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
807 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very satisfied
Kevin A,
Aug 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a fantastic day Olivia was brilliant well informed yet another Harry Potter location off our list
Perfect Oxford / Harry Potter tour with our teenage girls!
Sarah J,
Aug 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was the perfect length and a nice mix of Harry Potter and Oxford knowledge. We LOVED Jenny - she did an amazing job!
Not a visit of the library, rather a city tour.
Aranya G,
Aug 3, 2025
- Viator
1.00Let's be clear. The title of this tour is misleading. It says "including the Bodleian Library", but it is only to see the outside. The tour DOES NOT include visiting inside the Library, only a waking tour of the city center and story that goes with it. Although it says "we cannot guaranty entry", you ask people to pay for it. It is like if you book to visit a monument and when you get there, we tell you "you cannot get in and there is no refund". How is that ? Also, it says "we will let you know at the beginning of the tour" but, no information ... and I am not talking about the prices.
Harry Potter walking tour
Susan S,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great guide and nice small group as a total of 16 divided among two tour guides. Will was our guide and was so friendly and knowledgeable!
The tour is a magical...
InIn N,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was a magical experience for fans and history lovers alike. Our guide, Valentine, expertly revealed iconic filming locations such as the library and church. Over the course of the 90-minutes, we enjoyed a fascinating glimpse into the world of Harry Potter and the rich history of Oxford.
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