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Oxford: Christ Church Harry Potter Film Locations Tour

1. Oxford: Christ Church Harry Potter Film Locations Tour

Enjoy a walking tour introducing the making of Harry Potter in Oxford and an audio-guided tour inside Christ Church College. See and hear about both Harry Potter and Lewis Carroll’s legendary characters, such as Alice and the Mad Hatter.  First, admire the views of Christ Church Meadows. Take in the borders of the rivers of Cherwell and Isis. Next, see longhorn cattle graze and the dreamy spires of Merton College and Corpus Christi. Then, see the Bodleian Library, one of the oldest libraries in Europe. See Christ Church's cloisters and staircase that were used as inspiration for the Great Hall, or visit New College. Also enjoy entry to either the Divinity School or the New College film site.

Oxford: Inspector Morse Lewis Endeavour Small Group Tour

2. Oxford: Inspector Morse Lewis Endeavour Small Group Tour

Join a guided tour around Oxford to discover the sights visited by Inspectors Morse, Lewis, and Endeavour on the hit TV show, Inspector Morse, filmed at approximately 100 locations in Oxford. Visit colleges at the University of Oxford. This tour is aimed at fans of Inspector Morse, Lewis, and Endeavour, but even if you are not a big fan, this tour is still a good opportunity to get insights into the University of Oxford and the history and traditions of each college you visit. Get to know Oxford city and the university's heritage as you take an in-depth look at John Dexter's characters. Dive into his vision for his characters as you explore places visited in the series.

Oxford: Evening Sightseeing River Cruise with a Cocktail

3. Oxford: Evening Sightseeing River Cruise with a Cocktail

Glide down Oxford University's regatta course on the Thames River with a tasty cocktail in hand on this evening cruise. Relax as you admire the Christ Church Meadows and the University College Boat Houses from the water.  Meet your guide at a local restaurant and head to the historic Folly Bridge. Order a handcrafted, seasonal cocktail before you board the covered boat. Sail along Oxford's regatta course. Spot rowing crews, punts, and pleasure boats as they jostle for river space.  Cruise by the lush Christ Church Meadows and iconic University College Boat Houses which as received an Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) prize. Sip on your drink and watch a wonderful display of Oxford at play. Return to your meeting point at the end of your tour.

Oxford: City Bike Tour with Student Guide

4. Oxford: City Bike Tour with Student Guide

Discover Oxford’s historic town center, and the magical parks on the outskirts of town with this guided bike tour. Pedal past the city’s best attractions and cover more ground. Meet your guide in the city center to start your experience. Cycle through the city alongside a student guide, and learn about the history of Oxford. Marvel at the university buildings where Oscar Wilde, J. R. R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and many British politicians studied. Admire the architecture of Oxford colleges, and enter the famous Bodleian Library. Marvel at the scenery of Port Meadow, and visit sites you can’t reach on foot. Enjoy plenty of stops along the route, and finish back at the original meeting point.

Oxford: Bike Tour with Local Guide

5. Oxford: Bike Tour with Local Guide

Do a cycling tour in Oxford and allow a guide to share their knowledge of the city with you. Pick up your bike in the city center, then set off on your tour. Pass by the world-famous university, take in views of churches and historic buildings, then visit the countryside for views over the Thames. Begin your tour by meeting your guide at a bike store in the center of Oxford. Choose your bike and adjust it so that it is comfortable for your tour. Add a child’s seat if necessary. Set off into the quaint streets of Oxford, listening to your guide give you an introduction to the city as you go. Cycle amongst dreamy spires, the students’ colleges and university departments. Hear about the history of this world-famous educational institute. Next, escape the hustle and bustle of the city center into the surrounding countryside, riding alongside the River Thames in Port Meadow. Visit a total of 11 carefully selected tourist attractions. Make stops along the way to listen to your guide explain each one, ask questions, and take photos. Once the tour is over, enjoy a gentle cycle back through the city to the bike store to return your bike.

Oxford Day Trip from London: City Tour, Colleges & Lunch

6. Oxford Day Trip from London: City Tour, Colleges & Lunch

Travel back in time on this Private Day Trip Tour into one of the world's most academic and intellectual cities. Get away from busy London and tour Oxford with a private local guide. Admire not only the city's medieval architectural beauty and its river and natural environment, but also its traditional English cuisine. Learn about the history of Oxford Castle, an ancient castle over 1,000 years old, famous for having once been a prison. Visit the only 12th-century tower still standing in the city. Take the opportunity to enter the History of Sciences Museum to see the famous blackboard that Einstein once used during a lecture at some Oxford University, and which still preserves its formulas. Relax and enjoy a delicious British lunch with a typical English beer in a traditional 14th-century tavern. Enjoy the best views of this university city by climbing to the top of the 13th-century tower of the University Church of St Mary. See the most prestigious colleges in the world, from Balliol College (the oldest in Oxford) to the most important college in the city: Christ Church College. Enter and breathe the university and intellectual air of Oxford. Get to know its beautiful Gothic building and discover how its students live. Enjoy Oxford in-depth, with its History, its Culture, Gastronomy, Colleges, and local’s lifestyle in this amazing Private Day Tour.

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The guide Peter was excellent! He shared information about harry potter, but also shared information about other authors such as Tolkien and CS Lewis as well as the history of the college and the town, overall telling a story of Oxford's literary connections to fantasy. It was a very fun way to experience Oxford for the first time, and took us to some actual film locations from Harry Potter! my group booked the admission to Christ Church College and I very much reccomend it. This was a public tour and we had two families with young children and several adult groups. Peter provided info and engagement that appealed to all ages, including a few pieces of Harry Potter gear such as wands and scarves for those who wanted them.

Excellent walking tour, guided by Peter who was very knowledgeable about all things Oxford, Harry Potter & film. He even supplied cake & chocolates. A very good introduction to the city of Oxford, would recommend this to all ages.

Too large a group so hard for the guide to give attention to all, but the guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, sharing lots of stories

Great guide ! Very interesting insights and good choices of what to see. Recommended !!

Peter was excellent, we will recommend him to anyone who is traveling to Oxford.