Harry Potter Locations in Oxford: Private Day Trip from London
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- Private Tour
- 8 hr
Discover the magic of Oxford known as the "City of Dreaming Spires", and see the many Harry Potter filming locations on this private day trip from London in an iconic Black Cab.
Itinerary Details
Operated by: Travel Curious
Inspiration for hundreds of novels, and the romantic setting for many TV shows and movies, including, of course, several of the Harry Potter films. Experience the magic of Oxford and the Harry Potter filming locations with your private guide and driver on this enchanting day trip from London.
On your private tour you will:
On your private tour you will:
- Travel in the comfort of a private and iconic London Black Cab;
- Experience the magical atmosphere of Oxford – the city of dreaming spires;
- Step into all the Harry Potter movie locations in Oxford, accompanied by your private guide who happens to be a complete Harry Potter fanatic;
- Explore Christ Church College, and step inside the grand dining room, better known as the Great Hall of Hogwarts;
- Walk, skip, but don’t run along the cloisters of New College, used for filming the scenes in Hogwarts’ corridors between classes;
- Marvel at one of the oldest and largest libraries in Europe, used in the movies as the Hogwarts Infirmary - managed by the efficient Madam Pomfrey, and where Professor McGonagall taught the pupils to dance, in preparation for the Yule Ball in Goblet of Fire;
Oxford, the city of dreaming spires, one of the most beautiful, eminent and historic cities in the world is your destination for the day.
You’ll be picked up in central London from a location of your choice, by your private guide – a passionate historian, Harry Potter fanatic, and qualified private guide and Black Cab driver! You’ll enjoy a scenic drive to Oxford where you’ll spend the day wandering around the enchanting colleges, streets, markets, and gardens of this magical city.
Birthplace of Alice in Wonderland, Narnia and Middle Earth, and more recently His Dark Materials, Oxford was used as the location for some of the most memorable scenes in the Harry Potter movies – including everyone’s favourite dining room – the Grand Hall of Hogwarts!
Not only will you step into the movie scenes at Christ Church and New College (founded in 1379 – it’s no longer that new!), your privately guided tour will take you all over the city. You’ll pass by all the must-see landmarks including the Bridge of Sighs, Carfax Tower, the Radcliffe Camera, the entrance to Narnia, the Sheldonian Theatre (which hides an elusive Potter secret!) and Tom’s Tower.
You’ll see many of Oxford’s beautiful colleges from the outside, where some of the greatest luminaries have studied and you will also enjoy some peaceful green space as you wander along the River Isis, through Christchurch Meadow and the Botanical Garden.
You’ll walk past the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Oxford Castle and Prison – the partly ruined Norman medieval stronghold dating back to the 11th century, the Ashmolean Museum of Art, Archaeology and Antiquities, and the Martyrs Memorial where you’ll uncover some grim Tudor History, and the Covered Market – a delicious place for street food where you’ll learn about the Town/Gown riots!
After a day spent absorbing the magic of Oxford, you’ll then enjoy a peaceful drive back to muggle London.
You’ll be picked up in central London from a location of your choice, by your private guide – a passionate historian, Harry Potter fanatic, and qualified private guide and Black Cab driver! You’ll enjoy a scenic drive to Oxford where you’ll spend the day wandering around the enchanting colleges, streets, markets, and gardens of this magical city.
Birthplace of Alice in Wonderland, Narnia and Middle Earth, and more recently His Dark Materials, Oxford was used as the location for some of the most memorable scenes in the Harry Potter movies – including everyone’s favourite dining room – the Grand Hall of Hogwarts!
Not only will you step into the movie scenes at Christ Church and New College (founded in 1379 – it’s no longer that new!), your privately guided tour will take you all over the city. You’ll pass by all the must-see landmarks including the Bridge of Sighs, Carfax Tower, the Radcliffe Camera, the entrance to Narnia, the Sheldonian Theatre (which hides an elusive Potter secret!) and Tom’s Tower.
You’ll see many of Oxford’s beautiful colleges from the outside, where some of the greatest luminaries have studied and you will also enjoy some peaceful green space as you wander along the River Isis, through Christchurch Meadow and the Botanical Garden.
You’ll walk past the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Oxford Castle and Prison – the partly ruined Norman medieval stronghold dating back to the 11th century, the Ashmolean Museum of Art, Archaeology and Antiquities, and the Martyrs Memorial where you’ll uncover some grim Tudor History, and the Covered Market – a delicious place for street food where you’ll learn about the Town/Gown riots!
After a day spent absorbing the magic of Oxford, you’ll then enjoy a peaceful drive back to muggle London.
Tour duration
8 hours
Type of tour
Driving tour: including a private vehicle throughout the tour
Tickets included
- English Speaking Driver Guide
- Black Cab throughout the tour
- Christ Church & Divinity School admission tickets
- Black Cab throughout the tour
- Christ Church & Divinity School admission tickets
Other inclusions
- Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off from Central London
- Gratuities optional
- Gratuities optional
- Food & drink are not included
Suitable for
Couples, Culture Vulture, Family Friendly, Friends, Master
Attractions along this route:
Oxford
Oxford, known as the "City of Dreaming Spires", is located 56 miles (90km) away from the city of London and is home to the world's most famous university.
Christ Church College
One the oldest and most famous university colleges has over 800 years of history.
Bodleian Library
One of the oldest libraries in Europe and mostly underground, it has served the university for over 400 years.
Covered Market
A treasure trove of market stalls, souvenir stalls and kooky eateries - perfect for a quick bite.
Oxford's Bridge of Sighs
This skyway joining two parts of Hertford College over New College Lane is an iconic landmark in Oxford's historic centre.
Oxford University New College
Part of Oxford University, the New College is probably most famous for its beautiful gardens.
Carfax Tower
All that remains of the 13th century St Martin's Church.
