Best Cultural Tours in Oxford 2025

Oxford , South East England

From $ 48.15

Oxford is a city full of history, breath taking architecture, and scenic waterways. From its world-famous university to its charming countryside and tranquil canals, this city has inspired brilliant minds for centuries—and now, it’s your turn to explore it. Join us for a unique guided cycling tour, where you'll experience so much more than just the usual sights. Ride through hidden alleyways, historic landmarks, and the stunning Oxfordshire countryside, all while covering far more ground than on foot. Our group tours are fun, engaging and inclusive - we welcome cyclists of all ages and abilities.

Oxford , South East England

From $ 27.52

Explore the ‘uncomfortable’ side of the Ashmolean Museum. This tour highlights the contentious histories within museum spaces, bringing forward discussions about colonial origins, object transferal networks, and requests for repatriation. It encourages critical thinking and engagement with the Ashmolean Museum, its collections, and its displays. Delving into the intricate layers of history behind the exhibits, this tour will provide insight into the imperial connections that led to the development of the first public museum in England. Through the questioning of labels, displays, and exhibits, this tour asks participants: What is the purpose of a museum? All our tours are led by university researchers who have completed our official Uncomfortable Oxford training programme. Our guides combine expert knowledge and performance, ensuring each tour is a fun and educational experience. The tour has been developed in collaboration with the Ashmolean Museum staff and curators.

Oxford , South East England

From $ 11.99

Oxford’s historical streets are full of interesting and unusual pubs, some of which have been providing refreshment for over 700 years. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll visit a few of the oldest and quirkiest pubs the city has to offer. Starting at the Head of the River pub near Folly Bridge, you’ll wind through cobbled lanes and hidden passages to discover ten of Paul Coyne favourite pubs, each with a story to tell. The audio guide will lead you through the ancient streets where students and townspeople have all enjoyed an ’Education in Intoxication’. You’ll see where a Tuesday afternoon pub brawl took 600 years to be finally reconciled, and learn which pub had a camel. You'll also see a few historical landmarks like Hertford Bridge, Carfax Tower, and Radcliffe Square. By the end of the tour, in front of the Grapes on George Street, you’ll have learnt the differences between an alehouse, a tavern, and an inn.

Oxford , South East England

From $ 8.21

Step into the world of dreaming spires, cobbled streets, and centuries of tradition on this self‑guided walking tour of Oxford at just a fraction of the price of a regular walking tour. Crafted with insights from Oxford students, explore not just colleges, but other famous landmarks with a total of 18 stops. You will discover the traditions of different colleges, havens for book-lovers, inspirations for Narnia, museums, taverns and so much more. Filled with fun facts like why Great Tom chimes 101 times and the oath you must take to enter the Bodleian Library, this walk is perfect for those who are in Oxford for a day and want to discover popular spots and hidden gems at their own pace. You can pause the tour at any point where you wish to enter and explore more.

Oxford , South East England

From $ 15.13

Discover charming and historic Oxford, renowned for being home to the prestigious University of Oxford, one of the oldest universities in the world. The city boasts a wealth of stunning architecture, picturesque scenery, and fascinating cultural attractions, like the Bridge of Sighs and the Carfax Tower, that you will discover in our walking tours. Discover the iconic Christ Church College and Lincoln College and marvel at their stunning Gothic and Baroque architecture. Learn about the famous alumni that studied there. After the tour, download the sightseeing app (included in your tour) to discover more of Oxford and its incredible history with curated audio-guided routes through the main quarters.

Oxford , South East England

From $ 20.64

While Oxford is known for its universities, it’s also an iconic destination for historic pubs. On this guided tour, you’ll visit the oldest, most famous and the hidden gems, all while hearing about famous patrons including American presidents and writers. Start by meeting your tour guide at the iconic Carfax Tower. From there, you'll hit the streets and visit The Turf Tavern, which dates back to the 14th century. Pass by The Bear Inn, and The Lamb and Flag, and hear about the famous regulars over the centuries, including J.R.R. Tolkien. Afterwards, continue exploring the city with a sightseeing app which includes self-guided walking routes. Go at your own pace from the convenience of your smartphone.

Oxford , South East England

From $ 11.99

Are you looking for a way to see Oxford’s literary gems without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • See the spots that inspired Lewis Carroll, CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien and the filming locations for Harry Potter and HBO’s His Dark Materials • Hear from producers Jeremy Allen and Graeme Fry, the presenters and producers of the Oxford Lives podcast • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Oxford , South East England

From $ 30.95

Start by meeting your guide at Carfax Tower. From there, you'll see the scholarly highlights while taking in the sights. Take snaps of Christ Church, Radcliffe Camera and more as you hear local stories about their history and famous alumni. Your tour ends at the Bridge of Sighs, where you’ll step into the Divinity School and explore at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour. Fans of the Harry Potter series will recognise the famous Gothic architecture that featured in four of the films. Take in almost 500 years of history with the audio guide, while retracing the footsteps of alumni who studied theology and debated religion. Hear insightful details about the elegant ceiling, adorned with stone carvings and geometric patterns.