The best family-friendly activities in Oxford for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

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Oxford Bike and Walking Tour

This 3-hour complete Oxford experience gives you a chance to cover over 1000 years of Oxford history and see the best parts of the city …More

This 3-hour complete Oxford experience gives you a chance to cover over 1000 years of Oxford history and see the best parts of the city...

3 hours
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$67
Oxford Ghost Tour - for private hauntings only!

Enjoy a guided tour of one of England's most famous medieval haunted cities. That's right!- for example, the curiously named 'New college' was founded in …More

Enjoy a guided tour of one of England's most famous medieval haunted cities. That's right!- for example, the curiously named 'New college' was founded in...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$67
The Inklings Oxford Writers Tour - Private Groups Daily

Our tour includes entry into CS Lewis's college called Magdalen college worth £10 per person, as and when open. See published dates below that Magdalen …More

Our tour includes entry into CS Lewis's college called Magdalen college worth £10 per person, as and when open. See published dates below that Magdalen...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (119)
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$67
The wonders of Christ Church Oxford: Private Tour

Christ Church is home to many wonders, and I'm lucky enough to be one of the few guides accredited to take private tours inside. The …More

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Christ Church is home to many wonders, and I'm lucky enough to be one of the few guides accredited to take private tours inside. The...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$74
Oxford University Tour by Alumni™ & Punt + optional New College

This tour offers something few others do: the chance to experience Oxford both on foot and from the water, all in one visit. Enjoy a …More

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This tour offers something few others do: the chance to experience Oxford both on foot and from the water, all in one visit. Enjoy a...

150 to 210 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (51)
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$74
Tolkien Lewis Walking Tour, with Magdalen College visit, + Alice!

Explore the fascinating world of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis on this guided walking tour through Oxford. See iconic locations such as Exeter College, the …More

Explore the fascinating world of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis on this guided walking tour through Oxford. See iconic locations such as Exeter College, the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$74
Afternoon Tea Sightseeing River Cruise in Oxford

This wonderful river cruise in Oxford includes a sumptuous traditional afternoon tea served aboard the boat. The 1.5-hour cruise takes in the highlights of the …More

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This wonderful river cruise in Oxford includes a sumptuous traditional afternoon tea served aboard the boat. The 1.5-hour cruise takes in the highlights of the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (650)
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$78
Oxford : University Tour

Perfect for history buffs and those looking for a unique gift idea. This tour offers exclusive access to some of the university's oldest colleges, beautiful …More

Perfect for history buffs and those looking for a unique gift idea. This tour offers exclusive access to some of the university's oldest colleges, beautiful...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.2 (11)
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$673
Cotswolds Christmas Baking Workshop in Burford

What to Expect: Festive Demonstrations and Hands-On Fun: Begin with a demonstration on crafting royal icing and preparing a rich, spiced mince pie filling that …More

What to Expect: Festive Demonstrations and Hands-On Fun: Begin with a demonstration on crafting royal icing and preparing a rich, spiced mince pie filling that...

2 hours
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$88
New College Oxford Harry Potter Insights PRIVATE TOUR Daily

Test your spell-craft & knowledge of all things Potter with our guide. We are the original Harry Potter in Oxford walking tour- find out why …More

Test your spell-craft & knowledge of all things Potter with our guide. We are the original Harry Potter in Oxford walking tour- find out why...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$90
Inspector Morse Oxford PRIVATE GROUP Tours Daily

See Inspector Morse's Oxford as well as Lewis and Endeavour filming locations on this approximately 2-hour private Oxford walking tour, as you explore the making …More

See Inspector Morse's Oxford as well as Lewis and Endeavour filming locations on this approximately 2-hour private Oxford walking tour, as you explore the making...

105 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$90
Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise

This Oxford picnic cruise combines Oxford sightseeing with a leisurely picnic and relaxed experience of river life. Your small group cruise through the city past …More

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This Oxford picnic cruise combines Oxford sightseeing with a leisurely picnic and relaxed experience of river life. Your small group cruise through the city past...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$92
CS Lewis & Tolkien Tour with Magdalen Entry Public tour 13.45

Enjoy a tour exploring the lives, works and ideas of CS Lewis, JRR Tolkien and their circle. This tour is focused for an adult audience. …More

Enjoy a tour exploring the lives, works and ideas of CS Lewis, JRR Tolkien and their circle. This tour is focused for an adult audience....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$101
Oxford City & University Walking PRIVATE GROUPS Tour

Oxford & England's history will be brought alive on this private guided walking tour of the city and university traditions. Storytelling about student life, college …More

Oxford & England's history will be brought alive on this private guided walking tour of the city and university traditions. Storytelling about student life, college...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$101
Oxford food and sightseeing tour

Enjoy sampling 4 or 5 of Oxford's best and unique local food or drink market stalls or shops on this Oxford food tasting & sightseeing …More

Enjoy sampling 4 or 5 of Oxford's best and unique local food or drink market stalls or shops on this Oxford food tasting & sightseeing...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$101
The Pre Raphaelites Artists Oxford Private Tour

Learn from your local guide interesting facts about Pre-Raphaelite artists. The group sought a return to the abundant detail, intense colors, and complex compositions of …More

Learn from your local guide interesting facts about Pre-Raphaelite artists. The group sought a return to the abundant detail, intense colors, and complex compositions of...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
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$101
Private Walking Tour in Oxford with Spanish Speaking Guide

This tour lasting up to 2 hours can cater to your interests made known to us, when you book or when you meet us. For …More

This tour lasting up to 2 hours can cater to your interests made known to us, when you book or when you meet us. For...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$101
Walking Tour Combined with River Punting Rowing (3 hours duration)

Punting on the river is how students enjoy themselves after finishing their exams. What more unique way to experience Oxford than this. Your chauffeur guide …More

Punting on the river is how students enjoy themselves after finishing their exams. What more unique way to experience Oxford than this. Your chauffeur guide...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
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$101
Extended: Oxford University & City Tour With Christ Church

Building on our standard Oxford University & City Tour (the single highest reviewed tour of Oxford) comes the extended version, which includes visiting 2 Colleges, …More

Building on our standard Oxford University & City Tour (the single highest reviewed tour of Oxford) comes the extended version, which includes visiting 2 Colleges,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (574)
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$108
Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh

Experience the 'secret' side of the Cotswolds with a local guide in a small and friendly group of up to 16 people. On our Secret …More

Experience the 'secret' side of the Cotswolds with a local guide in a small and friendly group of up to 16 people. On our Secret...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$108
Harry Potter PUBLIC Tour + Self Guided Christ church Daily 12.45

This tour includes from two hours guided tour followed by one hour guaranteed tickets self guided audio guide entry inside Christ church. Minimum numbers may …More

This tour includes from two hours guided tour followed by one hour guaranteed tickets self guided audio guide entry inside Christ church. Minimum numbers may...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$108
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