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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers
Overview
Step beyond the veil of reality and discover the hidden Oxford that birthed the world's greatest fantasy epics. On this whimsical and nostalgic redthread tour, you'll trace the footsteps of Lewis Carroll, J.K. Rowling's cinematic wizards, and Philip Pullman's parallel universes. From a 15th-century sweet shop to the gritty canals of Jericho, we'll reveal how ancient academia, gothic architecture, and overlooked local spaces transformed into Wonderland, Hogwarts, and Lyra's Oxford. Join us to find the magic hiding in plain sight.
- A 3.9 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 120 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Pop Culture & Media Landscapes and Art, Design & Aesthetics
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's included
Verified facts woven into an engaging story
Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
Precise navigation between the stops
Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
What to expect
Alice’s Shop
10m
The 15th-century sweet shop that inspired Lewis Carroll's 'Old Sheep Shop'.
10m
The epicenter of Oxford's fantasy connections, inspiring Hogwarts.
10m
Philip Pullman's alma mater and the inspiration for Jordan College.
10m
A masterpiece of English Gothic architecture, used as the Hogwarts Hospital Wing.
New College
10m
Filming location for Harry Potter, famous for the Draco Malfoy ferret scene.
10m
A dense anthropology museum that inspired a key location in His Dark Materials.
10m
The working-class waterways that inspired the Fens in His Dark Materials.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Meet at Alice's Shop on Saint Aldate's, beside Christ Church in central Oxford.
End point
The tour ends on Canal Street beside the Oxford Canal in Jericho.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
