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The 15 most popular oxford tours in the UK. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what it costs to book.
Alumni-led Oxford walk with university architecture, Bodleian and Trinity highlights, town stories, plus Harry Potter filming spots for $40.
“Sam was enthusiastic to share his insights into the unis and their history and culture, and some locations where movie scenes were shot.”
Oxford’s 90-minute city and university tour with college entry. See Bodleian, dreaming spires, and film locations for $37.
“Our tour of Oxford with Jonathan was absolutely fantastic. He presented the city’s history in such an engaging and lively way that every moment felt interesting and meaningful. The tour was dynamic, full of fascinating facts about the life of the city and the rich history of its famous colleges, including insights into traditions, student…”
Walk Oxford like Hogwarts. Visit the Bodleian’s Divinity School and New College, learn filming secrets, and test yourself with a quiz for about $40.
“Sue our tour guide was fantastic. Perfect pace, very patient and knowledgeable with our questions and made the tour lots of fun with the quizzes.”
Glide along Oxford’s Isis on a 45-minute electric river cruise. Pass Folly Bridge, Christ Church Meadows, and Iffley Lock.
“The boat was not full which even made it better ,enjoyed the scenery with a good tour guide who explained the story behind most of the things we saw . I had an amazing time enjoyed the quiet and friendly atmosphere Thankyou”
Oxford on foot with an Oxford student guide, fast-track college access, guaranteed Christ Church entry, and a guided route through key Bodleian spaces.
“Our tour guide Jasper made the tour, he was witty, funny and so full of information, facts, dates and history for every stop we made. How he retains so much knowledge was beyond me. We felt that we saw and experienced so much on this tour and thoroughly recommend.”
A small-group Oxford walk that connects real college life to Harry Potter filming sites, ending at the Divinity School set with photo ops.
“Ben was amazing. Super entertaining, knowledgeable and friendly. We loved every minute of this tour and I would highly recommend it to others.”
1h45 small-group walk through Oxford filming spots for Inspector Morse, Lewis, and Endeavour, from Balliol to the White Horse.
“Rebecca was VERY knowledgeable and clearly passionate about her topic! She had a warm and friendly manner and kept us all safe. Rebecca was happy to hear our stories too. Great to have the use of an earpiece so we didn't miss any of her talk.”
Hop on and off Oxford in an open-top bus for 1–2 days, with college panoramas, Oxford Castle, Westgate Shopping, and an optional Carfax Tower upgrade.
“It was easy to book online & the guy who printed the tickets was very helpful. It is a great system of hop on & hop off as a bus comes every 15 minutes. The bus drivers are friendly & informative. Had a great day exploring Oxford with my Mum.”
A 2-hour Oxford university walking tour with an expert guide, secret passages, literary stops, and Harry Potter and film locations for $40.
“Very informative, and enjoyed the pace of the tour.”
One-day Blenheim Palace ticket with Churchill exhibitions, Baroque State Rooms, 2,000-acre gardens, and rooftop views during restoration.
“An excellent experience, The Icons of British Fashion was a bonus. The 45 min buggy ride of the grounds was very good with a very knowledgeable and entertaining driver. (Bertie's buggy). The Churchill exhibition was a highlight and the magnificent rooms and gardens.”
A 40-minute Thames cruise from Folly Bridge toward Iffley Lock, with live commentary, ducks, and Oxford college views for about $20.
“Was just a lovely weekend relaxing journey perfect thank you”
From Oxford: small-group Cotswolds villages with Minster Lovell ruins, Burford, lunch in Bourton-on-the-Water, plus Lower Slaughter, Stow and Great Tew.
“We had an amazing time. Ian was such a great and knowledgeable guide we learnt so much about the villages and the Cotswolds. We loved that it was a smaller group it made it more personal”
Cruise Oxford’s University Regatta course with afternoon tea on board, sailing past Boat Houses, Iffley Lock, and Rose Island.
“Will was a great guide friendly and informative allowing us time on the river to just relax but made sure we were comfortable. Food was delicious and there was plenty of it great selection of Teas. Boat was lovely and the blankets were a nice touch.”
Oxford’s original Harry Potter film-locations walk with Christ Church entry, audio guide, Bodleian Divinity School, and a Hogwarts-style quiz.
“The guide was very informative and very funny, it was a delight taking the tour and i recommend it very much”
A 75-minute Oxford twilight walking ghost tour with medieval streets, Bloody Mary lore, eerie wall-walk history, and literary hauntings for $29.
“The tour was brilliant,we all throughly enjoyed it.would highly recommend.”
