Children's Literature Tours

Children's Literature Tours

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 90 minutes

 Meet on the steps of the Weston Library

 Available in English

  Suitable for ages 7+ (children must be accompanied by an adult)

  Book tickets in advance

Book 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 tales of Alice who fell down a rabbit hole into Wonderland, to children discovering the magical world of Narnia at the back of a wardrobe; from Vikings to modern youngsters encountering adventures 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 places linked to 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.

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Walking tour information

  • Tours start on the steps of the Weston Library.
  • After the walking tour, you will have access to the Divinity School.
  • Our Children's Stories: Family Walking Tour includes walking around Oxford city centre. If you or 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, please contact the Tours team prior to your visit on tours@bodleian.ox.ac.uk.

*Please check our plan a visit page for information and unexpected closures.

 

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Contact Tours team


 +44 (0)1865 287400
 tours@bodleian.ox.ac.uk

Our office hours are Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm

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