Oxford
Oxford often referred to as 'The City of Dreaming Spires' is one of the most historically and culturally significant cities in the UK.
Home to the prestigious University of Oxford, the oldest university in the English-speaking world. A university which has educated some of the world’s greatest leaders, scientists, philosophers, writers and actors – Indira Ghandi, Margaret Thatcher, Bill Clinton, Benazir Bhutto, Lewis Carroll, J.R.R. Tolkien, John Wesley and Richard Burton, to name just a few.
Oxford has been the inspiration for Morris Cars, Oxford Marmalade, Oxford Bags. The city’s history has given rise to a unique architectural landscape that features fine examples of architecture from every period in English history going as far back as Saxon times. Wander its quaint cobbled streets and admire the unique mix of the ancient and modern, or relax in the numerous parks and landscaped gardens located around the city.
Our Associated Guides
We work in association with Explore Oxford Tours. Explore Oxford Tours is a small friendly company specialising in tailor-made walking tours of Oxford.
They aim to provide a professional personal service, which helps you make the most of your time in the beautiful city of Oxford.
Explore Oxford Tours has contacts with guides who can specialise in just about every area of interest in Oxford, and in many different languages.
Isobel Lewis and all the guides working for Explore Oxford Limited are Green and Blue Badge guides, accredited by the Institute of Tourist Guiding in London. They are also members of the Oxford Guild of Guides and Lecturers.
Isobel & David Lewis at Explore Oxford Tours
Most of Oxford’s colleges and key historical sites are hidden away down narrow streets and alleyways, so the best way to explore the City is undoubtedly on foot.
In fact, getting around the centre of Oxford by car or bus is never easy at the best of times, being further restricted by a series of one-way systems. For that reason, Explore Oxford Tours’ walks around Oxford, in the capable hands of one of their own registered Green or Blue Badge Guides, offer the most intimate and detailed access to this fascinating city.
They offer a range of different styles of walking tour, tailored to meet your own personal interests and requirements.
This beautiful medieval city has something to offer everybody, regardless of age or interest. Whether you have just a few hours or a few days, Explore Oxford Tours can provide information on the best ways to make the most of your time.
Our Tours & Transfers
All the below tours include private and direct return transfers from London to Oxford where you will be escorted by Explore Oxford Tours
Oxford Historical Highlights
Take a walk through Oxford “Past and Present”
Oxford Historical Highlights + Christ Church Tour
Take it a step further, with an exploration of Oxford and a visit inside Christ Church, with its deep and interesting history. Probably the city’s most famous college, not least because of its connections with the Harry Potter films and its iconic dining hall
Harry Potter Film Locations
Embark on a magical journey through the streets and buildings of medieval Oxford to visit some of the key filming locations for the Harry Potter films, as well as many other locations used in film and television.
An American in Oxford
Oxford has always held close ties with the United States: Many Oxford men were involved with the founding of the New England colonies and the settling of the Eastern seaboard of the USA.
Oxford by Sunset
An evening walking tour of the city. See the beauty of the “dreaming spires” as they turn pink and golden in the sunset.
Inspector Morse, Lewis & Endeavour Tours
Visit Morse’s Oxford on this walking tour, concentrating on the many locations used for the filming of these popular series.
Speciality Tours
We are able to offer a wide range of bespoke tours, drawing together the many and varied literary, cultural, commercial and architectural interests which the ancient city of Oxford can inspire. These include:
Lewis Carroll and Alice in Wonderland
CS Lewis and The Chronicles of Narnia
J R R Tolkien and The Lord of the Rings
Women in Oxford
Gardens of Oxford
The English Civil War
Pubs of Oxford
Ghost Tours
Explore Oxford from the top deck with CitySightseeing
The award-winning open-top bus tour lasts approximately one hour and allows you to discover the best sights and historical insights into the City of Dreaming Spires!
Tickets are available for 24 and 48 hours, so you can hop on and hop off as many times as you wish and explore all the sights.
