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Offered in: English
See inside the Divinity school film site at Bodleian library + see many super sights from outside
Please see the section titled 'Additional Information' or 'Voucher Details' for info on any and all dates on which due to partial or full closures of film sites venues that are known at this time.
On any dates when Divinity school closed, we'll offer entry inside New college but at extra £5 cost
This tour does NOT include entry to Christ church- we run that as a separate tour from July 5th.
On dates when Divinity school closed, tour running instead to New college at extra £5 per person
Please see notice of 2024 Divinity school closures below...
July 13+23+26+27, Aug 3, Sep 27+28, Nov 8+9+16 of 2024
Overview
How does studying at Oxford University compare with studying at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Fun tour for Muggles of all ages. Guide will cater tour according to everyone's interests, introducing also Oxford heritage. Join tour to find out why we have over 1,000 reviews recommending this tour online!
Calling all fans of the world’s favourite wizard, this Oxford walking tour takes you to recognizable locations of the Harry Potter films. During this family-friendly tour, see the grand buildings of Oxford University and see inside the Divinity School—which featured as the infirmary & classroom space in Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Learn of other literary legends that attended Oxford University.
Tour includes entry worth £3 per person inside the Divinity school at the Bodleian Library. Tour lasts average 90-120 minutes.
Notice: on dates when Divinity school is closed - see closures notices under What's not Included section- we instead visit New college.
Itinerary
Bodleian Library
See inside Divinity School film site at Bodleian Library- worth £2.50 entry fee included in your ticket.
NB we do NOT visit inside the medieval library as it does not anyway permit private guiding inside. If you do wish to see inside Duke Humfreys library, then you can book tickets for that directly from the Bodleian website but they only permit entry to children aged 12+ or adults.
30 minutes
Bridge of Sighs (Pass By)
We also see and describe many stories about Oxford university and student life and we pass by and introduce most of the famous sights of Oxford during the tour eg Radcliffe Camera, University Church, Bridge of Sighs and multiple colleges of the university.
Radcliffe Camera (Pass By)
We also see and describe many stories about Oxford university and student life and we pass by and introduce most of the famous sights of Oxford during the tour eg Radcliffe Camera, University Church, Bridge of Sighs and multiple colleges of the university.
Sheldonian Theatre
This is one of multiple famous Oxford sights or colleges which we pass by and introduce on tours
5 minutes
New College
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. We introduce stories about the making of the Goblet of Fire, filmed at New college. If you wish to visit New college after our tour ends, you can visit New college until 4.30pm. It's open every day except in winter, it's closed on Mondays.
Notice: on any dates that Divinity school is closed, we instead replace it with entry to visit New college which is worth £8 entry fee.
15 minutes
The Turf
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one. The alleyway to this old pub looks like Knockturn alleyway! The pub also is known as Oxford's Three Broomsticks. Indeed Robbie Coltrane, Hagrid, and his friends used to drink here, when they were filming.
5 minutes
Balliol College (Pass By)
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
Trinity College (Pass By)
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
Wadham College (Pass By)
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This college is where JK Rowling applied to study at Oxford!
Exeter College
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This is Tolkien's college and it is also connected to JK Rowling too.
5 minutes
Jesus College
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
5 minutes
Oxford Covered Market
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. We check out the Hogwarts cakes inside the market.
5 minutes
Lincoln College
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This college is where the writer of, 'Dr Seuss' studied.
5 minutes
Brasenose College (Pass By)
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
All Souls College
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
5 minutes
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This church is where CS Lewis preached and we will look for Mr Tumnis outside it!
5 minutes
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Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 5 minutes early for your tour at our meeting point.
REFUNDS or RESCHEDULE REQUESTS Given with at least 24 hours notice before tour starts
Free Cancellation
April 25100% refund
April 26No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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286
4 stars
43
3 stars
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2 stars
7
1 star
5
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Take this tour if you want both Harry Potter and Oxford history!
Published on Oct, 2024
My wife and I were fortunate to have Sam as our guide. Sam was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly teaching us anything and everything about Oxford and the connections to Harry Potter.
Take this tour if you want both Harry Potter and Oxford history!
Published on Oct, 2024
My wife and I were fortunate to have Sam as our guide. Sam was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly teaching us anything and everything about Oxford and the connections to Harry Potter.
Take this tour if you want both Harry Potter and Oxford history!
Published on Oct, 2024
My wife and I were fortunate to have Sam as our guide. Sam was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly teaching us anything and everything about Oxford and the connections to Harry Potter.
Take this tour if you want both Harry Potter and Oxford history!
Published on Oct, 2024
My wife and I were fortunate to have Sam as our guide. Sam was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly teaching us anything and everything about Oxford and the connections to Harry Potter.
Take this tour if you want both Harry Potter and Oxford history!
Published on Oct, 2024
My wife and I were fortunate to have Sam as our guide. Sam was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly teaching us anything and everything about Oxford and the connections to Harry Potter.
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