England · UNIVERSITY & COLLEGE TOURS IN OXFORD
The 15 university & college tours in Oxford below are the ones to put on a first English itinerary, each with what it costs, how long it takes and who it suits. Start at the top.
Explore Oxford with a student guide, visiting Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, historic colleges, and the Divinity School in two focused hours.
“Well worthwhile. Fascinating history and a good introduction to Oxford. Our guide was knowledgeable and interesting”
Explore Oxford’s colleges, history, and Harry Potter locations on a 90-minute guided walk with entry fees included.
“best way to know the oxford university. It’ amazing both the buildings and the guide - nice and knowledgeable”
Explore Oxford’s colleges, Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera, and medieval streets on a lively two-hour guided walking tour.
“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.”
Walk Oxford’s Hogwarts filming sites, enter New College, see the Bodleian’s Divinity School, and learn the city’s literary secrets.
“The tour is truly beautiful and our tour guide, Valentine, did an AMAZING JOB! She shared the magic of each stop and was very engaging and patient with the group! I highly recommend this tour and Valentine - thank you!”
Cruise Oxford’s Thames regatta course in a small group, passing Christ Church Meadows, rowing clubs, college views, and peaceful river scenery.
“Friendly sand attentively skipper who gave an informative commentary. Well worth the money and would highly recommend.”
Explore Oxford’s historic colleges, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church with a student guide on this small-group walking tour.
“Do not buy this expensive tour. Go on your own. 20 min reading about the university shoyld be better than 2 hours with a bad tour guide.”
Explore Oxford with an alumni guide, landmark-filled walk, Divinity School access, and an optional self-guided visit to New College.
“Our guide was Gladstone and he was brilliant. It wasn’t too taxing on the legs neither. Would recommend to all ages”
Review of Oxford’s private two-hour walking tour with a university alumni guide, including college visits, Bodleian sights, value, and booking tips.
“Alice was very knowledgeable and willing to share, with a very personable disposition- she did a great job providing insights to us about Oxford!”
Review of Oxford’s small-group city and university walking tour, with college entry, guide quality, timing, value, and practical booking advice.
“We had a very interesting and fun walking tour in Oxford with Renata (I hope I remember her name well) last Saturday! We got to know a lot of exciting facts and stories about Oxford, the university life, some secret stories and we also learnt a lot about the city's history. We had a great time and I would absolutely recommend to all to take the tour!”
Explore Oxford’s New College film sites, medieval rooms, and Harry Potter connections on a private 90-minute guided tour.
“A very good and fun experience. The guide made the tour a diverse and interesting route at least. Fully recommended.Auto-translated”
Explore Oxford’s colleges, Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera, and Christ Church with a student guide on this two-hour walking tour.
“John was interesting and entertaining. A great introduction to Oxford, despite the rain! Fascinating back stories to the colleges.”
Review of Oxford’s alumni-led walking and punting tour, covering colleges, student life, river views, New College, price, timing, and practical tips.
“Beautiful , fascinating city; brought to life by our informative,friendly tour guide Reece. Reece was incredibly helpful and made the experience. Would highly recommend. The punting was also fun, again helped by our guide and steer Joe.”
Review Oxford’s 30-minute chauffeured punting tour, with route details, guide tips, value advice, weather limits, and booking facts.
“Chauffeured punting was great, such a relaxing experience in the sun with a nice young man providing information about Oxford.”
Review of Oxford’s private 30-minute chauffeured punt on the River Cherwell, with college views, guide commentary, price advice, and booking tips.
“A delightful experience with a very knowledgeable tender with good historyin the business. Friendly staff all around.”
Explore Oxford with recent graduate Rory, visiting historic colleges, Bodleian Library sites, and the Divinity School in a small group.
“Highly recommended. Rory brings history alive in a funny and entertaining way. We got a lot of inside information about student life then and now.”
