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Oxford Official CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien walking tour

From earnest discussions of fantasy worlds in the Eagle and Child pub, to the first inspiration of Narnia in St Mary’s Passage, C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien’s masterpieces are interwound with Oxford and its university.

Having both studied and taught at Oxford University, the first seeds of their most well-known and beloved works began here. Follow in the authors’ footsteps around their favourite Oxford haunts and hear the stories of their time at the university.

Operating on selected Saturdays, this tour is perfect for those literarily inclined, fans of The Chronicles of Narnia, Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, and who want to learn more about these two greats of The Inklings Society, and see where they lived and learned.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Oxford
Duration: 2 hours
Language:English
Availability: See calendar
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided tour
Local touch
Smaller group size
Subject expert guide
E-Voucher
Group tour

Why you’ll love this…

  • It’s a literary walking tour through Oxford
  • You will learn about C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien
  • There will be stops linked to Narnia, The Hobbit, and Middle-earth
  • You will walk past The Eagle and Child, where the Inklings met
  • There will be glimpses of Oxford life in the early 20th century

Important to know

  • The maximum number of participants is 20 people
  • Children (age 0-5) get free admission and require a ticket, please select your free ticket during check-out
  • Students need to bring a valid ID card
  • Please wear comfortable and appropriate shoes and clothing as some streets are cobblestoned and the tour runs in all weather conditions
  • Pregnant women are welcome to participate on this tour
  • This tour is fully wheelchair accessible, Please advise the guide in advance if you have any mobility or issues that would be helpful so that they are aware
  • Assistance dogs are welcome on this tour, unfortunately other pets are not allowed
  • This tour has #SafeTravels accreditation from VisitEngland, the national tourist board for England
  • You are not required to wear a mask but if you feel more comfortable wearing one please do so
  • Your tour will cover 1.5-2 miles in the open air

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Professional expert guide
  • Guided tour

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

23-25 Broad St, Oxford OX1 3AX, United Kingdom

Meeting point:

Please meet your guide outside the Cool Britannia gift shop at the corner of Turl Street and Broad Street.

Provider

Oxford Official Walking Tours


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