Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily
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Is Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily worth booking?
Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily is a 1.8-hour experience in Oxford, United Kingdom, from $25 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 24 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (24)
- Duration
- 1.8 hours
- From
- $25 per person
See Inspector Morse's Oxford as well as Lewis and Endeavour filming locations on this approximately 2-hour private Oxford walking tour, as you explore the making of this famous character and the TV series. Gain insights
What you get
- Entry included to either Wadham, Exeter college, Balliol college or St Johns college worth £3 person
About this experience
See Inspector Morse's Oxford as well as Lewis and Endeavour filming locations on this approximately 2-hour private Oxford walking tour, as you explore the making of this famous character and the TV series. Gain insights into not just the detective but also what life is like to study and work at Oxford university, as you see some of the most famous Oxford sights. Tour includes entry inside either Wadham, St Johns, Exeter or Balliol college- presuming at least one of these colleges is open. Our primary guide, Tom, averages a 5 star review from 50% of all his clients who book this tour, as Tom has an incredible knowledge and passion for the subject.
What's included
Included
- Entry included to either Wadham, Exeter college, Balliol college or St Johns college worth £3 person
Not included
- NOTICE: on graduation dates or xmas dates we cannot always guarantee if venues may announce closures
- Christmas Closures: colleges usually close from about Dec 21 to January 2
- We cannot always guarantee entry to a college on graduation dates. 2026 graduations include....
- Feb 28, March 7, May 15+ 16+ 23, July 18+ 28+ 31, Aug 1 + 8, Sep 25+ 26, Nov 6 + 7 + 13 + 14 of 2026
What you'll see and do
Exeter College
Exeter college is open 2pm to 5pm. So long as it is open the by default, we visit inside this college as it is especially associated with scenes from TV episodes of Inspector Morse and Lewis. Entry is paid for and is worth £3 per person. Exeter is currently closed until June 2024 though.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Bodleian Library
We introduce the Bodleian from the outside. If you may wish to visit inside the Bodleian, then please note the only way to see inside the library, is if you book a Bodleian library tour via the Bodleian website. No guides may guide inside there.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Radcliffe Camera
This is one of multiple famous sights seen on tour route and is one of many Morse film sites too. The venue is not open to the public.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
This is one of multiple famous sights seen on tour route and is one of many Morse film sites too. Sometimes we visit inside here.
5 minutes here
Sheldonian Theatre
This is one of multiple famous sights seen on tour route and is one of many Morse film sites too. The venue is not open to the public.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Bridge of Sighs
This is one of multiple famous sights seen on tour route and is one of many Morse film sites too. The venue is not open to the public.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Oxford Covered Market
Many film sites here. We visit inside. Free entry. Please wear a mask in 2020 to enter!
10 minutes here
St John's College
We usually visit inside this college on most tours but where we will visit, all depends on what happens to be open on the day.
20 minutes here
Trinity College
We pass by and introduce this college and which Morse scenes filmed here too
Pass by without stopping
Brasenose College
We pass by and introduce this college and which Morse scenes filmed here too
Pass by without stopping
Lincoln College
We pass by and introduce this college and which Morse scenes filmed here too. We usually stop at the entrance area for photos to see the quadrangle.
5 minutes here
Jesus College
We pass by and introduce this college and which Morse scenes filmed here too. We usually stop at the entrance area for photos to see the quadrangle.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
All Souls College
We pass by and introduce this college and which Morse scenes filmed here too. We usually stop at the entrance area for photos to see the quad and towers.
5 minutes here
Corpus Christi College
We pass by and introduce this college and which Morse scenes filmed here too. We usually stop at the entrance area for photos to see the quadrangle.
Pass by without stopping
Merton College
We pass by and introduce this college and which Morse scenes filmed here too.
Pass by without stopping
Oriel College
We pass by and introduce this college and which Morse scenes filmed here too. We usually stop at the entrance area for photos to see the quadrangle.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Wadham College
We pass by and introduce this college and which Morse scenes filmed here too. We usually stop at the entrance area for photos to see the quadrangle.
Pass by without stopping
The Turf
We sometimes pass by this or other pubs to mention scenes filmed here
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oxford
Meet your guide wearing red lanyard. 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
Wherever we happen to finish the tour, your guide will assist you with directions to where you need to go to next and we also offer a free Oxford city map too.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- 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 5 minutes prior to start time
- Foreign languages guides may be available, if adequate advance notice given. Please contact local operator via viator, before booking to inquire about options.
- Please note that as the university colleges are private institutions, we can't always guarantee entry to colleges but it is very rare that we cannot get entry into at least 1 or 2 colleges on the tour. Please take note of any advertised university graduation dates mentioned above under section as those dates can have less options of colleges to visit.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $25 to $200
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oxford.
How much does Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily cost?
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Prices start at $25 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 Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily take?
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Plan for about 1.8 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 Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 24 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 Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily?
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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 Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1.8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily?
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Around 8 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 1.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily 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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