Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour
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Is Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour worth booking?
Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Oxford, United Kingdom, from $50 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 16 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (16)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $50 per person
As this is a private group tour, you have ample opportunities to investigate the Dark Arts and to identify where to source a magic potion, while testing your knowledge of all things Potter with your half blood private gu
What you get
- Entry inside Divinity School film site at Bodleian library- worth £3 per person, as & when open
About this experience
As this is a private group tour, you have ample opportunities to investigate the Dark Arts and to identify where to source a magic potion, while testing your knowledge of all things Potter with your half blood private guide. How does studying at Oxford University compare with studying at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? A fun tour for Muggles of all ages, the guide will cater the tour according to everyone's interests so it is also a tour that is fun for adults who happen to be interested in learning about Oxford University heritage. Ponder how studying at Oxford University compares to being a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and learn a bit about Oxford's history. Entry worth £3 per person the Divinity school is included in ticket. Tour duration is 90-120 minutes. Please see section for dates of any closures. Notice: Requests for any tours in a foreign language must be sent to us at least 2 days in advance! Please see closures under Exclusions
What's included
Included
- Entry inside Divinity School film site at Bodleian library- worth £3 per person, as & when open
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
- Requests for tours in foreign languages must be sent at least 2 days in advance!
- Entry inside Duke Humfreys medieval library at the Bodleian is NOT INCLUDED & no guides may enter it
- Divinity school is closed in 2026 on graduation or private hire date dates below in 2025...
- Sep 10 + 14+ 15+ 16 + 17+ 20+ 21+ 22+ 23+ 24+ 25 + 26, Nov 6 + 7 +13 + 14 of 2026
- Divinity school will be closed in 2027 on the following dates below...
- Jan 23 , Feb 27, March 6, May 14 +15 +22 of 2027
What you'll see and do
Bodleian Library
Entry worth £2.50 per person is included to the Divinity school film site at the Bodleian. This is where they filmed the infirmary & dance scenes. The medieval library upstairs is never open to guides. If you wish to also visit Duke Humfreys medieval library at the Bodleian library, then you will need to purchase that instead from the Bodleian library website and they only only permit entry to adults or children aged over 11. There is no age limit to enter the Divinity school film site and we carry gowns for you to wear for photos!
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Radcliffe Camera
We pass by this famous sight
5 minutes here
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
Entry is free but currently the church only permits entry if very small sized groups.
5 minutes here
Bridge of Sighs
This is one of several famous sights included on all our tours. It features in several movies eg X men, The Mummy etc!
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Sheldonian Theatre
This is one of several famous sights included on all our tours.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
New College
We also introduce what was filmed at New college too - for example, this is where Malfoy gets turned into a ferret! This tour does not include entry to New college which costs £8 entry fee currently. However, you may ask the guide, if it's possible to pay yourselves for the cost to enter on the day to the college and thus to enter there during the tour too. Alternatively, we finish outside New college and you can visit there after the tour. On any dates when Divinity school is closed, we replace entry in fact with entry to New college.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
The Turf
This tavern pub looks really like the Three Broomsticks pub and no wonder, as this is where Hagrid and friends used to drink, when they were filming next door.
5 minutes here
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you.
5 minutes here
Oxford Covered Market
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you. We go in search of the Harry Potter chocolate cakes here!
10 minutes here
Wadham College
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you. This is the college, which JK Rowling applied to study at.
Pass by without stopping
Exeter College
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you. This college is where Tolkien studied and it's also connected with JK Rowling!
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Lincoln College
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you. This college is where the writer of, 'Dr Seuss', was a student!
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Jesus College
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you. This college is where....Jesus studied at Oxford!!
Pass by without stopping
Balliol College
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you. This college is connected to Adam Smith and to Jane Austen's family!
Pass by without stopping
Trinity College
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you.
Pass by without stopping
Hertford College
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you.
Pass by without stopping
Brasenose College
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you. This college is where a famous Slytherin called David Cameron studied...before he was sent to Azkaban!
