Oxford Official CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien walking tour

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Are you a fan of Oxford's most known writers? Join the CS Lewis and Tolkien guided walking tour and learn more about the lives and the work of writers' and Oxford University alumni's Lewis and Tolkien, respectively known for the Narnia series and The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

You may glimpse how even today, with its splendid mix of medieval architecture, Oxford acts as a window into the past and can transport you into those imaginary worlds created by these celebrated writers.

During the tour you will be able to see Exeter College, where Tolkien studied and the University Church where Lewis preached during World War Two and hear about the colleges where Tolkien and Lewis taught. Moreover, you'll walk past the Eagle and Child pub, where the Inklings used to meet every Tuesday, to talk about their work and discover more about their unique writing style,their interests and influence.

This is definitely a jump back in time and it will give you a glimpse of how Oxford used to be in the early 20th century.

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Highlights

  • Learn more about the writers' Lewis and Tolkien, famous for the Narnia series, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy
  • Let Oxford tansport you into those imaginary worlds created by these celebrated writers
  • Walk past the Eagle and Child pub where the Inklings group used to meet
  • Glimpse into how Oxford used to be in the early 20th century

Directions

Oxford Official CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien walking tour

23-25 Broad St, Oxford

Last updated: 11:23 25/02/2026

Important Information

  • Please meet your guide outside the Cool Britannia gift shop at the corner of Turl Street and Broad Street.
  • 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
  • Your tour will cover 1.5-2 miles in the open air

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