Britain · CITY TOURS IN OXFORD
There is always one day too few. These 15 city tours in Oxford earn the slot, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes.
Explore Oxford University with an alumni guide, historic colleges, Bodleian Library, Harry Potter sites, and lively stories for $40.
“Glad I booked this tour. Our tour guide Mihir was awesome. I’ll surely recommend this tour to my friends. It was Matriculation day and loved the vibe walking around Oxford. Mihir did a top job 👏🏼”
Explore Oxford’s dreaming spires, famous colleges, Bodleian Library, and film locations on a lively 90-minute walking tour.
“Absolutely brilliant, our tour guide was fantastic. Thank you for a great experience”
Review of Oxford’s 90-minute walking tour, covering historic colleges, Harry Potter locations, expert guides, pricing, access, and value.
“The trip was alright. We did not get to visit trinity and the tour guide was unkind to us. Didn’t feel right”
Explore Oxford’s colleges, libraries, monuments, and medieval streets on a lively two-hour walking tour with an expert local guide.
“Well done and knowledgeable. Time well spent and enjoyable. Would do it again. Host was great. Fun group.”
Review of Oxford’s hop-on hop-off bus tour, with route details, ticket value, seasonal times, audio commentary, and practical tips.
“We arrived in the late afternoon and our driver was very personable and the female tour guide and on tape tour guides were very informative - Oxford was great!”
See Oxford’s colleges, castle, shops, and Carfax Tower by open-top bus, with audio commentary, seasonal walking tour, and flexible 24 or 48-hour tickets.
“Our driver Nick made this tour, he was friendly, helpful, professional and chatty. A perfect way to finish our first trip to Oxford.”
Cruise Oxford’s Isis past Folly Bridge, Christ Church Meadows, rowing boathouses and Iffley Lock aboard a quiet electric Edwardian boat.
“Graham, the guide, and Max, the apprentice were both excellent!”
Review of Oxford’s 45-minute Thames cruise along the University Regatta Course, with guide insight, pricing, route details, tips, and FAQs.
“Excellent skipper and lovely small boat tour along the river. Nice mix of information and time to look at the scenery and take in the views over the water.”
See Oxford’s colleges, literary landmarks, film locations, and secret lanes on a lively two-hour walking tour with an expert guide.
“Guide had a broad knowledge and understanding of Oxford and the University. I have learned a lot about the history and it was a great experience”
Oxford River Thames cruise review with route details, boat comfort, guide quality, pricing, tips, and advice on who should book this 40-minute ride.
“On time, well presented vessel, very knowledgeable and attentive crew.”
Review the Oxford afternoon tea river cruise, with Iffley Lock, Oxford views, live commentary, food, price, tips, and practical advice.
“This was an easy, enjoyable tour and the added benefit of afternoon tea completed the experience. Absolutely loved it.”
Review of Oxford’s small-group university tour with Christ Church, covering top colleges, Bodleian Library, costs, timing, guides, and practical tips.
“We had a beautiful day, and our guide, Ben, was very knowledgeable and engaging. We learned a lot and had fun too.”
Cruise Oxford’s river with afternoon tea, rowing boats, wildlife, and Alice in Wonderland history. See Folly Bridge, Iffley Lock, and Rose Island.
“We had a wonderful time. Very comfortable boat. Excellent fresh tasty lunch. Very informative chatty guide who made us very welcome. Thanks.”
Review of Oxford’s 3-hour picnic river cruise, with Christ Church Meadow, Osney Lock, a historic pub stop, food, price, and practical tips.
“Crew was very friendly and nice. Food quality was great. Managed to see a heron, which was nice. Pub was good.”
Review of Oxford’s scenic picnic cruise, with river views, historic sights, lock passage, gourmet hamper, guide tips, and honest value advice.
“A lovely soothing trip through beautiful countryside co-ordinated well by 'the captain'.”
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