As the days become longer thoughts and resolutions turn to being outside and enjoying new experiences. Oxford Official Walking Tours is responding to the seasonal shift, expanding its spring and summer programme to deliver on both those aspirations by showcasing Oxford at its finest.
The award-winning walking tours are operated by destination management organisation, Experience Oxfordshire, and whether a visitor or a resident, they are the perfect way to get to know the city better.
The most popular tour offered is the Oxford University & City Walking Tour during which, in addition to sharing historical facts, fables and gossip, guides can explain the collegiate aspect of the University, a concept with which visitors are often unfamiliar. Scheduled tours run four times daily with an extra tour on Saturdays. Due to demand, the frequency of tours is being ramped up this year to offer six tours a day during the summer holiday period.
Whilst those familiar with Oxfordshire will enjoy seeing the city of spires through new eyes, they may also be interested in joining visitors on one of Oxford Official Walking Tour’s hugely popular themed tours.
Who doesn’t know someone who’d be delighted to take the Harry Potter Highlights Walking Tour? The monthly scheduled Saturday afternoon tour offers two enchanted hours with like-minded Muggles, seeing Oxford’s landmarks and iconic sites many of which inspired and featured in the much-loved films.
In response to Oxford’s starring role in many recent block-buster films and TV productions, Oxford Official Walking Tours offers the popular Oxford On Screen Walking Tour, scheduled twice a week. With productions as diverse as Harry Potter, Saltburn, Wonka, James Bond and Mamma Mia 2 plus the much-loved TV shows Inspector Morse, Lewis, and Endeavour there’s lots to discover. Whether you’re a “set-jetting” cinephile or just intrigued by cinematic locations, have fun following in film-makers footsteps with our expert guides.
Long before Hogwarts there was Narnia and The Shire. Lovers of the works of the Inklings, C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, can discover the stories surrounding their lives in Oxford, both as students and academics, and visit the historic venues associated with them and their work. The C.S Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien Walking Tour is scheduled twice a week.
"The Easter holiday marks the true beginning of the tourism season, as longer spring days draw us into summer and invite people to experience everything Oxfordshire has to offer. With nearly 5.5 million day trips to Oxford each year, it’s clear that the city remains one of the UK’s most compelling destinations. Our guides play a vital role as the first point of contact for many visitors by welcoming them, bringing Oxford’s history to life, and helping shape how they explore the city. Oxford Official Walking Tours is proud to share the rich stories at the heart of Oxford with both visitors and residents alike.”
Hayley Beer-Gamage, CEO, Experience Oxfordshire
Oxford Official Walking Tours were recognised by Tripadvisor with the 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award. Based on a full year of positive reviews for delivering amazing experiences to visitors, the award marks the Oxford Official Walking Tours as being among the top 10% of attractions worldwide. All tours are limited to a maximum of 20 people per group to provide the most positive experience. Tours are bookable online at oxfordofficialwalkingtours.org where Gift Cards, the perfect present for a walking tours enthusiast, can also be purchased.Tours can also be booked for private and family or corporate group parties: the Oxford Official Walking Tours team will be happy to help with tailoring the tour to a group’s individual needs and interests.
For more information and tour bookings go to: oxfordofficialwalkingtours.org or emailofficialtours@experienceoxfordshire.org
