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Highlights & Hidden Gems of Oxford

  • 3 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Oxford
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Choose one of 2 locals available

Experience hosted by Ben & Michael

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Want to see the best of Oxford? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Oxford!

Destination
Oxford, England
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
3 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Français
Included
  • Private Guide
  • 1 Local Snack or Drink
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Explore the best of the city in only 3 hours
  • Spot classics like High Street & University of Oxford
  • Discover hidden gems away from the tourist paths
  • Experience the city from a local’s perspective
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Privately guided by a local expert

What you can expect

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Oxford, is a magical place! And with the local host of your choice, you are going to experience it all. So get ready; culture, history, and local lifestyle await!

Dive into the origin of Oxford as you see the city’s main landmarks like High Street, University of Oxford, and Christ Church Cathedral. And how about the hidden gems? Oh, you’re in for a surprise! Every host has its own story to tell, so pick your favorite, and you’ll discover the city through their eyes. Experience their Oxford to the max based on their passions and expertise. They’ll make sure you have fun enjoying a unique and local perspective of Oxford.

Want to take a break? Leave it up to your host! This is the perfect opportunity to visit that special eatery where only the locals come and your chance to enjoy a local treat hand-picked by your host. Feel free to ask your host more about their life in their city or get recommendations about the top things to do in Oxford. Remember, the locals know best.

The best part of any city tour is definitely the unique stories. Everybody has a story to tell, especially your host. Each one of the local hosts has a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share their knowledge with you and exchange ideas and perspectives! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Oxford, your Oxford!

Choose your local

Get to know these 2 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

  • Ben - Born and raised in the City of Dreaming Spires

    Ben

    Born and raised in the City of Dreaming Spires

    5.04 reviews
    English
  • Michael - The History and the Mystery

    Michael

    The History and the Mystery

    5.0
    English・Français

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at Society Café, outside next to the main entrance - Oxford to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. City Highlights

    See from High Street, University of Oxford, Christ Church Cathedral, and other landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots in town so you can get the perfect overview of what makes Oxford so unique

  4. Hidden Gems

    Along the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experience

  5. Magical Storytelling

    Behind every landmark and every stop, there’s a story, and your local host is ready to tell it all. Get ready to listen to incredible stories, one-of-a-kind insights, and fun facts only a knowledgeable local would know!

  6. Special Treat

    Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions

  7. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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Paul
(About local )
5 December 2024
Our guide (Ben) gave a great introduction or the City balancing the history with fun facts. We did this on D day one of a three day visit and it set us up with other good places to see and things to do.Great way to start a short Break
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Kate
(About local )
22 November 2024
An excellent tour by Ben who tailored it to the interests of the group and shared the history, architecture and the areas in various films. He had taken the Oxford guide exam so we knew that he would be good. Have already recommended it to family.Very Knowledgable Guide
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TSL300
(About local )
18 November 2024
We had an excellent tour led by Ben who was amusing and informative.Fascinating Tour
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Jo
(About local )
10 October 2024
Ben, our tour guide, was fabulous. His knowledge was vast and his commentary was entertaining. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Oxford for the first timeTour with character and Fun Facts

Withlocals experiences
are always

Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
Without the crowdsExperiences designed to take you away from the crowds towards authentic local spots.

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