Official C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien Oxford Walking Tour

Prices starting from: Adult: $69.94 per day Prices starting from: Child: $47.31 per day

Step into Middle-earth and Narnia on an official guided walk through the historic streets, colleges, and pubs that inspired these classic books.

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The C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien Oxford Walking Tour is perfect for fans of the authors and those wanting to see the famous sights of the ancient city.

Our guide to Official C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien Oxford Walking Tour

Lewis and Tolkien are respectively known for the Narnia series, The Hobbit, and The Lord of the Rings Trilogy. During this tour, your expert guide will offer insights and anecdotes into how the writers got their start and the impression they have left on the literary world.

The 2-hour walking tour will take you through cobbled streets with views of Exeter and Merton College, St Mary’s Passage, Bodleian Library – featured in the Harry Potter film series – Radcliffe Square, including Radcliffe Camera and University Church of St Mary the Virgin. You will also enjoy views down St Giles’, where you can admire Martyrs Memorial, Ashmolean Museum, The Eagle and Child, and Lamb and Flag pubs.

Follow in the author’s footsteps around their favourite Oxford haunts and enjoy stories of their time at the prestigious institution. Learn about their inspirations and how the stunning city helped boost their imaginations and create incredible fantasy worlds.

From their enduring friendship, positions in the Inklings Society, to studying and teaching at Oxford University, the writers lived full and interesting lives, and now it’s your turn to see how some of the greatest authors of all time came to be.

The C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien Oxford Walking Tour is unique, with your guide conducting their own in-depth research, making for a captivating and interesting journey.

Meeting point: Outside Blackwells Art & Poster Shop, corner of Broad Street and Turl Street (opposite the Cool Britannia Gift Shop)
Tour time: 11:30 am

Terms and conditions

Terms and conditions for Official C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien Oxford Walking Tour

  • Cancellation Policy: Your tickets can be cancelled free of charge up to 72 hours before the tour date. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 72 hours. 
  • This tour is wheelchair accessible.
  • You will receive an e-ticket for this tour.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions for Official C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien Oxford Walking Tour

General Information

  • Do we go inside the Oxford colleges on this tour?

    This tour is primarily an exterior walking tour covering the history, architecture, and secret spots across Oxford. While your guide will take you right up to famous sites like Magdalen College and Exeter College, college interior admission is not included in the base ticket price (as college opening hours vary by academic term).

  • Are food and drinks included at the pub stops?

    No, food and drinks are not included in the tour price. You’ll visit and view historic Inklings meeting spots—like The Eagle and Child—from the outside as your guide shares stories of Tolkien and Lewis's legendary pub sessions.

  • Is this tour suitable for children and families?

    Absolutely! Fans of The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of the Rings of all ages love this walk. However, as it involves 2 hours of standing and walking, it is best suited for children who enjoy stories and historic walks.

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