Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide
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Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide is a 1.5-hour experience in Oxford, United Kingdom, from $136 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $136 per person
This tour lasting up to 2 hours can cater to your interests made known to us, when you book or when you meet us. For example, it can be more general tour focused on the city and university heritage or we can deliver a tour with special focus for Harry Potter fans, on the inspirations of JK Rowling and why she persuaded Warner Bros, to film the moves of Harry Potter in Oxford. The tour includes the cost of entry up to £3 per person to visit inside one of the colleges of the university or inside Divinity school Hogwarts infirmary film site at the Bodleian library. Any venues costing more, will cost extra. We are a team of currently just over 25 guides & we each lead our own specialist themed tours and we each speak different respective languages. Some of us are students or alumni of Oxford university. There are many tour companies in Oxford but since 2011, we have excelled with hundreds of 5 star reviews, by offering mostly niche tours in small personalised groups and private tours.
What you get
About this experience
This tour lasting up to 2 hours can cater to your interests made known to us, when you book or when you meet us. For example, it can be more general tour focused on the city and university heritage or we can deliver a tour with special focus for Harry Potter fans, on the inspirations of JK Rowling and why she persuaded Warner Bros, to film the moves of Harry Potter in Oxford. The tour includes the cost of entry up to £3 per person to visit inside one of the colleges of the university or inside Divinity school Hogwarts infirmary film site at the Bodleian library. Any venues costing more, will cost extra. We are a team of currently just over 25 guides & we each lead our own specialist themed tours and we each speak different respective languages. Some of us are students or alumni of Oxford university. There are many tour companies in Oxford but since 2011, we have excelled with hundreds of 5 star reviews, by offering mostly niche tours in small personalised groups and private tours.
What's included
Included
- Entry inside either the Divinity school or at least one college is included up to £4 per person
- We pay for the cost to enter one venue - St Johns or Balliol or Exeter or Oriel or Divinity school
Not included
- Any college which costs over £4 per person is not included but option to pay extra on the day
- Duke Humfreys Bodleian library is never open to private tours or guides or to children!
- Christ church is never included in this tour- we run it as its own tour advertised on here
- Divinity school or colleges may be closed on following graduation dates...
- Known 2026 closure dates of the Hogwarts Divinity school film site includes....
- 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
Oxford
The tour introduces Oxford city and history events and heritage but also the university and its colleges, which each have their own unique traditions and famous alumni. For anyone who also has a young person who is considering whether to apply to study at Oxford university, we can also give advice on that.
Pass by without stopping
Bodleian Library
The only way to see inside Duke Humfreys library at the Bodleian library, is if you book onto the library's own guided tours via the Bodleian website. We do however introduce the history behind the library, from the outside. Plus for those of you, who are Harry Potter fans, the opportunity exists to either ask us to pay for you to enter inside the Divinity school or inside one of the colleges.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Bridge of Sighs
We introduce this famous sight and others, in passing.
Pass by without stopping
Radcliffe Camera
We introduce this famous sight and others, in passing.
Pass by without stopping
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
We introduce this famous sight and others, in passing. Opportunity exists to go inside too, if you wish to. It is free entry.
5 minutes here · Admission included
The Turf
We introduce this famous sight and others, in passing.
Pass by without stopping
Balliol College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. We usually visit Balliol, especially on morning tours.
15 minutes here · Admission included
St John's College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. This college is free entry.
15 minutes here
All Souls College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. This college is free entry but only open limited days in the year.
5 minutes here
Oriel College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. This college is only open limited days in the year.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Wadham College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. We sometimes may visit this college eg on dates, when Balliol is closed.
10 minutes here · Admission included
St Edmund Hall
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. This college is free entry but only open limited days in the year.
10 minutes here
New College
We only enter New college on this tour, if you are a big fan of Harry Potter and want to see the film site here from the Goblet of Fire. However, it takes maybe 40 minutes to visit and it costs £8 entry fee, so its entry is not covered as part of our tour.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Trinity College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Brasenose College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. This college is never open to the public!
Pass by without stopping
Hertford College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. This college is never open to the public.
Pass by without stopping
Lincoln College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. This college is never open to the public
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Jesus College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. This college is seldom open and costs £3 entry
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Exeter College
We introduce each college in passing but this tour also covers the entry fee up to max £3 per person, to see inside one of the university colleges. Which college, we will see inside will depend on what's open that day and time of your tour plus your interests as made known to us. This college is £3 to enter and it has limited dates open in the year. Sometimes we visit this tour.
15 minutes here · Admission included
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 the tour ends in city centre, we will give you directions and a free map too and help point the way to where you need to get to. Oxford is a very compact city.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- fr
- 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Almost 100% of people who miss the tour because they arrive too late, miss it because they try to drive into Oxford traffic and to try to find the extremely limited car parking spaces. Please just don't drive into the city centre at all- there are park and ride signposted car parks on the city limits, which connect with the buses.
- If you plan to drive here from London, I suggest minimum 3 hours+. The train from London Paddington to Oxford takes one hour and costs maybe £40 return. I strongly recommend the train, rather than driving.
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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
- $136 to $200
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Visit Oxford Tours, who run 31 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.2.
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Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oxford.
How much does Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide cost?
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Prices start at $136 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 Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide 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 Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide?
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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 Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide 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 Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide?
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Around 0 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 Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide?
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Included: Entry inside either the Divinity school or at least one college is included up to £4 per p; and We pay for the cost to enter one venue - St Johns or Balliol or Exeter or Oriel or Divinit. Not included: Any college which costs over £4 per person is not included but option to pay extra on the; Duke Humfreys Bodleian library is never open to private tours or guides or to children!; Christ church is never included in this tour- we run it as its own tour advertised on here; and Divinity school or colleges may be closed on following graduation dates... Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide?
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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 is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide offered in?
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It runs in French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Walking Tour in Oxford with a French Speaking Guide if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Oxford. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
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