All Oxford Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 3

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from $187

Discover the charm of Oxford and its historic pubs on this small group guided evening walk. Starting at the Tap Social Bar in The Covered Market, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and delicious food options before meeting your guide. Stroll along Broad Street to the renowned Turf Tavern, where you can savor a complimentary half-pint of ale while soaking in the local history. Continue to the Bear Inn, one of the oldest pubs in the world, and hear captivating stories as you enjoy another round. The tour concludes at the Royal Blenheim , known for its extensive ale selection, with recommendations for further explorations in Oxford. - Walking tour exploring Oxford's main sights and iconic pubs - Visit historic landmarks like the Sheldonian Theatre and Radcliffe Camera - Enjoy a complimentary drink at Turf Tavern - Discover local history and insider tips from your knowledgeable guide

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Oxford Pub Tour: Historic Pubs and Local Brews

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Are you looking for a way to see Oxford’s literary gems without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • See the spots that inspired Lewis Carroll, CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien and the filming locations for Harry Potter and HBO’s His Dark Materials • Hear from producers Jeremy Allen and Graeme Fry, the presenters and producers of the Oxford Lives podcast • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Oxford's literary legends and landmarks: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours

3.4

(5)

from $8

Travel in comfort and style with our private transfer service from Oxford to London. Whether you're returning from a visit to the historic university city or heading into the capital for business, leisure, or travel connections, we provide reliable door-to-door service tailored to your schedule. Enjoy a smooth and stress-free journey with professional drivers, modern vehicles, and plenty of space for luggage. We pick you up from your Oxford hotel, residence, or university campus and take you directly to your Central London destination—whether it's a hotel, AirBnB, train station, or airport. Private door-to-door transfer from Oxford to London Comfortable Sedans, Minivans, and 8-Seater Vans available Flexible pick-up times to suit your itinerary Professional, experienced drivers focused on safety and service 24/7 availability for maximum convenience Ideal for individuals, families, or small groups (1–8 passengers)

Oxford To London Private Transfer

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $362

Discovering Cheltenham: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(26)

from $7

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Dedicate a day to exploring idyllic Cotswold villages through the eyes of a local. Beginning in Blockley village and ending in Moreton-in-Marsh (with eight stops in between), this private tour lets you explore Cotswold landmarks at a pace that suits you while discovering spots larger tour groups miss. See beauty spots like Broadway Tower and Lower Slaughter, as well as cozy pubs and independent shops.

The Cotswold Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

(91)

from $671

The TouringBee audio guide serves as a handy mobile companion for a self-guided tour in Oxford. This tour is specifically designed for those looking to explore the city in a short span of time (1.5-2 hours). Simply follow the route on the app's map, which takes you from Oxford Castle to University Park, passing by colleges and other notable landmarks. You're guaranteed to see: Carfax Tower, Tom Tower, Alice's Shop, Christ Church College, St. Mary's University Church, Radcliffe Camera, Bridge of Sighs, The favourite pubs and a bench of J.R.R. Tolkien. Once you've downloaded the tour, the app runs offline. The audio guide can always be heard clearly through your headphones. Enjoy captivating stories and legends at your own pace, without the need to keep up with a tour group. Feel free to pause for a break in a café, or explore a scenic alleyway before resuming your tour. If you only have a few hours to explore Oxford, make the most of it with the TouringBee audio guide.

Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone

Oxford Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.0

(2)

from $12

Airport Coach Service from Oxford to Gatwick

2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutesFree Cancellation

3.3

(27)

from $40

Discover some of the most picturesque highlights of the Cotswolds—and visit UNESCO-listed Blenheim Palace—on this full-day, private tour. Meet your guide at your area accommodation, and set off via air-conditioned vehicle. Head first to the Cotswolds (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) to visit charming English villages like Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold. Next, transfer to Blenheim Palace: famed for its opulent design, the palace was also Winston Churchill’s birthplace. As this is a private tour, the itinerary can also be customized to suit your interests.

Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace Private Day Tour from Oxford

8 hoursFree Cancellation

(20)

from $468

Combine a walking tour of Oxford with the iconic experience of punting on the River Cherwell, all thanks to this time-saving, two-in-one tour. Learn about the storied university and academic life as you follow your student or alumnus guide through Oxford's colleges and historic highlights. Afterwards, enjoy a chauffeured punting tour along the Cherwell River. Upgrade to include entry into New College for the full experience.

