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The inside of Divinity School, University of Oxford, displaying its intricate faux-fan vault ceiling. The inside of Divinity School, University of Oxford, displaying its intricate faux-fan vault ceiling.

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The Radcliffe Camera, Oxford, in evening light, with the University Church in the background

Private Oxford University & City Tour

The private version of my Oxford University & City Tour. Bespoke, expertly created, and completely unforgettable: experience the world’s greatest university on your terms – led by Rory, recent graduate of the University of Oxford (BA Philosophy and Theology, 2020-2023).

You’ll discover a thousand years of history and tradition, learn from first-hand experience what it’s like to be an Oxford University Student, and visit some of the most incredible architecture in the world. But how we do that is up to you. You can leave the route up to me, and I’ll tailor it to your specific interests; or you can add extra stops, visit a different part of the city, or – well – anything you like!

For even relatively small groups, a private tour may work out cheaper than buying individual tickets to the shared tour – so please do enquire to find the best option for you.
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The Radcliffe Camera, Oxford, in evening light, with the University Church in the background

Private Oxford University & City Tour

The private version of my Oxford University & City Tour. Bespoke, expertly created, and completely unforgettable: experience the world’s greatest university on your terms – led by Rory, recent graduate of the University of Oxford (BA Philosophy and Theology, 2020-2023).

You’ll discover a thousand years of history and tradition, learn from first-hand experience what it’s like to be an Oxford University Student, and visit some of the most incredible architecture in the world. But how we do that is up to you. You can leave the route up to me, and I’ll tailor it to your specific interests; or you can add extra stops, visit a different part of the city, or – well – anything you like!

For even relatively small groups, a private tour may work out cheaper than buying individual tickets to the shared tour – so please do enquire to find the best option for you.
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The cloister of New College, Oxford.

Private Harry Potter Oxford Tour

Step inside the real-life Hogwarts and experience the magic of Harry Potter for yourself, on a tour of Oxford like no other. You’ll visit the locations where the movies were filmed, and see the incredible places that inspired the books in the first place. We’ll walk the corridors of Hogwarts in the New College cloisters, take our places at the Yule Ball in the Divinity School, and steal a peak of the Hogwarts Library at the Bodleian.

At the same time, you’ll discover what it’s like to study at the real-life Hogwarts, Oxford University, and see the most beautiful buildings the city has to offer. This tour includes entry into New College and the Divinity School – giving you a rare chance to go inside University buildings, and find out how they work for yourself.

As well as being perfect for all Harry Potter lovers, this tour is an excellent option for families who want to visit the University of Oxford in a way that’s just as exciting for their little witches and wizards.
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The cloister of New College, Oxford.

Private Oxford University & City Tour

Step inside the real-life Hogwarts and experience the magic of Harry Potter for yourself, on a tour of Oxford like no other. You’ll visit the locations where the movies were filmed, and see the incredible places that inspired the books in the first place. We’ll walk the corridors of Hogwarts in the New College cloisters, take our places at the Yule Ball in the Divinity School, and steal a peak of the Hogwarts Library at the Bodleian.

At the same time, you’ll discover what it’s like to study at the real-life Hogwarts, Oxford University, and see the most beautiful buildings the city has to offer. This tour includes entry into New College and the Divinity School – giving you a rare chance to go inside University buildings, and find out how they work for yourself.

As well as being perfect for all Harry Potter lovers, this tour is an excellent option for families who want to visit the University of Oxford in a way that’s just as exciting for their little witches and wizards.
St. Mary's Passage, Oxford, resembling the passageway into C. S. Lewis' Narnia. The Radcliffe Camera is in the background.

Private C. S. Lewis & Tolkien Oxford Tour

Be transported through the real passageway into Narnia, have a drink in Lewis and Tolkien’s favourite spot, and explore the colleges that they called home: a C. S. Lewis and Tolkien Tour is the perfect way for all true inklings to visit Oxford. Alongside visiting the inspirations behind your favourite works, you’ll see the places where they were created.

See the table on which Lord of the Rings was written at Merton College, go inside Magdalen College, where Lewis was a fellow and the Inklings came to be, and visit Divinity School, the building Lewis considered the most beautiful in England. At the same time, you’ll learn all about the City and University that cultivated these authors, led by an expert guide and graduate of the University of Oxford.

This tour is particularly customisable – options include expanding the tour to include Oxford literature more widely, or Harry Potter filming locations, or combining it with a tour of Oxford’s Christian History. Please enquire for more details.
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St. Mary's Passage, Oxford, resembling the passageway into C. S. Lewis' Narnia. The Radcliffe Camera is in the background.

Private C. S. Lewis & Tolkien Oxford Tour

Be transported through the real passageway into Narnia, have a drink in Lewis and Tolkien’s favourite spot, and explore the colleges that they called home: a C. S. Lewis and Tolkien Tour is the perfect way for all true inklings to visit Oxford. Alongside visiting the inspirations behind your favourite works, you’ll see the places where they were created.

