The Tours of Oxford private walking tours banner shows the Oxford skyline of multiple colleges visitors can see in the tours. The sky is bright blue and the sandstone spires of the colleges reach into the heavens.
A photo of Chris Peters, the main guide for the private walking Tours of Oxford. In the image Chris is sat smiling and looking at the camera.

Hi! I’m Chris, and welcome to Tours of Oxford. I have known Oxford for over thirty years, including a spell at the University, where I hold a MSc in English Local History from Kellogg College.

In 2018, I set up Tours of Oxford and won a European Luxury Travel Guide Award for Bespoke Tour Operator in Oxford.

Tours of Oxford is now a co-operative of outstanding Oxford Guides – Alumni, published Oxford authors, and local historians – providing first class private tours of Oxford exclusive to you, your family, friends, or colleagues.

See What Previous Walking Tours of Oxford Clients Have to Say About Us

Just returned from UK and Tours of Oxford was one of the highlights of our trip. Tour guide was so very knowledgeable and having lived in Oxford as part of the University could give some great insight into the school. He wanted to know what we were interested in and tailored the tour accordingly. He was on no time schedule and really gave us a wonderful tour of so much of the university. Highly recommend this tour to get a feeling of what Oxford is all about.
Chris was an amazing tour guide. His knowledge of history and the university was incredible, and his personality and passion shine through in every tour he gives.
While we spent 2 hours with him, I think we could have spent days chatting about British history and seeing the sites. He gave us great recommendations for dining and shopping while we were in town as well. This is a 5 star tour company, and Chris was a 5 star guide
Chris was a super guide - good fun, full of information, brought the beauty of Oxford alive with background and context. Thoroughly recommend.
Chris was a mine of information. He explained the origins of Oxford and why it became the leading centre of teaching. We adored our trip around the Bodleian, Trinity and New College - without a guide we would never have found all the treasures. We would all recommend Chris highly!
A statue in front of a big building in Oxford that can be seen from one of the private walking Tours of Oxford with Chris Peters. The sun is shining on the building and the statue stands in the shade in this image.
The hall at University College Oxford where there is a private walking tour taking place. The hall is lined by artwork and paintings.
The Radcliffe Camera as seen from a private walking tour of Oxford with Chris Peters. The building is in the shade with a brilliant blue sky behind it.
Oxford punts under a bridge that can be seen from walking around the city.
An image of Christ Church College Oxford from the front. The building is impressive in stone and the garden at the front has flowers. This can be seen from a private walking Tour of Oxford with Chris Peters.
A statue in front of a big building in Oxford that can be seen from one of the private walking Tours of Oxford with Chris Peters. The sun is shining on the building and the statue stands in the shade in this image.
The hall at University College Oxford where there is a private walking tour taking place. The hall is lined by artwork and paintings.
The Radcliffe Camera as seen from a private walking tour of Oxford with Chris Peters. The building is in the shade with a brilliant blue sky behind it.
Oxford punts under a bridge that can be seen from walking around the city.
An image of Christ Church College Oxford from the front. The building is impressive in stone and the garden at the front has flowers. This can be seen from a private walking Tour of Oxford with Chris Peters.

Tours of Oxford

***** Five Star Guides *****

Fun, informative, informal expert guides, sharing with you our enthusiasm and deep personal affection for the City and University.

        ***** Five Star Recommendations *****

Tours of Oxford is the Number One recommended walking tour of Oxford as chosen by ALL our many reviewers. 

All Inclusive

All Tours are Inclusive of college and University entrance charges, as applicable.

Book Direct on-line and save money

You can book our flagship tour Let’s Explore Oxford directly with us and save 15% on the cost of the same tour as charged by third party suppliers

To Book  our Inklings, Literature or Architecture Tours or for any other enquiry email chrisoxtours@gmail.com

Maximum of 6 people per guide

Meet:

The steps of The Clarendon Building, corner of Catte Street and Broad Street OX13AZ

or

Your Hotel Foyer – If you are staying at a central Oxford hotel.

Tours start at 2pm or whatever time best fits your schedule and last 2 hours

All Tours £140

24-hour cancellation A full refund if you cancel your booking not later than 24 hours before your tour time.

Info Oxford

When you book  your tour you automatically receive our Oxford guide – recommendations and suggestions as to places to eat and the many attractions that Oxford offers

Parking or park and ride? Just ask and we will send you the links and relevant information

In short, Tours of Oxford offers you, the Discerning Traveller, simply the best private walking tours of Oxford around.

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Our Private Walking Tours of Oxford

Oxford students exploring the city in their gowns. This shows the happy people in the city.

Let's Explore Oxford

Our very popular introductory tour is centred within the Old University Quarter amid Oxford’s dreaming spires and visits all the major sites and landmarks for which Oxford is world famous.

£140 per group

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An open book in a library of Oxford as part of the literary walking tour.

An Introduction to Oxford’s Unique Literary Heritage ... the road goes ever on

Where else but Oxford offers such a wealth of authors, poets and writers for you to discover and celebrate with a literary historian for company?

£140 per group

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The Narnia Door as part of the Inklings private walking tour of Oxford with Chris Peters. This has a face carved into the wood of the door.

The Inklings, JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis

Your guide is a recognised expert in all things ‘Inkling’ and your tour takes in the many places, and stories associated with this eclectic group of friends, including associated colleges, the Narnia Doorway and more.

£140 per group

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The stunning buildings of an Oxford college. The arches, vaults, and spires of this college are visible in the sunlight. These architectural joys and more can be seen on the private walking tour of Oxford with Chris Peters.

The Architecture of Oxford

Currently applying for World Heritage Status, Oxford University and City offers a unique,and outstanding, secular, University and religious built environment to explore.  We will visit a number of key buildings….

£140 per group

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A corporate group receiving a private walking tour of Oxford. They are passing through the Bridge of Sighs in the sunlight.

Student and Conference Parties

In addition to our award-winning small private tours, we offer bespoke tours for 6th Form IB, undergraduate/postgraduate and conference parties. Very attractive and negotiable rates, and the tour is tailored to suit differing interests, budgets and time schedules. Maximum of 25 people per guide.

Price on asking

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Visiting The University and Colleges

One Inclusive price: YourTour includes entry fees to the University and Colleges as applicable. 

 

While we actively track when colleges are open, please appreciate that the University of Oxford and its Colleges  do, from time to time, close all public access to their buildings and grounds due to exams, graduation ceremonies and other events. 

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This Oxford college chapel is photographed in the day. The stunning vestibule has tiled floors, wooden pews and artwork adorning the walls.