Oxford University Tour by Alumni™ & Punt + optional New College

Oxford University Tour by Alumni™ & Punt + optional New College

2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(42)

from $74

Explore the charming village of Blockley, the real-life backdrop for the beloved BBC series Father Brown. This 90-minute walking tour invites fans to wander through iconic filming locations, including St. Peter and St. Paul Church, which serves as Father Brown's parish. Along the way, a knowledgeable guide shares fascinating behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the show's production while you enjoy the picturesque streets and stunning countryside views. Ideal for Father Brown enthusiasts and lovers of British crime drama, this intimate tour provides a unique perspective on the series and its connection to Blockley's rich history. - Visit iconic filming locations featured in Father Brown - Led by a local guide with insider knowledge of the show's production - Discover Blockley's history as a former mill town during a scenic walk - Perfect for fans of Father Brown and the Cotswolds, with a leisurely pace to enjoy the surroundings

Father Brown Walking Tour in Blockley

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Oxford

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from $30

2 hoursFree Cancellation

(12)

from $242

Oxford: Harry Potter Tour with Hogwarts Student Guide

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $87

Ghost Tour of Oxford

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(33)

from $27

Oxford Scenic Cycle Tour- 2 persons minimum summer season

2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

(8)

from $168

Waddesdon Manor is a French Renaissance-style chateau, built in the 1870s by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild to entertain the fashionable world and house his impressive art collection. Waddesdon Manor was built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild between 1874 and 1885 to display his collection of arts and to entertain the fashionable world. Opened to the public in 1959, Waddesdon Manor is managed by the Rothschild Foundation, a family charitable trust, on behalf of the National Trust, who took over ownership in 1957. It’s home to the Rothschild Collections of paintings, sculpture and decorative arts. Make the most of your visit. Take a stroll in the Gardens, explore the paintings, furniture, porcelain and tapestries collected by generations of Rothschilds in the House. Meet the Aviary Keeper and see the colourful birds housed in the ornate Aviary. Explore the Cellars storing over 13,000 bottles of Rothschild wines, and hear about their history and so much more.

Waddesdon Manor : House & Gardens Admission

2 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

3.2

(20)

from $36

A Guide to the City of Dreaming Spires: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Oxford

Are you looking for a way to see Oxford without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Discover why Oxford’s time is 5 minutes behind the rest of the country and find out why students are forbidden from jumping into the River Cherwell • Hear from producer Ian Grover, a licensed tour guide who’s produced a number of popular VoiceMap tours • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

A Guide to the City of Dreaming Spires: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Oxford

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours

4.0

(4)

from $15

Radcliffe Square: the historic heart of Oxford

Spend half a day with an award-winning guide who knows and loves Oxford, to get a thorough overview of its extraordinary history, architecture, and stories. Whether you are interested in the city's ancient origins, the rise of the university, the many fascinating personalities who have studied here, or its famous film locations, this bespoke tour will take you off the beaten track, guide you amongst the dreaming spires, and give you the inside story of this beautiful and eccentric city. You will see inside one of Oxford's most fascinating colleges, including its chapel and dining hall. You will visit the oldest classroom in the world and learn not just about the ancient university but how it works today. And you will hear many stories about the city's famous - and infamous – inhabitants, including its connections with Tolkien, CS Lewis, Alice in Wonderland, Harry Potter and Wonka. The timings include a coffee break and walking times between stops.

Private Half-Day Guided Tour in Oxford

4 hoursFree Cancellation

(14)

from $466

Enjoy a walking tour of the sights of central Oxford with an experienced, independent guide (we're new here on Viator). The tour includes a visit inside the famous Sheldonian Theatre, and inside the Divinity School (part of the Bodleian Library). Learn about the protestant reformation of the 1530s and the catholic reaction of the 1550s, and how the changes affected Oxford, the university and colleges. Learn also about the changes of the 19th century and how the architecture of the city and university was transformed during this period. This tour also explains the Oxford University system, the colleges, and describes student life at the University today. - This private tour can be tailored to your interests and schedule - Main themes : History, Religion and Architecture - Entry to one or more colleges can be arranged. We will arrange this with you in advance. This is an extra cost. - Prices include the Contrada Tours pre-tour planning service by WhatsApp.

Oxford History and Architecture Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $101

This tour offers something few others do: the chance to experience Oxford both on foot and from the water, all in one visit. Enjoy a full Oxford experience by combining our 90-minute student- or graduate-led college walking tour with a 30-minute chauffeured punting tour—a perfect way to take in the city’s history and beauty. The tour is outdoors. If selected when booking, AFTER THE WALKING TOUR ENDS, your experience can be enriched with a self-guided visit to New College, one of the university’s most historic and picturesque colleges. Then, without needing to plan a separate activity, you’ll step into a traditional punt and be taken along Oxford’s quieter, greener side. As you glide past the Botanic Gardens, Christ Church Meadows, and the banks where Lewis Carroll once walked, you’ll see a view of the city that most walking tours simply don’t reach. It’s a well-balanced way to enjoy both Oxford’s rich academic tradition and its peaceful riverside setting—all in a single experience.

