Oxford Magic Walking Tours
13 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS, GB
Rating: 4.9 ★ (203 ratings)
Details
Oxford Magic Walking Tours offers an enchanting and distinctive journey through Oxford, seamlessly blending the city's rich history with captivating live magic. This unique experience guides visitors through the historic streets, unveiling Oxford University's past alongside the inspirations and filming locations for the beloved Harry Potter stories. The tour's engaging and interactive character sets it apart, ensuring an atmosphere filled with wonder and entertainment for all.
During the ninety-minute tour, participants explore iconic landmarks such as the Bridge of Sighs, Radcliffe Camera, and the historic Bodleian Library courtyard. A professional magician, known for performing for the British Royal Family, enhances the adventure with astonishing close-up magic throughout the route. Guests delve into over a millennium of Oxford's history, uncover hidden tales, and gain fascinating insights into the university's architecture and student life.
This highly-rated walking tour is perfectly suited for families and groups, appealing particularly to those aged ten and above, and especially captivating for fans of Harry Potter and magic. It provides an excellent alternative for visitors seeking a dynamic and memorable exploration of Oxford, moving beyond conventional sightseeing. The blend of historical facts, compelling storytelling, and live entertainment consistently earns praise, with many guests considering it the highlight of their visit.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Contact
+44 7411 001382
Comments
We really appreciated his advice on where to spend our time and money. Some colleges or HP visits are quite expensive and aren't always worth it. We don't regret following Shane's advice after visiting the huge Blackwell's bookshop and New College (instead of Church College).
The tour lasted 1h30 but wasn't tiring as you don't have to walk that much. I think this is really accessible for children or people with small walking difficulties.
As non-native English speakers, Shane speaks very clearly and slowly. My sister, who doesn't always understand English, told me she followed well and understood almost everything.
In conclusion: We recommand this tour to everyone: adult, children, history lovers, magic lovers...
We decided to book the Oxford Magic Walking tour. We were disappointed we couldn't get a booking but then Shane called us to let us know he would arrange it and it would be a private tour with him.
We are so grateful for him doing this for us - he was amazing and very knowledgeable too about Oxford.
He even did some magic tricks for us.
I would highly recommend doing this walking tour as we learnt so much and got to see a lot too.
It is a shame we didn't have extended time as there were some areas we would have loved to have gone into based on Shane's recommendations but perhaps next time.
Oxford is so beautiful.
Thank you Shane for making it a memorable trip
We had a truly wonderful time on the Oxford Ghost Tour with Shane as our guide. From start to finish, the experience was engaging, informative, and thoroughly entertaining. Shane’s deep knowledge of Oxford’s rich history and eerie legends brought the stories to life in a way that was both spooky and fascinating.
What made the tour even more special were the unexpected touches—Shane is not only a brilliant storyteller but also an incredible magician! His magic tricks added a fun and surprising twist that kept the group captivated throughout. He struck the perfect balance between historical depth and theatrical flair, making the tour accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
I highly recommend taking this tour with Shane to anyone visiting Oxford—it’s a fantastic way to explore the city, learn some chilling tales, and enjoy an evening of mystery and fun. Don’t miss it!
Shane was knowledgeable and engaging, providing a perfect blend of history and Harry Potter-related facts. The tour was both informative and fun, spiced up with real magic tricks performed by Shane.
We thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Oxford!
Shane also gave good recommendations for other Oxford locations to check out for best value.