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- English
Step beyond the veil of reality and discover the hidden Oxford that birthed the world's greatest fantasy epics. On this whimsical and nostalgic redthread tour, you'll trace the footsteps of Lewis Carroll, J.K. Rowling's cinematic wizards, and Philip Pullman's parallel universes. From a 15th-century sweet shop to the gritty canals of Jericho, we'll reveal how ancient academia, gothic architecture, and overlooked local spaces transformed into Wonderland, Hogwarts, and Lyra's Oxford. Join us to find the magic hiding in plain sight.
- A 3.9 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 120 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Pop Culture & Media Landscapes and Art, Design & Aesthetics
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at Alice's Shop on Saint Aldate's, beside Christ Church in central Oxford.
The tour ends on Canal Street beside the Oxford Canal in Jericho.
Itinerary
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1Alice’s Shop
The 15th-century sweet shop that inspired Lewis Carroll's 'Old Sheep Shop'.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Christ Church
The epicenter of Oxford's fantasy connections, inspiring Hogwarts.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Philip Pullman's alma mater and the inspiration for Jordan College.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
A masterpiece of English Gothic architecture, used as the Hogwarts Hospital Wing.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5New College
Filming location for Harry Potter, famous for the Draco Malfoy ferret scene.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A dense anthropology museum that inspired a key location in His Dark Materials.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The working-class waterways that inspired the Fens in His Dark Materials.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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