Oxford Harry Potter Film Tour & Christ Church Entry Tickets

Walk Oxford’s wizarding film locations and grand colleges

You’ll walk Oxford’s cobbled streets with a local guide who knows both wizarding legends and university secrets. Step inside film locations like the Divinity School, then explore Christ Church College at your own pace with an audio guide, all tickets included. Expect laughter, odd facts, and those small moments where fantasy blurs into real life.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Christ Church College1h · entry included
2. Bodleian Library30m
3. Radcliffe Camerapass by
4. Bridge of Sighspass by
5. All Souls Collegepass by
6. Oxford Covered Market5m
7. Balliol Collegepass by

Oxford Harry Potter guided and self tour

• Start two-hour guided walking tour
• Pass by Radcliffe Camera
• Pass by Bridge of Sighs
• Pass by New College exterior
• Pass by Turf Tavern pub
• Pass by All Souls College
• Pass by various Oxford colleges and sights
• Visit Divinity School at Bodleian Library
• One-hour self guided audio tour at Christ Church

The experience

I didn’t expect to start our Harry Potter tour in Oxford standing under the Bridge of Sighs, half-listening to a busker playing something vaguely familiar (was it Bowie or Beatles?). Our guide, Tom, waved us over with a grin and immediately started pointing out little details: like the way All Souls College towers look like a secret “W” for witches and wizards. The air smelled faintly of rain on old stone, which felt right somehow. We set off weaving through crowds and past students on bikes: some in robes that looked suspiciously Hogwarts-ish if you squinted.

The best part was how Tom kept mixing Oxford facts with film stories. One minute we were peering into the Divinity School at the Bodleian Library (where they shot the hospital scenes), the next he was telling us about Robbie Coltrane sneaking off to Turf Tavern after filming. I tried to imagine Hagrid squeezing through those narrow alleys. There was this moment at Radcliffe Camera when a group of kids started quoting spells at each other and honestly, I almost joined in. The main keyword here is “Harry Potter tour Oxford,” but it just felt like wandering through someone else’s memories: both real and magical.

After two hours of walking (my feet were starting to complain), we reached Christ Church College. They handed us audio guides for the self-guided bit inside: no live guides allowed now, apparently. The Great Hall really does look like Hogwarts’ dining hall, though smaller than my brain expected from the movies. It smelled like polished wood and old books. I got a bit lost listening to stories about Lewis Carroll and Alice. There’s something surreal about hearing about Wonderland while standing in those echoing halls. I still think about that view down the staircase. Everyone paused there for photos, even the people who pretended not to care.

What’s included

Your day includes a guided walking tour of Oxford’s Harry Potter film sites with all entry fees covered, including guaranteed tickets for self-guided audio access inside Christ Church College. You’ll also see famous sights like Radcliffe Camera and Bridge of Sighs along the way before finishing up at your own pace inside Christ Church.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 12:45

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Visit Oxford Tours

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (5 to 11 years); Infant (under 5): free.

How long does the Harry Potter tour in Oxford last?

The guided portion is around two hours, followed by one hour inside Christ Church College with an audio guide.

Is entry to Christ Church included?

Yes, your ticket includes pre-booked entry to Christ Church College plus an audio guide for self-guided touring inside.

Do we visit inside Bodleian Library?

You visit inside the Divinity School film site at Bodleian Library if open, but not Duke Humfrey’s medieval library.

What happens if Christ Church is closed?

If Christ Church is closed unexpectedly, entry may be substituted for another college or you can reschedule or join another tour.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, most areas are wheelchair accessible and prams or strollers are also allowed.

Do I need to book tickets for New College separately?

If you want to visit New College after the tour ends, you can pay at the door without pre-booking.