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2 hours
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An Oxford Official Walking Tour is the best way to explore the "City of dreaming spires". Led by one of our knowledgeable guides this award-winning University & City Tour is 2hours. You'll be able to walk by Oxford’s most popular sights, including its colleges*, the Bodleian Library, the Radcliffe Camera, the Sheldonian Theatre, the Bridge of Sighs and many more!
This University & City Tour is the best way to learn about the traditions and secrets of Oxford, the University and its colleges. Be led down hidden lanes and alleyways, and let years of history unfold before you. Your guide will lead you past Oxford’s famous movie locations, including Harry Potter, Alice in Wonderland and the Morse, Lewis & Endeavour TV series. You'll hear stories of the great academics and scientists who've studied here in our beautiful heritage city.
* Subject to availability college visits are included in our 1pm and 2pm tours.
Wheelchair accessible
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
Please contact the Walking Tours office if you have any mobility issues and we will do our best to adapt the tour, as some of the ancient buildings are not wheelchair accessible. Please note, only Assistance Dogs are allowed on tours.
In case of severe and dangerous (Yellow) weather warnings tours may be postponed, but normally tours go ahead whatever the weather. Please come comfortably dressed and prepared for the weather.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Guided walking tour
College Visit (subject to Availability)
Trinity College
One of the most famous Oxford Colleges, on the other side of the Broad St to the Meeting Point
Balliol College
Hear about why this college claims to be the very oldest Oxford College
990 reviews
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Ashutosh P,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
Great tour, very informative. Got to see the university and get an understanding of individual colleges. Nicholas was a fantastic guide.
Jamie H,
May 22, 2025
- Viator
Very knowledgeable and friendly guide. Really enjoyed this tour. Highly recommend to first timers in Oxford
Kerry M,
May 15, 2025
- Viator
Nigel, the tour guide, was enthusiastic, funny, and very knowledgeable. He understood the broad sweep of Oxford’s history, but also gave us lots of little anecdotes that fleshed out the narrative.
William T,
May 12, 2025
- Viator
Really enjoyed the walking tour. Adam was great - really engaging and knowledgable. We’d definitely recommend this tour for a quick highlights taster of the city
Joan D,
Apr 22, 2025
- Viator
Adam gave a fantastic tour of Oxford University along with interesting historical info and his own experiences. He was patient with picture taking and answered every question. He customized the tour using the info he gathered about us. Much recommended tour.
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