lot more on bike, both within the city and its surrounds.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

This Oxford picnic cruise combines Oxford sightseeing with a leisurely picnic and relaxed experience of river life. Your small group cruise through the city past famous landmarks including Christchurch College and Meadows, the University boathouses and regatta course, the Head of the River and Folly Bridge . From the river you take in a side of Oxford's heritage rarely seen by visitors to the city. Complimented by a delicious picnic hamper.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Picnic lunch or dinner, Professional skipper, 2.5-hour river cruise

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Muggles welcome! Embark on a magical adventure into the medieval buildings which would inspire the filming of the Harry Potter series! This 2-hour walking tour also covers the dramatic buildings and film sets there were positioned around Oxford. Along with this the tour includes other famous books such as Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings - along with the history of Oxford University.

Inclusions: Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

The Cotswolds are like stepping into a landscape painting. Vivid green colours, lush waterways and the most delightful cottages. And Oxford needs no introduction. The city of students, spires and sumptuous cathedrals is as inspirational as it is fascinating. Join this 10-hour, guided small-group tour and experience two of England’s most deservedly-famous locations. Transportation between attractions is included. Food and drinks can be purchased along the way.

Inclusions: Driver Guide, Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach, Small Group Tour with maximum 16 people

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Admission fees

Winter 2020-2021, this tour visits inside the only Harry Potter film site now open to the public- the Divinity school at the Bodleian Library. Entry fee worth £2.50 per person is included in your ticket. How does studying at Oxford University compare with studying at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Find out on this 90 minute walking tour of Oxford Harry Potter film sites, Fun tour for Muggles of all ages. Guide will cater the tour according to everyone's interests, introducing also Oxford heritage.  Due to social distancing, tours will be limited to small family size groups

Inclusions: Please see the section titled 'Additional Information' or 'Voucher Details' for info on any and all dates on which due to partial or full closures of film sites venues that are known at this time., See inside the Divinity school film site at Bodleian library + see many super sights from outside

Exclusions: NB all university colleges are closed in 2020 due to Covid19 closures