About this tour

A walking tour for book-loving children aged 7 – 13 and their parents

Oxford is a city steeped in books and story-telling. From Alice who fell down a rabbit hole into Wonderland to children discovering Narnia at the back of a wardrobe; and from Vikings to modern youngsters finding adventure on rooftops or in jungles, Oxford has stories to suit all tastes. 

There are animal stories, ghostly encounters, adventures with wolves and dragons, detective mysteries, stories set in the present and stories set in the past. There are even references to a famous School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and the boy wizard himself — Harry Potter!

Come and explore this city of stories and storytellers on this fun literary tour. See the real places that inspired your favourite authors and characters, and discover new books you’d like to read.
 

5 stars! This is an excellent tour for children who like books, introducing them to some of Oxford's most well known historic buildings from a perspective that they can relate to.

– TripAdvisor review

Tour information

• This walking tour is delivered in English. 
• Recommended for children aged 7 and up. All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Meet your tour guide on the steps of the Weston Library.
• Your ticket includes entry to the Divinity School after the tour.
• The tour involves walking around Oxford city centre. If someone in your party has accessibility requirements, please contact the Tours team prior to your visit on tours@bodleian.ox.ac.uk.
• Dogs are not allowed on our walking tours. Visitors with assistance dogs should contact us prior to your visit on tours@bodleian.ox.ac.uk.
• Check our plan your visit page for visiting information and upcoming closures.

Scheduled dates

• Saturday 24 May 2025, 13.00 – 14.30
• Monday 23 June 2025, 10.00 – 11.30

Prices

*Max 5 people: up to 3 children under 16 and up to 2 adults.