See the table on which Lord of the Rings was written at Merton College, go inside Magdalen College, where Lewis was a fellow and the Inklings came to be, and visit Divinity School, the building Lewis considered the most beautiful in England. At the same time, you’ll learn all about the City and University that cultivated these authors, led by an expert guide and graduate of the University of Oxford.

This tour is particularly customisable – options include expanding the tour to include Oxford literature more widely, or Harry Potter filming locations, or combining it with a tour of Oxford’s Christian History. Please enquire for more details. .
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The exterior of Merton College Chapel, Oxford.

Private Christian History Oxford Tour

Walk in the footsteps of the greats on this incredible tour of Oxford’s Christian heritage. As a recent theology graduate from the University of Oxford (BA Philosophy and Theology, 2020-2023), Rory is the perfect guide to the thousand-year story of Christianity in Oxford.

On this tour, you’ll visit the sites of some of Western Christianity’s most turbulent moments, explore the incredible places in which Theology has been taught over the last thousand years, and see some of the most breathtaking church architecture in England. You’ll also find out what it’s like to study Theology today at the University of Oxford, and discover the fascinating history behind the University’s development.

Topics include: Reform and Reformation; the Wesley Brothers; Newman, Catholicism, and the Oxford Movement; and Tolkien, C. S. Lewis, and the Inklings. Tours can be made to focus on one, several, or all of these topics. Please enquire for sample itineraries for any of these options.
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The exterior of Merton College Chapel, Oxford.

Private Christian History Oxford Tour

Walk in the footsteps of the greats on this incredible tour of Oxford’s Christian heritage. As a recent theology graduate from the University of Oxford (BA Philosophy and Theology, 2020-2023), Rory is the perfect guide to the thousand-year story of Christianity in Oxford.

On this tour, you’ll visit the sites of some of Western Christianity’s most turbulent moments, explore the incredible places in which Theology has been taught over the last thousand years, and see some of the most breathtaking church architecture in England. You’ll also find out what it’s like to study Theology today at the University of Oxford, and discover the fascinating history behind the University’s development.

Topics include: Reform and Reformation; the Wesley Brothers; Newman, Catholicism, and the Oxford Movement; and Tolkien, C. S. Lewis, and the Inklings. Tours can be made to focus on one, several, or all of these topics. Please enquire for sample itineraries for any of these options.
A door in Schools Quadrangle, Bodleian Library, Oxford, reading 'SCHOLA GEOMETRIA ET ARITHMETICAE'.

Private Prospective Oxford Student Tour

This is your chance to see the University of Oxford for yourself, led by Rory, a recent graduate (BA Philosophy and Theology, 2020-2023).

On a private tour, you’ll have my undivided attention. As we see the sights of Oxford, you’ll have full access to my first-hand experience of Oxford life and applying to the University. You’ll learn how the admission process works, and I’ll share my best insider tips to make your application the best it possibly can be. There’ll be plenty of time for questions as we go, and the tour can be customised to your individual needs and preferences.

The tour itinerary normally follows that of my Oxford University & City Tour, but I am more than happy to prepare custom routes.

If you are interested in a tour with a student of a particular subject, please get in touch, as this can often be arranged.
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A door in Schools Quadrangle, Bodleian Library, Oxford, reading 'SCHOLA GEOMETRIA ET ARITHMETICAE'.

Private Prospective Oxford Student Tour

This is your chance to see the University of Oxford for yourself, led by Rory, a recent graduate (BA Philosophy and Theology, 2020-2023).

On a private tour, you’ll have my undivided attention. As we see the sights of Oxford, you’ll have full access to my first-hand experience of Oxford life and applying to the University. You’ll learn how the admission process works, and I’ll share my best insider tips to make your application the best it possibly can be. There’ll be plenty of time for questions as we go, and the tour can be customised to your individual needs and preferences.

The tour itinerary normally follows that of my Oxford University & City Tour, but I am more than happy to prepare custom routes.

If you are interested in a tour with a student of a particular subject, please get in touch, as this can often be arranged.
Hi, it's Rory.
BA Philosophy and Theology student, University of Oxford (2020-2023).

I’ve just finished my degree at the University of Oxford, and I’d love to show you around. Having led hundreds of people from all over the world on unforgettable Oxford walking tours, I know how to make your trip the best it possibly can be. It would be great to hear from you; if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.

email: roryinoxford@gmail.com
phone: (+44) 07425 614378
or click here to open a contact form

Rory, who would be your Oxford tour guide, wearing a hat. The photo is framed.
Hi, it's Rory.
BA Philosophy and Theology student, University of Oxford (2020-2023).

I’ve just finished my degree at the University of Oxford, and I’d love to show you around. Having led hundreds of people from all over the world on unforgettable Oxford walking tours, I know how to make your trip the best it possibly can be. It would be great to hear from you; if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.

email: roryinoxford@gmail.com
phone: (+44) 07425 614378
or click here to open a contact form Rory, who would be your Oxford tour guide, wearing a hat. The photo is framed.
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