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Enjoy Oxford’s pubs and illuminated historical sights on this private evening walking tour. With a local guide, delve into twilit streets and visit two or three pubs as you hear urban legends, stories about student antics, and tales of this university town’s past. Discover pubs favored by famous alumni, relax into the sociable atmosphere, and admire the exteriors of well-known colleges on route.

Visit two of England’s historical headliners in one effortless day with this tour from Brighton. Rather than negotiate public transport, travel to Greenwich and Cambridge by comfortable coach. Enjoy a Greenwich walking tour to see and unpack the history of its Royal Observatory, Prime Meridian, and more. Then, do the same in Cambridge, viewing highlights like Kings College Chapel and enjoying free time to perhaps ride a punt on the River Cam.

Choose from a STANDARD TOUR or a PREMIUM TOUR Both tours are private tours for your group only STANDARD TOUR - 2-2.5 hours (the events of 1066) Throughout this tour you will: - Find out why Harold became King of England - Discover how the Battle of Hastings unfolded hour by hour and the tactics used by each side - Stand on the acknowledged position of the Anglo-Saxon shield wall - Walk the perimeter of the battlefield (weather permitting) - View the place where King Harold was killed - View the Abbey ruins PREMIUM TOUR - 3-3.5 hours (For the Full 1066 Experience) Everything in the Standard Tour plus a deep-dive into: - The events leading up to the Battle of Hastings 1002-1066 - The Norman Conquest of England - The lasting impact of William the Conqueror's victory. Ideal for visitors seeking a more comprehensive understanding of one of England's most important historical events. TO BOOK - Select your preferred date then choose - STANDARD or PREMIUM 1066 Guided Tour

Explore the historical ties between Oxford and the British Empire and the impact of imperialism on this private guided walking tour. Led by an Oxford University student guide, visit key sights, like the Natural History Museum, the Pitt Rivers Museum and pass by pivotal colleges and schools, including Rhodes House, New College and the Oxford Martin School.

Immerse yourself in Britain’s world war seaside history with this private day trip to the Kent coast. After a visit to the Edwardian seaside town of Folkestone, you’ll check out the Battle of Britain Memorial where Spitfire and Hurricane planes can be seen. Look out at the sea from the White Cliffs of Dover. Perfect for modern British history buffs, the excursion offers a more personal tour with your own private guide.

Join a tour that dissects the long history of medical research and practice in Oxford! The history of medicine is always a bit uncomfortable. This tour walks you through medical history in the city from medieval plagues, to the founding of the medical school, and the first trials of penicillin. Far from a straightforward linear progression, Oxford’s medical history is a complicated conversation about health equity, medical ethics, and continued clashes over the control of the body. All our tours are led by university researchers who have completed our official Uncomfortable Oxford training programme. Our guides combine expert knowledge and performance, ensuring each tour is a fun and educational experience.

Discover one of the world’s largest and oldest continually occupied castles—and make travel logistics simple—with this private, round-trip transfer service to Windsor Castle. Following pickup in Southampton at a time that works best for you, travel aboard a luxury Mercedes to Windsor Castle (tickets own expense). After exploring the castle at your own pace, return to Southampton (or transfer to a London airport).

Discover the supernatural side of Oxford with this after-hours guided walking tour around Oxford. Hear spooky tales from pesky pub poltergeists to bloody battles as you walk the cobblestone streets past ancient colleges and public houses believed to be haunted, while hearing stories of encounters with spirits and ghosts and other supernatural phenomena.

Discover the best of Brighton—and pair your sightseeing with a classically English afternoon tea—on this two-in-one, small-group tour. Uncover more about this vibrant seaside city than you could alone, as you follow your guide to top sights from the Royal Pavilion and The Lanes to the Brighton Palace Pier. Then, sit down for a complete afternoon tea spread, featuring tea, finger sandwiches, pastries, and scones with jam and clotted cream.

Why spend your layover stuck in the airport food court when you can explore London’s top attractions? Take a private tour of the capital and create a custom itinerary based on the things that interest you. Visit Tower Bridge, eat traditional fish and chips, stroll through Covent Garden, and more. Whatever you decide, your private guide is with you every step of the way to ensure an authentic English experience.

Test your spell-craft & knowledge of all things Potter with our guide. We are the original Harry Potter in Oxford walking tour- find out why many others copied our success by joining our tour to find out all about how Oxford inspired Hogwarts and JK Rowling's influences and loads of insights about the actors, the producers and of course about Oxford too. This tour includes entry to arguably one of the most appealing and one of the oldest and likely most haunted colleges called New college. At New college, you can marvel at the gorgeous medieval dining hall, chapel, cloisters, quadrangle and the medieval wall of the city. In the cloisters and garden is where several scenes were filmed in the Goblet of Fire, Includes £12 entry fee to New college. NOTICE: see what's Not Included section for partial closures! 10.45am TOURS TO BE BOOKED BY 20.30!

Get off the tourist track and onto quiet country lanes on this unusual e-bike guided tour. Savor stone cottages and quaint gardens in villages like Wilcote, Crawley, and Swinbrook; admire the ruins of the North Leigh Roman Villa and medieval Minster Lovell Hall & Dovecote; and capture signature photos in popular Burford. This is a private tour, meaning you choose where to stop to buy lunch, a drink, or afternoon tea.

