Oxford Harry Potter Film Locations Walking Tour by Alumni™

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

English

Spanish

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Enjoy a 90-minute walking tour through the magical world of Harry Potter, right here in Oxford. Led by a University of Oxford alumnus or current student, this tour is perfect for fans who want to follow in the footsteps of their favourite characters.

You’ll visit the bookshop where J.K. Rowling first presented her books, see where Emma Watson not only acted but also studied, and pass by familiar faces like Nearly Headless Nick. You'll recognise the arches and gothic pinnacles seen in the films — some around the famous Divinity School, others hidden in plain sight throughout the city.

The highlight of the tour is a visit to New College, one of Oxford’s most beautiful colleges, where you’ll find the very tree under which Draco Malfoy was turned into a ferret. From quiet cloisters to scenes straight out of the wizarding world, this is a must for anyone who’s ever dreamed of Hogwarts.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Wheelchair users are welcome on the tour. Please note that one small area is inaccessible, though it only accounts for a few minutes of the route. Some parts of New College may also be difficult to access. We advise caution due to uneven surfaces, curbs, and potential trip hazards. Please also be mindful of vehicles and bicycles, particularly in busy areas.

Not recommended for travellers who cannot complete a 90-minute walk

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Learn about J.K Rowling’s relationship with Oxford

Oxford University Student or Graduate Guide

Discover how many other films have used Oxford as their setting

Learn about key cast members who were brought up in the city

Entry to New College

Learn about the Oxford locations of the Harry Potter films

Gratuities

What To Expect

Important: meet the guide OUTSIDE the address, not inside. The location is not part of our business. The meeting point is the RED PILLAR MAILBOX in front of 11 Broad Street. Your guide wears a royal blue item of clothing with a heraldic shield—this may be a jacket, cap, beanie, scarf, or polo shirt.

Admission Not Applicable

Oxford

Learn about the connections the movie industry has to the University of Oxford and which actors have grown up in the city. You may be surprised quite how many iconic scenes and Hollywood actors have connections here!

Admission Not Applicable

Options

English tour

Spanish tour

Mandarin tour

Reviews

4.70

97 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Disappointing and lacking magic
birtheelsberg,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
Im very sorry to say that I would not recommend this tour…First of all it was very rushed. We had about 2-3 minutes at each stop and it didn’t give me time to take in the experience. We were always rushing to the next sight. And halfway through the tour I actually double checked my booking to see if I was on the right tour cause it didn’t feel like a Harry Potter tour. This tour claims to be a filming location tour and although we did see a few of those, a lot of the other stops felt irrelevant. Like where the cast used to grab a pint or the bookstore where Rowling once had a signing.. Rhere are so many filming locations in Oxford that I would much rather see! I would have preferred to spend my money on the entrance to New College and then see all the locations on my own.
Harry potter tour with Aruj
Q8306WDmostafam,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had the tour with Aruj and it was amazing, she explained all the places patiently and I'd definitely recommend it, also there was a small exhibition going on that she took us there which was not originally in the plan and it was nice.
Excellent experience and tour guide (Clara)
carlosdD7415YF,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Clara was an excellent tour guide. She had deep knowledge of all places that we visited and she was very charming and professional. Make our daughter feel very comfortable. Definitely recommended.
Camille the best guide
Climber37534850916,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful experience. Special thanks to Camille our tour guide. Such a wonderful and knowledgable person she is. She is doing such a marvellous job
We enjoyed it!
Compass06109549289,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were on the Harry Potter tour today with our tour guide Camille and it was amazing! We got to see all the Harry Potter sites that were accessible to the public during the time slot of the tour and we got to know all the exciting background information about the connection of Oxford and Harry Potter. The tour is much more than just a Harry Potter tour. It combines Harry Potter knowledge with interesting facts about the university and its history. We can highly recommend the tour.
100% recommend this Tour! Fun and fascinating!!
Mary V,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
With Gladson as our guide, we learned much about Oxford University and the special inspirations for the Harry Potter movies. I would 100% recommend this tour, and if you are fortunate enough to have Gladson guide you, a terrific tour will be had! Awesome tour!!
A great mix of Harry...
Catherine I,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great mix of Harry Potter lore and locations as well as general Oxford University facts. Our guide Gladson was great at tailoring our tour to the groups interests but then going more in depth with myself and my sister who wanted to see a bit more of the uni, as well as giving us some tips of other things to do in Oxford after the tour.
Lots of fun info!
Lynneurie C,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We were so lucky to find Ștefan, he is very charismatic and offered incredible details of both Harry Potter and Oxford. He also made the walk super fun with some trivia and jokes. Ștefan Was also very patient when he waited for me to translate for my mother. Thank you!
Great tour
H5900NXmariet,
Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Brilliant tour, Grace was lovely and very knowledgeable- would definitely recommend! The film locations were great and very interesting.
Pleasant tour
Bianca O,
Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The visit was fun and our guide was really nice. The Harry Potter was cool, and the anecdotes about Colleges were interesting. The visit of New College was great, probably my favourite part. Do not expect to enter the other colleges though nor the Divinity Room.