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Oxford Walking Tours

Trinity College, Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3BH, GB

Rating: 4.3 ★ (309 ratings)

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Trinity College on Broad Street, founded in 1555 by Sir Thomas Pope on the site of the former Durham College, provides a historic starting point for your Oxford exploration. Originally established as a Catholic college for training priests, Trinity has evolved over the centuries, becoming a pillar of the Anglican establishment and later a centre for educational reform. Its notable alumni include prime ministers and renowned authors. The college itself boasts beautiful gardens and a spectacular chapel, a masterpiece of baroque design by Sir Christopher Wren, which is a must-see for visitors. From this significant landmark, Oxford Walking Tours will lead you through the city's charming streets, revealing layers of history and the vibrant academic life that defines Oxford.

Embark on a journey through Oxford's captivating streets and delve into the rich history and traditions of its world-famous university. Many tours showcase iconic architectural marvels such as the Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera, and the Sheldonian Theatre, often with guides who are university alumni providing personal insights into student life. You'll hear tales of famous graduates, from influential academics and politicians to beloved authors like J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. Some tours also highlight filming locations for popular series and movies, including Harry Potter. Discover the stories behind the ancient colleges, their quirky traditions, and the pivotal role Oxford has played throughout history by visiting www.oxfordwalkingtours.com to find a tour that suits your interests.

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Comments

Sonia Moir
23 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
Fantastic tour led by Jonathan on 29/11. As a past student, he clearly has an enormous passion for the university and city and this shone through in the commentary he gave.
The pace was energetic and enabled us to see and learn about so much and fit a great number of locations in.
Wendy C
12 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
I had a great tour with Simon. He was an excellent guide and a wonderful storyteller. Oxford has so much symbolism and history, and Simon shared much of it with the group, as well as insights into great pubs and books.
John W
21 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
My 17 year old son and I took the Private Tour and added the school admissions. I highly recommend this. It was very informative and enjoyable. We had the best tour guide.
Chris Ditzenberger
15 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
During September 2025, our pilgrimage group from Colorado, USA, enjoyed several days in Oxford. We were fortunate to have Jonathan Self as our tour guide for a unique perspective on the friendship between JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis. Jonathan's wit, knowledge and passion brought welcomed color and detail to a story about which group members had varying depths of knowledge. He was patient with our many questions and, at least for one member of our group, led to him pursuing a deeper exploration of questions about faith and life. The tour was a highlight of our time in Oxford and something which I would happily do again.
Nick Parsons
5 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
Jonathan was an exceptional tour guide for our family in Oxford. He provided wonderfully animated insights into the history of a variety of sites in Oxford and customized his tour for the interests of our family (Harry Potter for the kids, CS Lewis and Tolkien for the grown ups). Highly recommended!

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