Private Tour
Tours of Oxford private walking tours for the Discerning Traveler
Overview
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2 hours 15 minutes
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Run by an Oxford MSc Historian, Tours of Oxford, awarded best bespoke European walking tour operator, offers private 5 star TA/Viator/Google rated walking tours of Oxford. All tours are inclusive of entry fees, as applicable.
Centred within the Old University Quarter amid Oxford’s dreaming spires your tour visits all the major sites and landmarks for which Oxford is world famous.
We also explore an Oxford College (or two), its chapels, dining halls and beautiful gardens while you sample a taste of college life.
All our guides are Oxford graduates and published Oxford authors, internationally acclaimed for their fun, informal yet highly informative tours. We do not read from a script and love spontaneity, interaction, opinion and conversation. If you have a particular Oxford interest then do let us know.
If you would like info on trains, parking, etc., then also let us know . Plus we send you 2 Ox Info sheets - dining out and other Oxford attractions not to miss.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age 10. Please indicate the number of children in your party
Comfortable walking shoes or trainers since this tour involves a moderate amount of walking
Tours run at 2pm start time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private Tour, exclusively for you, your family, colleagues and friends
Designated meeting point. Plus we offer hotel pick ups (central Oxford only)
Entrance fees to colleges and University as applicable
What To Expect
Meet your guide at the Weston Library, part of the Bodleian Library, in the heart of the University. The Weston offers excellent facilities, high end cafe and free exhibitions. Next door lies Blackwell's word famous book shop, and an Oxford icon. Its vast collection of books, set over three floors and the Norrington Room where 5 kilometres of books are shelved underground. Not to be missed if love books and often included in our tours..
University of Oxford
The Old University Quarter offers to the visitor a magical place packed full of History, Art and Architecture You will visit the original Ashmolean Museum, Sheldonian Theatre, Old Bodleian Library, Old Schools Quadrangle, Clarendon Building, Radcliffe Camera, the University Church of St Mary the Virgin and the Narnia Doorway - which inspired key characters in the Chronicles of Narnia by CS Lewis.
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Let's Explore Oxford
Duration: 2 hours
Oxford City and University
Reviews
66 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Oxford tour
Leo B,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide Chris was fantastic! Very knowledgeable about Oxfords buildings, history, and lots of fun facts. I highly recommend this tour and try to get Chris for your guide.
The Best Way to Experience Oxford
James B,
Jul 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Chris was a wonderful guide. He was friendly, thoroughly versed in Oxford history and was interested in making our tour in line with our interests. Chris seems to know many people on the Oxford campus and, as a result, gaining admittance to various colleges and buildings was a breeze even when nominally closed to the general public. Booking was easy and confirmation texts arrived in advance including helpful information on other things to do as well as restaurant recommendations in the area. When we return to Oxford, we plan on booking another tour with Chris since, even though our tour ran well over the allotted time, we know that there is much more to see which we will only do with Chris. A total five star experience!
Wonderful tour
David B,
Jan 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Tom was excellent in all respects. So knowledgeable yet attentive to the various ages of our kids. Felt like an ‘insider’s’ tour of Oxford.
The most interesting tour we’ve ever had of Oxford. Don’t miss it!
Angela G,
Jan 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Chris is an absolute gem of a guide. Having attended Oxford himself, along with his impressive background in religion, architecture and British history it was an unforgettable experience. Equal parts personal, humor and historical we were all mesmerized by Chris stories and highlights that I guarantee you won’t get on any other tour. We traveled with our 11 and 13 year old sons and they were equally engaged as Chris made the experience relevant to us as much as them. He was also kind enough to point out places to have lunch before we arrived and other sites to see in Oxford. A treasured experience we will never forget. Thank you Chris!
Knowledgeable and Welcoming tour
Mark H,
Oct 13, 2024
- Viator
5.00Chris was an excellent guide. He was very knowledgeable, welcomed questions and didn't get lost in too much detail. He brought to life the history of the colleges at Oxford and shared some of the broader history of Oxford.
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