Private Tour
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See Inspector Morse's Oxford as well as Lewis and Endeavour filming locations on this approximately 2-hour private Oxford walking tour, as you explore the making of this famous character and the TV series. Gain insights into not just the detective but also what life is like to study and work at Oxford university, as you see some of the most famous Oxford sights.
Tour includes entry inside either Wadham, St Johns, Exeter or Balliol college- presuming at least one of these colleges is open.
Our primary guide, Tom, averages a 5 star review from 50% of all his clients who book this tour, as Tom has an incredible knowledge and passion for the subject.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 5 minutes prior to start time
Foreign languages guides may be available, if adequate advance notice given. Please contact local operator via viator, before booking to inquire about options.
Please note that as the university colleges are private institutions, we can't always guarantee entry to colleges but it is very rare that we cannot get entry into at least 1 or 2 colleges on the tour. Please take note of any advertised university graduation dates mentioned above under section as those dates can have less options of colleges to visit.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Entry included to either Wadham, Exeter college, Balliol college or St Johns college worth £3 person
NOTICE: on graduation dates or xmas dates we cannot always guarantee if venues may announce closures
Christmas Closures: colleges usually close from about Dec 21 to January 2
We cannot always guarantee entry to a college on graduation dates. 2025 graduations include....
May 31, July 19 + 29, Aug 1 + 2 + 9, Sep 26 + 27, Nov 7+ 8+9+14 +15 of 2025
Exeter College
Exeter college is open 2pm to 5pm. So long as it is open the by default, we visit inside this college as it is especially associated with scenes from TV episodes of Inspector Morse and Lewis. Entry is paid for and is worth £3 per person. Exeter is currently closed until June 2024 though.
Bodleian Library
We introduce the Bodleian from the outside. If you may wish to visit inside the Bodleian, then please note the only way to see inside the library, is if you book a Bodleian library tour via the Bodleian website. No guides may guide inside there.
Morse private tour
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Karen R,
Apr 10, 2025
- Viator
Really fun tour with Peter. He is very knowledgeable and full of fun stories. Saw many Morse film sites, great overall experience. Highly recommend
Kevin W,
Mar 15, 2025
- Viator
Great tour with Tom - very informative and fun...had a chance to visit several colleges and Morse/Lewis sites
David W,
Aug 22, 2024
- Viator
Renata had an expansive knowledge of both Oxford history and Morse , Endeavour series. It was more than just buildings -She made many links to various series and episodes that brought the tv series to life. Loved the different spin on things and covered history as well
Robert S,
Jul 6, 2024
- Viator
Renata was a wonderful tour guide. She combined a wealth of knowledge of the Morse/Endeavor/Lewis shows with the history of Oxford. Despite the unseasonably cold and rainy day, she cheerfully showed us around and made the day a joy.
Frank H,
May 1, 2024
- Viator
Enjoyed going a bit beyond the tv shows and learning more about the city and its connection to British history. I liked ending it at The Morse Bar! One note-I should have brought a little map. I lost my sense of direction. Tour guide Renata did a wonderful job.
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