Pass by without stopping
All Souls College
We stop by this sight or college to introduce stories or to take photos, as suits you.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oxford
Meet your guide wearing red lanyard and or Hogwarts gown. Meeting next to our black sign, OUTSIDE Oxford Tourist info centre, 15 Broad street, OX1 3AS. This is also next to the Oxfam shop which has a green sign above its shop.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends near the start point on the corner of Broad street and the guides will give you a free Oxford map and directions to where you need to go next.
Options you can book
Private group English
English tour
Foreign language tour request
Foreign language tour: Minimum 4 tickets and minimum 2 days notice please to book a tour in any other language than English.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ru, cmn, uk, en, it, fr, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Visit Oxford Tours
Know before you go
- 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 ON TIME:
- 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.
- INFO FOR DRIVERS AND PARKING:
- If you are driving, then please allow extra 30-60 minutes over whatever time you think it will take you to get here. Oxford is NOT car friendly and it is congested roads and hard to find parking spaces....unless you park at the sign posted 'park and rides' on edge of town on any major road into the city and hop on their buses into city centre. The park and ride buses leave every 15 or every 30 minutes and take anything from 10 min to 30 min (depending on traffic) to reach city centre. So if you are going to drive, then please assume you should be aiming to park your car about one hour before your tour starts.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
16 verified traveler reviews for Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Potter hour!
It's an entertaining and informative hour and thirty minutes in Oxford, where not only can you recap on Harry Potter memories with a knowledgeable guide, but you can also learn so much more on the history of Oxford University and its famous students.
Response from the operator: Hi Malcom, Thanks for recommending the tour.
via Viator
What a great way to see...
What a great way to see Oxford and hear about some of the back stories! Alistair is suitably eccentric and knowledgable :D
Response from the operator: Many thanks!
via Viator
Interactive, engaging, and utterly brilliant – the best Harry Potter tour in Oxford!
My daughter and I recently took the Harry Potter tour with Visit Oxford Tours, guided by the wonderful Michiel – and what a fantastic experience it was. Michiel struck the perfect balance between leading the tour and making it feel personal. He took the time to ask about our specific interests, which allowed him to tailor parts of the commentary to what we were most excited about. It made the whole experience feel thoughtful and bespoke, rather than a one-size-fits-all script. His knowledge was impressive, his storytelling captivating, and his warmth and gentle humour made the tour feel friendly and relaxed. We learned so much about how Oxford inspired the world of Harry Potter – from the real-life locations that became Hogwarts settings to the fascinating stories and little-known details that bring the magic to life. It was packed with interesting insights we’d never have discovered on our own, all delivered in a way that kept us engaged from start to finish. I actually did a Harry Potter tour in Oxford about five years ago with a different company, and I can say with complete confidence: this one was incomparable. Michiel’s tour was far more engaging, informative, and enjoyable by a long stretch. If you’re deciding between tour companies, don’t hesitate – book with Visit Oxford Tours. They offer a range of other tours as well, and I’m already planning to come back for the Inklings tour on my next visit – Tolkien, Lewis, and all that literary magic? Absolutely. All in all, it was a truly wonderful day out. If you want a tour that’s knowledgeable, tailored, and genuinely enjoyable, this is the one. Five stars and a hearty recommendation from us!
Response from the operator: Hi Chrissy, Thanks for such a detailed recommendation!
via Viator
Very interesting and fun...
Very interesting and fun tour. Really beautiful city! The guide answered any questions the group had. Would recommend the tour to anyone.
Response from the operator: Hi Billy, Thanks for your recommendation.
via Viator
Brilliant tour with...
Brilliant tour with Alasdair, who exuded charisma and brought Hogwarts to Oxford in a way I doubt even Rowling herself could have imagined!
Response from the operator: Hi Bill, Thanks for choosing our tour.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $150
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oxford.
How much does Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Oxford usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Oxford is not rushed.
Is Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 16 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Oxford, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Oxford can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Oxford and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Harry Potter in Oxford Tour Divinity School entry Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Oxford within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Oxford?
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On Outty we rank every Oxford experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon, Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide, Oxford Official University & City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Oxford?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Oxford?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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