The Oxford Ghost Tour
What is The Oxford Ghost Tour?
Explore Oxford’s haunted history on our 75-minute walking tour, devised by your preternatural host, Tom McDonnell*, author of Dead but Awake: Paranormal Encounters from The Shadows of Oxford. Discover terrifying tales of ghostly encounters, unexplained phenomena and Civil War strife, all in the beating heart of Oxford.
Hear fables of spurned love, phantom soothsayers and ghoulish games as you explore cobbled streets and an older, darker side of the Dreaming Spires.
Please note: This tour includes ghost stories and themes which may not be suitable for young children; parental discretion is advised. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time to ensure you do not miss any part of the tour.
Tour Details
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Departing from: City Sightseeing Oxford Visitor Information Point, 44-45 High Street, Oxford, OX1 4AP
Accessibility: Many of the streets along the route are cobbled, please keep this in mind when booking.
Private Hire: If you are interested in booking a private Ghost Tour, please contact our Private Hire team for more information at privatehire@citysightseeingoxford.com
*On occasion, your tour may be led by one of our other experienced and knowledgeable guides. This allows us to accommodate as many guests as possible and ensure everyone can enjoy the Oxford Ghost Tour experience.
While each guide brings their own unique personality and storytelling style, the tour content, historical insights, and overall experience remain consistent. Rest assured that whoever leads your tour, you can expect the same high-quality experience, filled with fascinating stories, local history and plenty of entertainment.
We are confident that your Oxford Ghost Tour will be both memorable and thoroughly enjoyable.
Deals, Offers & Extras
Incredible Family Savings
Enjoy Oxford together for less! For a limited time, get our Family Ticket for just £49 (usually £57) – valid for up to 2 adults and 3 children on our open-top sightseeing bus.
Super Saver Combined Tickets
Super Saver tickets combine some of Oxford’s most popular attractions with its award-winning University & City Bus Tour for a GREAT VALUE PACKAGE.
Private Hire
Planning a special day out? Hire one of our iconic open-top buses for your private event! Perfect for weddings, parties, school trips, or corporate tours, it’s a unique way to explore Oxford with your group.
