Top South East England Culture

Even before Harry Potter, Oxford was a magical city. Add even more magic to your day on this unique tour led by an actual magician who’s performed for the British royal family and A-list celebrities. As well as top sights and fascinating trivia, expect mesmerizing tricks and illusions, including a recreation of a famous spell from a Harry Potter movie. Book in advance as tours do sell out.

Explore Southampton’s modern history on this private tour led by a Ph.D. historian or a trained guide with a background in history or education. Learn how historical events and modern culture have shaped the city while practicing mindful tourism to understand your impact as a visitor. With a personalized pace and expert insights, this tour offers a unique and thoughtful way to experience Southampton.

Visit the historic town of Windsor on a half-day tour from London, including round-trip transfers and entrance to the lavish Windsor Castle. Admire the mighty stronghold, built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, peek into the royal bedchambers, and see Queen Mary’s doll house. Then, stroll the beautiful gardens and enjoy free time in Windsor.

With narrow, often busy country lanes, complex geography, and limited parking, the Cotswolds can be challenging to explore independently. Leave route planning, navigating, and parking to your personal driver-guide on this flexible private tour that hits all the highlights direct from your door. Upgrade to add a professional photographer who can capture your group amid the beauty and create memories that can last a lifetime.

Get an overview of the City of the Dreaming Spires on this guided, small-group walking tour. Pass by some of the key attractions around this historic university town, including Carfax Tower, Christ Church College, Queen’s College, The Bridge of Sighs, Radcliffe Camera, the Bodleian Library and more. Learn about the city’s long and rich history from your guide.

Windsor Castle can be overwhelming to explore alone, with centuries of history spread across a massive complex—but this private walking tour makes the experience easier and more meaningful. With a guide, move through the castle’s key areas with focused storytelling and personal attention, helping you understand what you’re seeing instead of just passing through it. The private format allows the pace and emphasis to match your interests, for a more engaging way to experience one of Britain’s most important royal landmarks.

Take a walk around the royal town of Windsor with a local guide, and discover the curiosities behind its streets that are steeped in history. You’ll follow the footsteps of the likes of William the Conqueror and Queen Elizabeth II, and learn about the everyday folk who live in the town now. Photo stops near landmarks like Windsor Castle, Eton College, and the Crooked House complete the experience.

See more of the picturesque Cotswolds than you could on your own on this full-day trip from Moreton-in-Marsh or Stratford-upon-Avon. Showcasing the region's must-see villages that can be tricky to find on your own, this excursion visits Bourton-on-the-Water, Chipping Camden, and lesser-known sights that many Cotswolds tourists miss. You have ample free time to explore, along with commentary and tips for places to eat or see through the day.

The Cotswolds' prettiest villages are spread across narrow country lanes that coaches can't reach. This private tour puts in a luxury Mercedes-Benz handles the back roads with ease, delivering you to stops like Bourton-on-the-Water, Bibury, and Stow-on-the-Wold. Your itinerary is designed around your interests, with optional pauses at farm shops and village bakeries.

Gain admission to one of the Isle of Wight’s most impressive residences with this Osborne House entry ticket. Explore the elegant Durbar Room, the Royal Apartments, and the private family bedrooms at your own pace, and follow in the footsteps of ex-residents Queen Victoria and Prince Albert through the grounds to the Victorian walled garden. During your visit, admire gifts given to Queen Victoria from across the British Empire.

Follow in the footsteps of famous former residents like J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis—and discover many of Oxford’s top landmarks in just a couple hours—on this introductory walking tour. Meet your group in central Oxford, and set off on foot. You’ll see key attractions like the Bodleian Library and Sheldonian Theatre, will explore the university area, and you will see many of the elegant colleges from the outside. Note: book an afternoon tour to tour inside the colleges (subject to availability).

Walk the halls of one of the world’s oldest and most famous universities on this walking tour of Oxford University. Get a glimpse of student life as you peek inside the famous Bodleian Library and see landmarks like the University Church of St. Mary, Radcliffe Camera, and Trinity College. Learn about the prestigious university’s famous alumni, hear fascinating stories and anecdotes about its history, and see on-campus locations used in the Harry Potter films.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Blenheim Palace is home to the 12th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Set in over 2,000 acres of beautiful Parkland landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown, the exquisite 18th century Baroque Palace is surrounded by sweeping lawns, formal gardens and the magnificent lake. Discover over 300 years of history, architecture and artefacts Stroll around the majestic Formal Gardens and 10 other gardens Explore the Butterfly House and Stables Exhibition

Stonehenge and Windsor Castle are popular tourist sites in the south of England, but navigating to them from London can be tricky for those not familiar with the country. With this full-day private transport package, let a driver transport you to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and the Roman Baths so you can explore at your own pace.

