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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 588 reviews

Oxford: Stories, Secrets & Sights Walking Tour

Wander the historic streets of Oxford, admire stunning architecture, uncover hidden gems, explore ancient colleges and markets, and hear stories of its rich university traditions and famous authors.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 305 reviews

Escape to Oxford and explore its rich history

Explore 1000 years of the city's history with Escape to Oxford's award winning five-star walking tours.

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 390 reviews

Explore Oxford University with Oxford Alumni

Step into centuries of history with a real Oxford student as your guide.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviews

Explore the Cotswolds with an expert local guide

Join me, Nathan, a Cotswolds native, as I guide you through historic villages and rolling hills whilst sharing fascinating facts and stories about the UK's largest 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviews

Oxford time travel tour

Travel through Oxford's exciting history from Saxon origins to present day. * New * early morning tour - experience Oxford without the hustle and bustle, easy to imagine you are in the past!

4.79 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviews

Explore Oxford On An Alumni-Led University Walk

Visit colleges, hear student stories and explore Oxford’s rich academic history.

5 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Tolkien & C S Lewis Oxford lives walking tour

Follow in C. S. Lewis & Tolkien's footsteps as you wander Oxford. This tour includes £10 entry to Magdalen College. Note that Magdalen is closed for Christmas dates from about Dec 21 to Dec 31.

5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Explore historic Oxford city & university on foot

Encounter famous sights, learn about college traditions, and examine Oxford's history. Minimum 3 persons to book this as public tour. If you are less, book as private group.

4.56 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Explore the Morse, Lewis, Endeavour film sites

Visit iconic filming locations and learn about the creation of these beloved shows.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Explore Painswick, The Queen of the Cotswolds

Discover one of England’s most beautiful villages. We'll wander through quiet Cotswolds lanes, hear legends and stories, and learn the secret histories and hidden gems that only the locals know about.

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5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Jane Austen’s Bath And History Trail

Learn about Bath’s history and the connection to English novelist Jane Austen as you explore the UNESCO World heritage site. See an old residence of Jane Austen and learn how Bath shaped her writing

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The Regency Romance Tour

Step into the world of Regency Bath and discover what life would have been like for the women who visited. Explore sites like Jane Austen’s house and some of the filming locations for Bridgerton.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Walk sacred Avalon myths with a priestess

Trace ancient and modern mythology through pilgrim paths and spiritual sites with a Sister of Avalon who knows the land’s hidden stories. For dates not currently listed, please message to pre-book.

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Oxford Highlights & Divinity School

Step inside the Divinity School with a seasoned walking guide, then move through St. Michael’s tower, the Sheldonian, the Bodleian and the Bridge of Sighs.

1 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

E-Bike through Oxford and Port Meadow

Pedal past iconic sites like the Radcliffe Camera and the Bridge of Sighs, ending with the serene landscapes of Port Meadow.

3.33 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Harry Potter Film Locations Tour Led By Alumni

Discover legendary movies shot in Oxford, guided by a founder and his graduate guide team with two decades of storytelling experience.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Explore Oxford's historic pubs with city tour

Discover Oxford's historic pubs and the famous figures who frequented them.

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Explore Oxford with alumni guides

Walk past 10 colleges—and inside some—with knowledgeable guides.

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Harry Potter Oxford tour with Christ church entry

Visit Christ Church plus Divinity school filming locations (as and when Divinity school is open) for the Harry Potter series. Two hours average guided tour plus one hour self guided Christ church.

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Explore Blenheim Palace

Woodstock village & palace 30-60 minutes guide led introduction to palace, followed by self guided audio guide entry to the palace state rooms which costs £41 & is not included in cost of activity.