Discover Oxford’s highlights on foot and two wheels on this walking and bicycle tour. Set out by foot to visit the Bodleian Library, Christ Church, and other colleges as you learn about their history and former luminaries. Then, ride a bike to see the Radcliffe Camera, Magdalen College, places linked to Oxford’s literary heritage, and other sights. Includes entrance fees and bike usage during your tour.

Discover Oxford's highlights on this private full-day tour from London, including skip-the-line entry to Christ Church College, Divinity School, and University Church of St Mary. Enjoy a traditional British lunch in a historic tavern and explore landmarks such as the Bodleian Library's Divinity School. This intimate tour offers personal attention and a rich cultural experience, without the hassle of large groups or long lines.

Discover the filming locations of the Harry Potter movies on a private walking tour with an Oxford University alumni. Visit sites like the Divinity School and either New College or Christ Church College to see where scenes were filmed. Also learn about J.K. Rowling’s relationship with Oxford and learn about cast members from the movie who were brought up in the city.

With its cobbled lanes, semi-crumbled castle, and bohemian air, Lewes delights history, shopping, and culture buffs. This self-guided audio tour offers a wholly flexible way to experience its highlights and history without the strictures of a guided tour. Download the smartphone app, and use it whenever it you wish to discover Lewes landmarks like Cliffe High Street and Lewes Castle; and hear tales of the town's colorful past you could miss alone. The perfect companion for independently minded travelers.

Experience Blenheim Palace with a personalized 90-minute tour with your private guide. Afterwards, explore the palace and its grounds at your own pace, pausing where and when you like. At the end of the day, easy to use public transportation takes you back to Oxford. Includes option to include a tour of Oxford before Blenheim Palace.

Bypass the larger sightseeing groups, and head out with your own personal guide to discover Canterbury and its cathedral. The private tour is led by an esteemed Blue Badge guide who’s lived in the city for more than two decades, meaning you’ll get an insider’s perspective as you explore. You’ll listen to tales of the pilgrims of the “Canterbury Tales,” follow the trail of Thomas Becket, and see Canterbury Cathedral, too.

Learn about the long and rich history of Oxford University with this private walking tour for a group of up to 15 people. Hear more about the university from your professional guide, as you walk around and pass by several of the colleges, including Balliol, Exeter, Corpus Christi, Merton, Magdalen, and more.

Discover the royal town of Windsor before stepping inside the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Take Windsor at your own pace, spend quality time with a local and get your bearings on your very own private tour of Windsor. This experience combines a guided walking tour of Windsor with expert historical insight into Windsor Castle before you enter, so when you go inside, everything you see has context, stories, and meaning. Your guide will bring Windsor to life with tales of kings, queens, scandals, ceremonies, and centuries of royal drama, while showing you the town’s most important sights. Outside the castle, you’ll get a full introduction to its history, architecture, and the Royal Family’s connection to it today. At the end of the tour, your guide will take you directly to the entrance, and assist you in entering the castle with your tickets (included in this tour price!) allowing you to explore the State Apartments, St George’s Chapel, and more at your own pace.

Eton is a historic town in the shadow of Windsor Castle, but is perhaps better known for its prestigious boys’ school. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll hear the centuries of fascinating history that have shaped this remarkable small town and its world-famous college. The tour starts at Windsor Bridge and guides you through Eton’s storied past and vibrant present. As you walk up the High Street, you’ll pass ancient inns and distinguished tailors that have made Eton’s distinctive uniform for generations. You’ll see the grounds of Eton College, founded by King Henry VI in 1440, where princes, prime ministers, and poets have studied for nearly six centuries. The tour dips through the College area, along peaceful playing fields, and back to the bustling High Street. On your way back to Windsor Bridge, you’ll discover how this small town of just 4,500 residents has preserved its historic character while maintaining deep connections to royalty, literature, and sporting traditions.

Explore the best sights of Cheltenham at your own pace with this flexible, self-guided audio tour. See sights like the Royal Crescent, Neptune Garden, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square and Gardens, and more. Includes convenient turn-by-turn directions and maps, and automatic GPS playback, which can all be used offline.

All aboard the Hogwarts Express! From the gates of Trinity College, embark on an enchanting Harry Potter experience with your witch or wizard guide. Receive your wands, and be sorted into Hogwarts Houses, before a visit to Oxford's own Flourish & Blotts. Enter the Bodleian Library Divinity School, where Harry was visited by Dumbledore in The Philosopher’s Stone. Wander through the medieval corridors of New College (founded in 1379), following the footsteps of Hogwarts students in the films. See the oldest dining hall in Oxford, where students have been eating in gowns for almost 650 years. Stand under the tree where Draco Malfoy tried to curse Harry Potter—but ended up transfigured into a ferret! Gaze at the windows of the Restricted Section of Hogwarts, where real-life books were also chained to the shelves. Dance where Professor McGonagall taught Ron Weasley how to waltz in The Goblet of Fire. Test your knowledge in our Harry Potter quiz along the way!

Get some steps in while exploring the charm of Oxford at the same time with the help of a guide on this private walking tour through the city. See the top attractions in town through the eyes of a local, and delve into what sets Oxford apart and discover the town's rich history. See picturesque green spaces and diverse architecture alike—so there's something for everyone.