City of Oxford Walking Tour

About this tour

Discover the vibrant history of the oldest university in the English-speaking world on the only official University of Oxford walking tour. Learn how Oxford grew from a small market town into the 'city of dreaming spires'.

Led by an expert guide, you'll explore Oxford's storied streets and follow in the footsteps of famous authors, scientists, politicians and film stars. Starting and ending at the Weston Library, this popular tour will take you on an entertaining journey that reveals the secrets of this historic city.

Developed by the Bodleian Libraries in partnership with the Oxford Guild of Tour Guides, this tour is delivered by qualified and accredited guides.

You will see:

the Divinity School, Oxford University's oldest teaching room.
the beautiful exteriors of the Bodleian Library and the Radcliffe Camera.
the historic streets surrounding the central Bodleian site.

Key tour information

This tour is delivered in English.
Meet your tour guide on the front steps of the Weston Library.
Your ticket includes entry to the Divinity School after the tour.
Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
If someone in your party has accessibility requirements, please contact the Tours team prior to your visit on tours@bodleian.ox.ac.uk.
Dogs are not allowed on our walking tours. Visitors with assistance dogs should contact the Tours team prior to your visit on tours@bodleian.ox.ac.uk.

Tickets and prices

You can buy tickets for this tour in advance or on the day of the tour.

Advance tickets

50% of tickets for this tour are available online in advance. Advance tickets are released on the 1st of the month for tours in the following month. Tickets are now available for August and September.

Tickets on the day

50% of tickets are only available on the day of the tour. These are available to buy:

Off-peak days (Monday – Friday in September – June): from 9am online and in person from the Weston Library ticket desk.
Peak days (July – August and on Saturday and Sunday): in person from the Weston Library ticket desk only.