Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide
Overview
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2 hours
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See inside Oxford University, Harry Potter film site and the Bodleian Library on this authentic 2-hour Oxford student led tour. The tour gives you an insight into student life in this prestigious university and offers you in-depth history of many of the famous colleges and sights such All Souls College, Trinity College, Oriel College, Hertford College, Merton College, Radcliffe Camera, University Church of St Mary and many more.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
After 2 years of closures, we are attempting to include entrances back into the tour. It is possible that the sites will not be possible on the day, the guide will inform you at the start of the tour, and you are able to get a full refund in these very rare circumstances
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.
If you select Pickup option (the more expensive one) the meeting point will be the London address (Gloucester Road Tube Station), otherwise its the Oxford one (15 Broad Street, Oxford)
Group Sizing In Line With Social Distancing Rules
Guides Temperature Taken Before Tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
University of Oxford
Spanning nearly 800 years, with over 38 Colleges, Libraries and Faculty buildings - some of the best architecture in England is located here and world famous students spanning generations have also studied here
Merton College
Argued to be one of the three oldest colleges at Oxford, we unearth the debate of who actually is the oldest, and why this college has one of the most bizarre chapels at Oxford.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Gratuities
Options
Add London Collection / Return
Luxury Minibus (16 Seater): Meet outside Gloucester Road Underground Tube Station (Mon-Sat 8am) / (Sun 9:30am) and return for 6pm. Limited availability.
Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide
Option 1: See inside Oxford University, Harry Potter film site and the Bodleian Library with authentic student led tours.
Reviews
6,929 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sam Day, great guide
915barriej,,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant guide Sam Day, full of information very friendly and lighthearted. Can't recommend highly enough
Enthusiastic and Knowledgeable guide brought things to life
Ciara B,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The student who led our tour was an excellent guide. She was very enthusiastic, full of interesting stories and communicated really well. We saw the grounds of Trinity College and went inside the Divinity School which was beautiful, the Trinity College chapel and Weston Library, where there were toilet facilities. It wasn't a very long walk as these locations are all close by but there was plenty to see.
Engaging and knowledgeable tour guide
684abbeyh,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sam Day was our tour guide for the free walking tour. He was engaging, entertaining and highly knowledgeable. Despite a large Saturday afternoon group, there were no hearing issues. It was amazing to get insight into the uni from a graduate.
Engaging and fun walking tour
flynn stephen,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide (Sam Day) was extremely knowledgeable, entertaining, informative and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Excellent tour. Well worthwhile.
Road57809245416,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friend and I had a fantastic tour with Oxford University Walking Tours. Our guide, Sam, was brilliant; his knowledge was exceptional, and he brought the history to life with great stories and a wonderful sense of humor. The itinerary was engaging, and I left with a deeper appreciation for Oxford's university heritage. I highly recommend this tour!
Excellent!
Natashka27,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time. Sam Day was our tour guide who was excellent, very knowledgable and made our tour very interesting and fun. Definitely recommend it!
Sam Day ❤️
Roving10438870816,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely guy called Sam Day. Absolute gent of a man. His understanding on Oxford was very impressive he is a walking book of knowledge. There is nothing he didn’t know about Oxford and showed so much passion in how he delivered this to us. Well done keep up the great work and thank you Steph and lee xxxxx
Day in Oxford
T5967PQleeg,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience Sam day our tour guide today brilliant job regardless of the poor weather loads of information/history funny jokes would definitely recommend.
Great tour
linzirodina,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour Riccardo was superb His knowledge of the university was fantastic Such a lovely tour, really good value for money
Great tour, enthusiastic guide
jpayne13,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an excellent time on the tour. Our guide, Sam D, was super knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He picked a great combo of interesting historical stories to tell, in addition to fun facts about Oxford and its traditions.
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