Shared | Harry Potter Film Locations Walking Tour

4.7
(93 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Enjoy a 90-minute walking tour through the magical world of Harry Potter, right here in Oxford. Led by a University of Oxford alumnus or current student, this tour is perfect for fans who want to follow in the footsteps of their favourite characters.

You’ll visit the bookshop where J.K. Rowling first presented her books, see where Emma Watson not only acted but also studied, and pass by familiar faces like Nearly Headless Nick. You'll recognise the arches and gothic pinnacles seen in the films — some around the famous Divinity School, others hidden in plain sight throughout the city.

The highlight of the tour is a visit to New College, one of Oxford’s most beautiful colleges, where you’ll find the very tree under which Draco Malfoy was turned into a ferret. From quiet cloisters to scenes straight out of the wizarding world, this is a must for anyone who’s ever dreamed of Hogwarts.

What's Included

Learn about J.K Rowling’s relationship with Oxford
Oxford University Student or Graduate Guide
Discover how many other films have used Oxford as their setting
Learn about key cast members who were brought up in the city
Entry to New College
Learn about the Oxford locations of the Harry Potter films
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Important: meet the guide OUTSIDE the address, not inside. The location is not part of our business. The meeting point is the RED PILLAR MAILBOX in front of 11 Broad Street. Your guide wears a royal blue item of clothing with a heraldic shield—this may be a jacket, cap, beanie, scarf, or polo shirt.

End point

The tour will end nearby New College and Christ Church College

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Important: meet the guide OUTSIDE the address, not inside. The location is not part of our business. The meeting point is the RED PILLAR MAILBOX in front of 11 Broad Street. Your guide wears a royal blue item of clothing with a heraldic shield—this may be a jacket, cap, beanie, scarf, or polo shirt.

    Admission ticket free
  • Oxford (Pass by)

    Learn about the connections the movie industry has to the University of Oxford and which actors have grown up in the city. You may be surprised quite how many iconic scenes and Hollywood actors have connections here!

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Balliol College

    Get an introduction to the University of Oxford, and understand how closely linked Harry Potter is to both the university and the city as a whole

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Bodleian Library

    Outside a library with a long history, see the likely inspiration for Nearly Headless Nick, everyone’s favourite ghost! Also hear about the scenes shot inside and around the Bodleian, both for Harry Potter and other Hollywood films.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    A site which has featured in multiple famous movies, the Radcliffe Square is surrounded by historic buildings and is very much at the heart of the city.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    New College

    Enter New College, one of the most iconic film sites for the Harry Potter films. A certain ferret gymnastics display took place in the cloisters here!

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Oxford Alumni Tours

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Movie Tours
Walking Tours
TV Tours
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Harry Potter Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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