Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College
Overview
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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‘s Included
Professional guide
Gratuities
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!
Options
2022/23
Reviews
898 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Valentine was an...
Jose B,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Valentine was an exceptional guide and she made the tour fun and interesting. Highly recommend her!!
Oxford halfway.
BELEN P,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
2.00We had booked the activity well in advance, and two days earlier send an email explaining that the weekend can not see the library, plus another room could not be seen inside ,for celebration of a wedding. If you know, don't do the activity at the end of the week, or collect money.
After you meet with the...
Federica B,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00After you meet with the group anche the guide, we checked in and walked around the city. We made some stops where everything was explained in a simple and entertaining way by our guide. Super recommend , everything was great
Magical Experience with Niamh – A Harry Potter Walking Tour in Oxford ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Yiuling L,
Oct 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00My recent Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford was an enchanting journey through the wizarding world, made even more special by our guide, Niamh. With a small group of just five participants, the tour felt intimate and personalized, allowing for engaging interactions and a deeper connection to the sites we visited. Niamh’s passion for both the Harry Potter series and the rich history of Oxford shone through her storytelling. She shared fascinating behind-the-scenes insights about the filming locations, revealing details that even seasoned fans might not know. Her knowledge extended beyond the films, intertwining tales of Oxford’s history with the magical moments from the series. One of the highlights was our visit to New College, where Niamh pointed out the cloisters and the iconic tree where Draco Malfoy was transformed into a ferret. Walking through these historic sites, it was easy to imagine the scenes from the films coming to life. The tour was well-paced, allowing us to absorb the information without feeling rushed. Niamh’s engaging manner and the small group size made for a comfortable and enjoyable experience. For fans of the Harry Potter series and those interested in the history of Oxford, this tour is a must. Niamh’s expertise and enthusiasm truly brought the magic of the wizarding world to life.
Valentina made us very...
AnnaLena G,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Valentina told us a lot about the history of Oxford, and there were also some Insiders. Even as a Harry Potter fan you were not disappointed, we saw some locations and also had enough time to take photos. We would definitely recommend the tour.
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