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Oxford by Rail Day Tour with Harry Potter Insights Tour

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The Divinity School, filming location of Dance School and the Infirmary. Photo by John Cairns
Christ Church College
Hertford Bridge
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Overview

Discover locations that inspired J.K. Rowling for the Harry Potter series and learn how student life in Oxford compares to life at Hogwarts.

Venture through the ancient streets of Oxford and explore the Harry Potter filming locations with an expert guide.

Visit The Divinity School filming location (Dance School and the Infirmary). You can enter The Old Schools Quadrangle, which houses the different schools, including the ‘Schola Metaphysicae’. All are part of the world-famous Bodleian Libraries.

Divinity School may close on different dates, not listed below, due to last-minute events. On days when the Divinity School is closed, we replace with New College, another filming location.

Divinity School closure dates:

2025
March: 1, 8
May: 16, 17, 31
July: 19, 29
August: 1, 2, 9
September: 26, 27
November: 7, 8, 14, 15

OPTIONAL - Your train ticket allows a free stop off at Bicester Village, making this the ideal opportunity to enjoy the UK’s most popular shopping destination.

What's Included

  • Divinity School entrance
  • Flexible roundtrip train travel direct from London
  • Free stopover at Bicester Village on the return (optional)
  • Hotel pick up and drop off in London
  • Lunch
  • Tour Guide (except for the 90 minutes Harry Potter Highlights walking tour)
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Meeting Location

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Marylebone Railway Station
Melcombe Place, London NW1 6JJ, UK

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What To Expect

Oxford (Pass By)

The origins of Oxford University can be traced back to the 11th century, making it the oldest university in the English-speaking world. Enjoy a walking tour of the city with your expert guide, who will bring the history and charm of this beautiful city to life by own. As you walk through the cobbled streets, you'll see architecture from every period in English history, from early Saxon right through to the Gothic Revival. This is the only place in the country where you'll find buildings from every period in English history, which is what makes Oxford so unique.
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Bodleian Library (Pass By)

The Bodleian Library is one of the oldest and biggest libraries in Britain.The library (which is actually a series of interconnected libraries dotted throughout Oxford that are collectively referred to as the Bodleian Libraries) has an impressive history – some of its buildings have been libraries since the Middle Ages.
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Bicester Village

The train ticket to Oxford we offer is also valid for a free stop off at Bicester Village on the return, making this the ideal opportunity to enjoy the UK’s most popular shopping destination.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Outbound: Depart London Marylebone after 9:00am on any direct train to Oxford. Journey time approximately 1h25 minutes
  • Return: Depart Oxford on any direct train back to London Marylebone on the same day (day trip)
  • Full joining instructions and travel documents will be sent 7 days prior to departure (Please do not wait to meet our staff at the train station as we do not conduct in-person departures)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oxford by Rail Day Tour with Harry Potter Insights Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oxford by Rail Day Tour with Harry Potter Insights Tour?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Divinity School entrance.
  • Flexible roundtrip train travel direct from London.
  • Free stopover at Bicester Village on the return (optional).
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard the train.
  • 90 minutes Harry Potter Highlights guided walking tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pick up and drop off in London.
  • Lunch.
  • Tour Guide (except for the 90 minutes Harry Potter Highlights walking tour).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Oxford by Rail Day Tour with Harry Potter Insights Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Oxford by Rail Day Tour with Harry Potter Insights Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Divinity School entrance
  • Flexible roundtrip train travel direct from London
  • Free stopover at Bicester Village on the return (optional)
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard the train
  • 90 minutes Harry Potter Highlights guided walking tour
  • Hotel pick up and drop off in London
  • Lunch
  • Tour Guide (except for the 90 minutes Harry Potter Highlights walking tour)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Minimum number of participants per booking is 2.
  • This is an unescorted tour. (except for Harry Potter Insights Walking tour)
  • Train travel is with Chiltern Railways.
  • Outbound: Depart London Marylebone after 9:00am on any direct train to Oxford. Journey time approximately 1h25 minutes
  • Return: Depart Oxford on any direct train back to London Marylebone on the same day (day trip)
  • Full joining instructions and travel documents will be sent 7 days prior to departure (Please do not wait to meet our staff at the train station as we do not conduct in-person departures)
  • Direct trains run approximately every 30 minutes in each direction
  • 90 minutes Harry Potter Highlights walking tour in Oxford
  • Train ticket is valid for a free stop off at Bicester Village on the return making this the ideal opportunity to enjoy the UK’s most popular shopping destination
  • Bodleian Library (Divinity School) - current known closure dates: March: 1 and 8; May: 16, 17 and 31; July: 19 and 29; August: 1, 2 and 9; September: 26 and 27; November: 7, 8, 14 and 15.
  • Please note that the closure dates listed above are the most up-to-date information. Divinity School may occasionally close on different dates, not listed above, due to last-minute events. On days when the Divinity School is closed, we will offer entry to New College, another Harry Potter filming location, as a replacement.

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