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15 Best Oxford Tours In England

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The 15 most popular oxford tours in England. The ones worth your time, what they cost, and what to expect on the day.

15 Best Oxford Tours In England

Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide

Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide - Price and what you’re really paying for ($41.59 for 2 hours of access and context)

1.Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide

Most Popular★ 5.0

A fast, student-led Oxford University walking tour with alumni-style storytelling, major colleges, and quick entry highlights in about 2 hours.

“Luke was a very friendly, engaging and enthusiastic guide. Despite only being a third year undergraduate and young, he was very knowledgable and insightful about both historical and current stories. The tour covers a lot of the major university attractions and private access to sights were very valuable over a quick visit.”

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Oxford Castle and Prison Guided Tour

Oxford Castle and Prison Guided Tour - Pick your time slot at Oxford Castle Quarter and arrive ready

2.Oxford Castle and Prison Guided Tour

★ 5.0

Join a one-hour Oxford Castle and Prison guided tour with a costumed guide, tower views, a 900-year-old crypt, and prison rooms.

“I've lived in and around Oxford for 40 years and had no idea about the prison or, later, the great historical/archaeological finds. This visit was much more than I expected and I learnt a huge amount. The tour itself was good. Natalia our guide had some excellent tales to tell. The exhibition at the end…”

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1.5-hour Oxford City and University Walking Tour

1.5-hour Oxford City and University Walking Tour - Stop One And The Oxford University Setup Inside Trinity

3.1.5-hour Oxford City and University Walking Tour

★ 4.5

Oxford University in 90 minutes: guided walk from Trinity College gates through historic colleges, with entrance fees included and a convenient pace.

“The walk was interesting but very disappointing that on the day ( 4/10) we could not enter any college and were refused entry into the Divinity Chapel. We felt short changed and if we had known in advance we would not have booked this walk”

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Oxford Official University & City Tour

Oxford Official University & City Tour - Balliol College claim-to-oldest and the question of access

4.Oxford Official University & City Tour

★ 5.0

A 2-hour Oxford walking tour with a guide, a quick college look, and iconic university sights along Broad Street for about $41.

“Very informational. You could visit Oxford without a tour, but you learn so much more with one. Cat was great. Highly recommend.”

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City Sightseeing Oxford Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Oxford Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Starting at Oxford Railway Station: easiest first move in town

5.City Sightseeing Oxford Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★ 4.5

Hop on and off Oxford’s open-top bus with 24/48-hour audio in 14 languages and an included old-town walking tour.

“A great way to enjoy and learn about the city of Oxford. Friendly bus drivers & excellent information through the provided headset. Being able to get on & off enables further exploration of places of personal interest.”

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Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College

Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College - Bodleian Library and the Hogwarts Infirmary-style hall

6.Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College

★ 4.5

Walk Oxford’s Harry Potter filming spots in 90 minutes, with Bodleian access, New College entry, and a lively quiz plus movie trivia.

“It’s was really nice tour! Our tour guide was Niamh, she is an Oxford student and it was so interesting to get to know her and ask about studying in Oxford :) Also it was almost a private tour for us two because there were no other people. Wooow :) The tour was planned perfectly,…”

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Oxford Sightseeing River Cruise Along The University Regatta Course

Oxford Sightseeing River Cruise Along The University Regatta Course - The Thames Portion: Rowers, Punts, and Regatta Course Details

Afternoon Tea Sightseeing River Cruise in Oxford

Afternoon Tea Sightseeing River Cruise in Oxford - The Downstream Route: Regatta Course to Christ Church Meadows

8.Afternoon Tea Sightseeing River Cruise in Oxford

★ 5.0

Take a 90-minute Oxford Thames cruise from The Folly Bridge with live commentary and classic afternoon tea for a small group.

“Loved this boat trip! Even though it rained part of the time, they have enclosures to keep you dry. And when the sun came out, we rolled them up and enjoyed the open air!”

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Inspector Morse, Lewis and Endeavour Oxford Walking Tour

Inspector Morse, Lewis and Endeavour Oxford Walking Tour - Broad Street: where Oxford’s spectacle meets the sleuthing

Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church - The route overview: how the timing stays manageable

10.Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

★ 5.0

A small-group, student-led Oxford walk featuring iconic colleges, the Bodleian, and an optional Christ Church visit with headsets.

“It was a very fun little walk around the city and Uni! Luke was quite a good guide. Knew lots of details and fun facts about things I didn’t expect to learn about.”

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Oxford Harry Potter Insights entry to Divinity School PUBLIC Tour

Oxford Harry Potter Insights entry to Divinity School PUBLIC Tour - What $34.66 buys: Divinity School entry plus the Oxford sight hits

11.Oxford Harry Potter Insights entry to Divinity School PUBLIC Tour

★ 4.5

Harry Potter filming-locations walk in Oxford with Divinity School entry, New College stops, and Three Broomsticks, 90–120 min.

“Peter was an energetic and extremely knowledgeable guide, very personable and humorous. It is clear he loves doing this. His personal experience with Oxford and commitment to the community gives him a base to not only guide but also answer the most detailed questions. The tour took us to wonderful places in town and inside…”

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Cotswolds Villages Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Oxford

Cotswolds Villages Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Oxford - Burford: the Gateway feeling and a church you’ll want to linger near

12.Cotswolds Villages Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Oxford

★ 5.0

Small-group Cotswolds villages day trip from Oxford with an air-conditioned minivan, local driver-guide, and time to wander Burford and Bourton-on-the-Water.

“Our tour guide Sonya was prompt. Immediately made us feel comfortable on the ride. Sonya is relaxed and very knowledgeable about both the history of the Cotswold villages we visited and the country side. We had plenty of time for photos and perfect amount of time at each village. I would highly recommend this tour.…”

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Oxford University Walking Tour by Alumni™ & Optional New College

Oxford University Walking Tour by Alumni™ & Optional New College - Balliol College and Trinity College: first impressions with real student vibes

Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise

Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise - Folly Bridge as Your Starting Point (And Why It’s a Smart Choice)

14.Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise

★ 5.0

Oxford picnic river cruise with a pro skipper. 3 hours on the Thames past Christ Church Meadow, Port Meadow, Osney Lock and Folly Bridge.

“The guide was a fount of interesting information, and the tour gave us an unexpected perspective on Oxford.”

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90 Minute Classic Walking Tour of Oxford

90 Minute Classic Walking Tour of Oxford - Christopher Wren’s 1669 project and the first purpose-built public museum

15.90 Minute Classic Walking Tour of Oxford

★ 5.0

Walk Oxford’s top sights in 90 minutes with a small group. Martyrs’ Memorial, the Bodleian, Wren’s work, Radcliffe Camera, Carfax Tower.

“This walk was perfect to introduce us to Oxford so that we could learn more about the city and decide where to go afterwards. Nick, our guide was excellent, full of knowledge and a very pleasant guide. Well worth the time and money to get you started exploring this wonderful place.”

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