There’s heaps of literary history and unbeatable views to discover in the English countryside—with the help of this local guide, you’re sure you don’t miss any of the essential sights and information between Alton and Chawton as you follow in the footsteps of celebrated novelist Jane Austen, who used to live in this area.

Canterbury Walks is led by a local historian with years of professional guiding experience giving every guest the perfect blend of academic knowledge and genuine local passion. Your route takes you beyond the obvious landmarks and into the hidden stories most visitors never hear, from a surprising Ian Fleming connection to the dramatic three-part story of Thomas Becket's assassination told across the very streets where it unfolded. We keep groups small so every guest gets a personal, immersive experience rather than being lost in a crowd. And with evening departures available, you'll explore Canterbury's extraordinary medieval streets at their most atmospheric and captivating.

‌Discover a real taste of this corner of England, with Cliffs and Country Tours. Our professional guide will meet you from the ship with a warm welcome, and be ready to share with you a wealth of hidden gems, anecdotes and spectacular views. You will see the famous White Cliffs of Dover, typical picturesque villages, medieval Cinque Port of Sandwich and Canterbury, the historic heart of Kent. Our tour will ensure that you make the most of your time in Port, and that you experience the very best of all that is on offer with a circular tour in the comfort of our executive, luxury minibus. As well as photo opportunities, this tour offers you the chance to enjoy a guided walk in the Medieval town of Sandwich, a guided tour in Canterbury and time to sample local food in one of Canterbury's bars, cafes and restaurants. You will visit ‘The Scramble’ Experience at the Battle of Britain Memorial, which brings home what life would have been like for those airmen back in the summer of 1940.

Discover the picturesque beauty of the Cotswolds on this new day tour from Oxford with an established, award-winning local company! Visit charming villages like Bampton (the real-life 'Downton'!), and enjoy free time to explore the idyllic surroundings of Shilton, Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water and Burford. With insights from fun, friendly, local driver-guides, you'll learn about the rich history and culture of the Cotswolds while enjoying a leisurely day in the countryside. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, or small groups seeking an affordable and enjoyable day trip experience. - Full-day tour departs central Oxford at 09:30 and returns by 16:30 - Explore Bampton, Shilton, Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Burford - Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus with a local guide - Free time at each location to enjoy shops, cafes, and stunning views

Discover the Harry Potter movie locations of Oxford on this walking tour. Visit the famous Bodleian Library to see the hall used as Hogwarts’ Infirmary in many movies, and view other locations in one or two of Oxford’s oldest colleges. As you walk, enjoy a fun Harry Potter quiz, and learn about Oxford University and other famous children’s books written in the city. Entrance fees to the Bodleian and select colleges are included.

Enjoy a tour exploring the lives, works and ideas of CS Lewis, JRR Tolkien and their circle. This tour is focused for an adult audience. Children may join it but the private tour option is more suitable. This tour typically lasts 2 hours to 2.5 hours and it includes entry to Magdalen college, where CS Lewis taught. If Magdalen is ever closed, we will inform you & offer refund or reschedule date or proceed with a visit to an alternative such as Exeter college, where Tolkien studied. This tour introduces both these famous writers and their lives here in Oxford plus offers insights into what life is like as an Oxford academic. Magdalen entry fee worth £10 per person is included. NOTICE: any known closures for Magdalen college will be published under the What's Excluded section. Please note that Magdalen only permits entry to up to 10 persons with guide before we must instead pre book with Magdalen. Thus, if you book at very short notice, you may instead be asked to do private tour.

Discover the rich history of England on this full-day tour from London to two iconic castles in Kent. Begin at Leeds Castle, often referred to as the 'loveliest castle in the world,' where you can explore its stunning interiors and beautiful grounds, including the famous maze. Next, visit Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, and immerse yourself in Tudor history while wandering its exquisite gardens and stately rooms. This tour includes comfortable transportation in a luxury bus, allowing for a relaxing experience as you traverse the scenic Kent countryside. Suitable for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, this day trip promises an enriching journey through England's royal past. - Full-day guided tour to Leeds and Hever Castle from London - Explore the stunning interiors and gardens of both castles - Comfortable air-conditioned transportation with central London pick-up - Ideal for history buffs and nature lovers, with ample exploration time

Enjoy the iconic Oxford experience of punting on the River Cherwell without doing the hard work on this private tour led by an Oxford University student. Relax and take in views of key landmarks, colleges, and literary inspirations as you glide along the river with your student guide directing the punt.

A must for all fans of maritime history, big ship fanatics and anyone who loved the film The Titanic. Explore the history of the building of The Titanic in Southampton’s Port of Present and Past, and learn about its unique design that hailed both the future of shipbuilding and brought about a famous shipwreck. As well as The Titanic, hear about the QE2—the Royal yacht—and the Mayflower and discover their stories on this unique tour.