Oxford Harry Potter Insights entry to Divinity School PUBLIC Tour
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About this experience
How does studying at Oxford University compare with studying at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Fun tour for Muggles of all ages. Guide will cater tour according to everyone's interests, introducing also Oxford heritage. Join tour to find out why we have over 1,000 reviews recommending this tour online!
Calling all fans of the world’s favourite wizard, this Oxford walking tour takes you to recognizable locations of the Harry Potter films. During this family-friendly tour, see the grand buildings of Oxford University and see inside the Divinity School—which featured as the infirmary & classroom space in Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Learn of other literary legends that attended Oxford University.
Tour includes entry worth £3 per person inside the Divinity school at the Bodleian Library. Tour lasts average 90-120 minutes.
Notice: on dates when Divinity school is closed - see closures notices under What's not Included section- we instead visit New college.
Available options
2025 prices
What's included
On any dates when Divinity school closed, we'll offer entry inside New college but at extra £10 cost
See inside the Divinity school film site at Bodleian library + see many super sights from outside
Please see the section titled 'Additional Information' or 'Voucher Details' for info on any and all dates on which due to partial or full closures of film sites venues that are known at this time.
Detailed itinerary
1
Stop 1
See inside Divinity School film site at Bodleian Library- worth £2.50 entry fee included in your ticket.
NB we do NOT visit inside the medieval library as it does not anyway permit private guiding inside. If you do wish to see inside Duke Humfreys library, then you can book tickets for that directly from the Bodleian website but they only permit entry to children aged 12+ or adults.
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Stop 2
Pass by
We also see and describe many stories about Oxford university and student life and we pass by and introduce most of the famous sights of Oxford during the tour eg Radcliffe Camera, University Church, Bridge of Sighs and multiple colleges of the university.
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Stop 3
Pass by
We also see and describe many stories about Oxford university and student life and we pass by and introduce most of the famous sights of Oxford during the tour eg Radcliffe Camera, University Church, Bridge of Sighs and multiple colleges of the university.
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Stop 4
This is one of multiple famous Oxford sights or colleges which we pass by and introduce on tours
5
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. We introduce stories about the making of the Goblet of Fire, filmed at New college. If you wish to visit New college after our tour ends, you can visit New college until 4.30pm. It's open every day except in winter, it's closed on Mondays.
Notice: on any dates that Divinity school is closed, we instead replace it with entry to visit New college which is worth £8 entry fee.
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We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one. The alleyway to this old pub looks like Knockturn alleyway! The pub also is known as Oxford's Three Broomsticks. Indeed Robbie Coltrane, Hagrid, and his friends used to drink here, when they were filming.
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Stop 7
Pass by
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
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Stop 8
Pass by
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
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We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This college is where JK Rowling applied to study at Oxford!
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We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This is Tolkien's college and it is also connected to JK Rowling too.
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We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
12
Stop 12
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. We check out the Hogwarts cakes inside the market.
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We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This college is where the writer of, 'Dr Seuss' studied.
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We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
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Stop 15
We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route.
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We briefly introduce a range of colleges or sightseeing spots such as this one, on our route. This church is where CS Lewis preached and we will look for Mr Tumnis outside it!
What's not included
This tour does NOT include entry to Christ church- we run that as a separate tour from July 5th.
On dates when Divinity school closed, tour running instead to New college at extra £10 per person
Please see notice of 2025 Divinity school closures below...
Divinity school closed on September 23, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 of 2025
Divinity school closed on October 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 12, 18, 24, 27 of 2025
Divinity school closed on November 7, 8, 14, 15, 18, 19 of 2025
Available languages
Guide guide
EN
Reviews breakdown
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Important information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 5 minutes early for your tour at our meeting point.
REFUNDS or RESCHEDULE REQUESTS Given with at least 24 hours notice before tour starts
Meeting point
Meet your guide wearing red lanyard and/or Hogwarts gown by our red sign, OUTSIDE Oxford Tourist Info centre, 15 Broad Street, OX1 3AS.
Important notes
Tour lasts 90 minutes and includes entry to the Divinity school film site at the Bodleian library. You also have the option on the day to choose to extend your short tour into a longer two hours tour which includes £8 entry fee to New college film site but you will need to pay the guide extra £10 cash per person on the day, to choose that.
We do NOT visit Christchurch on this tour - we run that as a separate tour which is also published here on Viator.
Please arrive 5 minutes early for your tour at our meeting point. If you arrive more than 5 minutes later than the scheduled tour, then you will likely forfeit and lose your booking as it interrupts the guide and other customers, if we are trying to find you after a guide has started and left the meeting point.
Please note that all the film sites are private venues. Thus, while we do always plan to avoid disappointments by checking ahead for published closures, occasionally venues may close without notice. If we can't provide access to film site locations on a specific date, you will either be offered the tour at a revised start time or adjacent date or refunded in full or upon your agreement, you may be booked onto a different tour that is available
Although we do always enter the Divinity school of the Bodleian library (unless it is closed to public for special occasions), please note the tour does not visit inside the medieval library upstairs. In fact, no tour operators -local or otherwise- are permitted to take tours into the actual library, since it is a working copyright library.
On any day that the Divinity School film site is closed, we will try to find alternative colleges for you to visit too.
On any date that New college publishes a closure after you have already pre- booked the New college tour with us, then we will update you to offer you either to reschedule date and or time or to offer you a full refund.
Please see 'Exclusions' section for details of dates of any known published closures.
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University of Oxford
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Bodleian Library
One of the oldest libraries in Europe, the Bodleian Library is a stunning example of architectural grandeur and historical significance.
Historical/Cultural
1 to 2 hours
Free (some exhibitions may have a fee)
Ashmolean Museum
The Ashmolean Museum is the UK's oldest public museum, housing an extensive collection of art and antiquities from around the world.
Museum
1 to 3 hours
Free (some special exhibitions may have a fee)
Christ Church College
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1 to 2 hours
£12 for a guided tour
Oxford Botanic Garden
The oldest botanic garden in the UK, Oxford Botanic Garden is a beautiful and peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.
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1 to 2 hours
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Must-Try Local Dishes
Oxfordshire Sausages
Made from locally sourced pork and seasoned with herbs, these sausages are a staple of Oxfordshire cuisine.
Main Course
Contains pork, not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.
Punting Lunch
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Lunch
Various options available, including vegetarian and vegan choices.
Oxfordshire Cheese
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Contains dairy, not suitable for vegans.
Popular Activities
Punting on the River Cherwell
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Best Time to Visit
June to August
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- English: Widely spoken
Currency
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Time Zone
GMT (UTC+0) or BST (UTC+1) during daylight saving time
Electricity
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Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe
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Important Precautions:
- • Keep valuables secure and out of sight.
- • Be cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas.
- • Use licensed taxis or ride-sharing apps.
Getting there
By air
- London Heathrow Airport • 60 miles (97 km)
- London Luton Airport • 50 miles (80 km)
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Oxford Railway Station
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Oxford Bus Station
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Blenheim Palace
8 miles (13 km) • Half day to full day
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The Cotswolds
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Stratford-upon-Avon
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Festivals
Oxford Literary Festival • March
Oxfordshire Artweeks • May and June
Oxford Pride • September
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- Visit the Bodleian Library and other historic sites early in the morning to avoid crowds.
- Book guided tours of Oxford's colleges in advance, especially during peak season.
- Explore the city's vibrant food scene by visiting local markets and independent restaurants.
- Take a punting tour on the River Cherwell for a unique and relaxing experience.
- Use the park-and-ride facilities to avoid traffic and parking challenges in the city center.
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