Walk through Oxford’s iconic Harry Potter filming spots with expert alumni guides. Discover the real stories behind the scenes and capture remarkable photos in this immersive 1.5-hour city tour.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly flat walking with some uneven surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Oxford University, founded in the 12th century, is England’s oldest university and a prime filming site for many major motion pictures besides Harry Potter.
Conservation
Alumni Tours emphasizes walking tours to minimize environmental impact and supports local businesses to promote sustainable tourism.
Alumni Tours
Walk through Oxford’s iconic Harry Potter filming spots with expert alumni guides. Discover the real stories behind the scenes and capture remarkable photos in this immersive 1.5-hour city tour.
Alumni Tours is a guided-tour provider based in Oxford, England, offering curated walking and punting experiences across Oxford and Cambridge. The company specialises in tours led by current students and university alumni, delivering firsthand insights into college life, architecture, literature and local traditions. Tours include private and shared options, family-friendly punt trips, extended punting, ghost walks, and themed walks such as Harry Potter film location tours.
Guides draw on lived experience at their universities to highlight iconic sites — from King’s College, the Mathematical Bridge and the Corpus Clock in Cambridge to Christ Church Meadows, the Botanic Gardens and the Narnia lamp-post in Oxford. Several experiences include on-board or on-route photography options and the private punting tour accommodates up to twelve guests for family celebrations or small groups. Multilingual options are offered for Spanish and Mandarin speakers on select shared and private tours.
Alumni Tours is featured on The Adventure Collective, where its experiences are presented to travellers seeking authentic, student-led perspectives. Booking options are clearly listed for private or shared departures, and many itineraries can be customised to focus on architecture, literary history, university life or cinematic connections. The provider operates from Oxford and runs tours across both university cities, emphasising knowledgeable local guides and immersive storytelling for visitors of all ages.
Tours Offered
29 experiences
Variety of Oxford and Cambridge tours
Base Location
Oxford, England
Operating from Oxford across both cities
Guides
Student & alumni
Local university-led storytelling
Languages
English, Spanish, Mandarin
Multilingual shared and private tours
Choose Oxford or Cambridge tours led by student guides, select private or shared departures, and secure photography or multilingual options when available.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking on uneven cobblestone streets; sturdy footwear will keep you comfortable.
Bring a camera or smartphone
There are plenty of photo opportunities at historic and cinematic locations along the route.
Arrive early to secure your spot
Tours can fill up quickly, especially during peak tourist seasons and weekends.
Check weather forecast beforehand
The tour takes place outdoors; bringing a waterproof jacket is advisable in case of rain.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects your feet on historic cobbled streets.
Waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry during common rain showers in Oxford.
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Camera or smartphone
Capture memorable shots of iconic locations.
Light backpack
Carry essentials like water, maps, and snacks comfortably.