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15 Best Oxford University Walking Tours

The university walks compared: alumni-guided routes with college entry, Christ Church visits included and official tours that open doors the public cannot push. The guides’ own student stories are the difference between a tour and a memoir.

1.Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide

Discover Oxford University with a knowledgeable alumni guide on this 2-hour walking tour, exploring iconic landmarks, historic colleges, and Harry Potter filming sites—all for just $40.95.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Eloise was awesome… very informative… and from a current student’s perspective… We learned much about Oxford University’s history in two hours… and we could have spent an additional two hours… thanks”

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2.Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide

Explore Oxford’s historic university grounds and city with an alumni guide on a 2-hour walking tour, including college visits and Harry Potter filming locations for just $40.

★ 4.7

“We had a great time with our guide Jacob. He had a lot to tell about university life, traditions, and of course Oxford. We visited many important and beautiful University places. Jacob told many stories with a good sense of humour! Highly recommended.”

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3.Oxford: City and University Tour, including college entry

Discover Oxford’s historic colleges and iconic sights on a 1.5-hour guided tour, including entry to select colleges and insider stories from knowledgeable guides.

★ 4.5

“Our guide Simon was awesome. Took us around all the sites of Oxford University and into a couple colleges providing valuable insights throughout.”

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4.Oxford: Harry Potter Walking Tour Including New College

Discover Oxford’s Harry Potter filming locations and historic colleges with a lively, student-led walking tour that blends magic, history, and fun facts.

★ 4.6

“I loved the tour! Valentine was my guide and she was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and had a little quiz that made it more interactive. The tour hit a lot of highlights and gave me a better understanding of Oxford University as well. Highly recommend! I…”

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5.1.5-hour Oxford City and University Walking Tour

Discover Oxford’s historic colleges and iconic sights on this 90-minute guided walking tour, perfect for first-timers and history buffs alike.

★ 4.5

“Our tour guide was very pleasant and knowledgeable. He was very engaging and shared a lot of information with us. We loved learning about the colleges and the history that goes along with it.”

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6.Oxford Official University & City Tour

Discover Oxford's highlights on a 2-hour guided walking tour. Visit iconic landmarks, learn about history and alumni, and enjoy authentic city ambiance.

★ 5.0

“Becca was a graduate of Oxford and very knowledgeable of the area. We learned a lot about the different colleges and the area!”

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7.Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College

Discover Oxford’s Harry Potter filming locations on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour, visiting iconic sites like the Bodleian and New College.

★ 4.5

“The guide Liv was incredible. Super knowledgeable, friendly and energetic! She was great and provided incredible insight into the university and its inspiration for so much of Harry Potter!”

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8.Oxford: University Walking Tour with Christ Church Visit

Explore Oxford's iconic colleges, libraries, and Harry Potter sites on this 3-hour guided walk with guaranteed Christ Church entry and student insights.

★ 4.6

“Our guide, Antonia, was incredible. She has been a student at the University of Oxford for several years and was extremely knowledgeable, entertaining, and charming. The experience felt very authentic. Our tour with Antonia lasted two and a half hours, after which we received audio…”

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12.Inspector Morse, Lewis and Endeavour Oxford Walking Tour

Discover Oxford’s filming locations from Morse, Lewis, and Endeavour on this engaging 2-hour walking tour with expert guides, perfect for fans and curious travelers alike.

★ 5.0

“Great insight to Morse, Lewis , Endeavor trivia. Guide also provided lots of local history. Highly recommend this tour for fans of the shows.”

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

Discover Oxford’s top sights with this 3-hour small-group tour led by student guides, including iconic colleges, libraries, and optional Christ Church access.

★ 5.0

“Fred and Niko were great guides to the charm and life of Oxford. Fred made the van journey enjoyable and Niko gave us a beautiful walk thru the various colleges and main points of Oxford with interesting facts and history. Highly recommend this trip for…”

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14.Oxford | Alumni-Led Walking Tour w/opt New College

Discover Oxford's historic sights with this alumni-led walking tour, exploring colleges, landmarks, and student traditions—perfect for curious travelers.

★ 5.0

“Amazing tour with knowledgeable guide! Savannah was amazing at leading the tour, she had such interesting stories and fun tidbits to share, and of course a lot of history. We had a great time and we think this is the best way to get to…”

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More Oxford University Walking Tours

5.090 Minute Classic Walking Tour of Oxford1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)$38.82 4.8Oxford Walking Tour: Magic, University & Harry Potter Sites1.5 hours$26 5.0Private Oxford Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide2 hours (approx.)$104.17 4.5Oxford: Alumni-led Harry Potter Tour$41 4.6Oxford: Alumni-led Walking Tour w/opt New College$34 4.5Oxford | Harry Potter Film Tour Led by University Alumni1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$41.65 4.5Oxford City and University Walking Small Group PUBLIC Tour1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)$33.33 4.9Oxford: C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien Guided Walking Tour2.5 hours$80 4.8Oxford University: Guided Small Group Walking Tour1.8 hours$40 5.0Harry Potter PUBLIC Tour + Self Guided Christ church Daily 12.453 hours (approx.)$83.25 5.0Tours of Oxford private walking tours for the Discerning Traveler2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)$208.13 4.5Oxford: Official CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$46.96 5.0Social Distancing Specialised Oxford University Walking Tour With Student Guides$30.09 4.5Oxford | Alumni-Led Walking & Punting Tour w/opt New College2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$68.52 4.5Shared | Oxford University Punting Tour30 minutes (approx.)$34.26 4.5Private | Oxford University Punting Tour30 minutes (approx.)$68.55 5.0Discover Oxford University with Recent Graduate$41 5.0Harry Potter PRIVATE Tour + Self Guided Christ church Daily 12.453 hours to 3 hours 20 minutes (approx.)$171.38 5.0Private | Oxford Uni Walking Tour w/opt New College Entry1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$246.78 4.3Oxford: Alumni-led Tour & Punt w/ New College Option$68 4.5Oxford Bike and Walking Tour$68.53 4.9Oxford: University Tour for Prospective Students2.5 hours$134 4.5Private | Harry Potter Film Locations Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$479.61 4.9Oxford: Private Walking Tour with University Alumni Guide2 hours$101

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