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Private | Oxford Tour by Alumni™ & Punt + optional New College

Private | Oxford Tour by Alumni™ & Punt + optional New College

2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The Cotswold Village Trail Ultra- 4 days and 5 nights

6 days

3 Hour Private History Tour to Blenheim Palace in a Rolls Royce

from $1,195

3 hoursFree Cancellation

(5)

from $691

Explore the Cotswolds without having to drive on this full-day private tour from your chosen location, such as Oxford. With a private car and driver-guide, simply soak in the scenery as you follow an itinerary tailored to you. Visit manor houses, explore towns and villages such as Stow-in-the-Wold and Minster Lovell; and stop to shop and eat at your leisure—all without transport or parking issues.

Undiscovered Cotswolds Private Tour From Oxford

7 hoursFree Cancellation

(91)

from $737

Oxford food and sightseeing tour

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

(5)

from $168

Oxford Official University & City Tour

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Kristen_S, Jun 2026

Fun history

We stopped through Oxford on our travels and really enjoyed this city tour. Our guide was fantastic. He provided history of the monarchy and the colleges that was fun and informative. I especially appreciated the opportunity to tour All Souls College.

Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide

Kamie_A, Jun 2026

Tradition and charm combined into an enjoyable experience

Our guide, Sam, was not only very knowledgeable about Oxford, he was very entertaining. I learned about the history of Oxford along with some quaint, quirky anecdotes. My family was amused and edified. Thank you for accommodating our rather chaotic entrance to the group.

Oxford University and Harry Potter Tour with Live Entertainment

Adeline_B, Jun 2026

A fun, informative tour

It’s a good mix of interesting facts and magic tricks which is helpful to keep the younger ones interested. Shane was very pleasant and engaging. He took lots of questions and made the 90 mins fly by. Really recommend (we had a 14 and 16 year old and they really enjoyed it too).

Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

Michael_M, Jun 2026

Good overview of Oxford

Good overview of Oxford. I debated b/w the 1.5 / 2 hour and 3 hour and the 3 hour extended adds the Christ Church which is the last hour and if you go on your own the tickets are around 30 pounds and sometimes difficult to get. Afterwards I think the 3 hour was worth it. It also included a very good audio headset.

Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon

CJ_C, Jun 2026

A true highlight of our trip!

We had the best time on this tour. Our guide, Steve, made every effort to interact with us, even involving our kids in the fun, and was truly interested in making sure our day was special. The itinerary was full of things to do but we never felt rushed or like we missed out on anything. One of the best “in a day” tours I think we’ve ever done.

1.5-hour Oxford City and University Walking Tour

David_E, Jun 2026

Our guide was very...

Our guide was very knowledgeable, personable, and entertaining, and gave us various options to customize the tour to our liking. Unlike some other guides we had during our trip to England, she spoke very clearly so we had no trouble hearing her. She also gave us a good suggestion to do walking tours of Oxford at different times of day, to maximize the variety of things that are available to see, and we plan to do that if we visit Oxford again.

Oxford Sightseeing River Cruise Along The University Regatta Course

Nina_J, Jun 2026

Lovely activity for an afternoon in Oxford

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience on this boat tour. I was blessed with beautiful weather and blue skies and the university rowing regatta was taking place, which was interesting to experience as part of the tour. Highly recommend this activity to anyone visiting Oxford!

Cotswolds Private Day Tour

jenifer_B, May 2026

We had the absolute best...

We had the absolute best day on our Tour of The Cotswolds! Our guide Adi was the best! He took us to amazing spots and shared interesting information throughout the day. He took us to places we would never have gone to if we were on a group tour. It was totally worth doing! Adi also recommended the perfect spot for lunch-allowing us to maximize our day. The day could not have been better nor could our tour guide have been more perfect!

Harry Potter Walking Tour of Oxford Including New College

Dawn_B, May 2026

Perfect blend of Harry Potter and Oxford info

Start to finish a great experience! A nice mix of HP info and Oxford history so it worked for everyone in our party including those who are not die hard Potter fans. Our tour guide Steph was extremely friendly and very informative. Perfect way to spend the day in Oxford!

Discover the Secrets of the Cotswolds Private Tour Experience

Greg_L, Nov 2025

Calgar was outstanding!...

Calgar was outstanding! He gave us a fantastic full-day tour of the Cotswolds and struck the perfect balance – being informative without overwhelming us, while still giving plenty of space to explore the villages on our own. Communication was excellent, especially regarding pickup time and location, and his vehicle was spotlessly clean. Highly recommend Calgar to anyone looking for a wonderful Cotswolds experience!