Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Muggles welcome! Go inside New College and the Bodleian Library on a magical adventure into the medieval buildings of Oxford University. With a fun Oxford student guide, complete with a quiz, the odd prop, and terrible jokes and puns! Suitable for devout Harry Potter fans, along with those publicly unwilling to admit their devotion, and those with no prior interest but looking for a fun way to explore! 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.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
During peak season (June–August), access to the Divinity School is extremely limited due to frequent closures and high demand, and may not be included in the tour. While some companies may claim otherwise, we prefer to be honest upfront rather than risk disappointment on the day.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Blackwell's Bookshop
Not quite Flourish and Blotts but as close as a muggle bookshop can be. Blackwells is the dream of every Ravenclaw, holding approximately holding 250,000 volumes, which translates to 3 miles of books! This is even more impressive knowing that their first store measured only 12 feet square, and held just 700 used books. Don't forget to have a look at the roof of the building from a distance. Don't worry the stone figure you'll see on top isn't someone petrified. It is a statue by Antony Gormley; one of a series of sculptures called “Another Time II”.
Bodleian Library
One of the largest libraries in England and home to archaic medieval books on spells and wizards!
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Gratuities
Options
Oxford Tour Only
Add London Collection / Return
Luxury Minibus (16 Seater)
Pickup included
Reviews
922 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great walking tour
rda2020,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy walk—everything is close. Valentine was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable & friendly. It was a great way to see New College while learning about Oxford and Harry Potter.
Great tour of Oxford
MirandaFinch,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We did the Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford, including New College, with Vittoria and had a fantastic experience. Vittoria was a wonderful guide—knowledgeable and engaging about both Oxford’s history and its connection to the Harry Potter films. She brought the tour to life with great stories, fun facts, and just the right amount of detail. The stops were well chosen, New College was a highlight, and Vittoria made the entire experience enjoyable and easy to follow. Whether you’re a Harry Potter fan or just interested in Oxford, this tour is absolutely worth it
Expensive
Sightsee23377062749,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Not many actual locations, part was closed even though we paid full price. The weather was horrible, but still they made us wait in the rain
Warm and welcoming guided tour
Y1147DGgiuliad,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We decided at the last minute to do this walking tour and we're glad we did. We had a great tour with Sue, she was so lovely and informative and made the group feel very comfortable. She made fun for the kids with quizzes and also checked a number of times that the non-native English speakers were understanding. Not only a Harry Potter themed tour, the tour gives you history about Oxford, it's architecture and history. Entry into Divinity School and New College is included and we thought it was definitely worth the money to have a guide.
Nice Harry Potter Tour in Oxford
fengg2026,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good experience. Valentine was very helpful and nice. She is easy going, fun and informative. Learned a lot about the university and its link to Harry Potter. Our two teenagers were also very happy and didn’t get bored at all. Like the bookshop and dining hall a lot
Great experience!
Trail07259128357,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great informative tour from Valentine, it was very engaging!! Would one hundrend percent reccomend to all Harry Potter fans!
Beautiful tour with Valentine
lindalD2014VQ,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Harry Potter tour with Valentine. The atmosphere was totally feel good and open. The lively and knowledgeable mediating nature of Valentine makes it a great experience. Despite the rain we had a funny and interactive atmosphere, so the cup went to Ravenclaw after all;)
Best Harry Potter Oxford Tour
lindalD2014VQ,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Harry Potter tour with Valentine. The atmosphere was totally to feel good about and we felt very welcome! The vivacious and knowledgeable yet fun-to-communicate kind of Valentine made it an unforgettable experience. Despite a rainy weather, we made the most of it and brought home a cup to the House of Ravenclaw ;)
Wonderful tour
ellacQ6389RF,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Beautiful tour of Oxford which history and Harry Potter facts. We had a lovely tour guide called Alisia who brought it alive.
Tour
gonzalogS8160RV,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very entertaining tour, adeline made us a great tour!!! The only but I can put is the price that seems a little excessive but otherwise it is a highly recommended tour
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