Explore Oxford’s literary heritage on a 2-hour walking tour. Visit key sites of CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien, and dive into their fascinating worlds.
Explore Oxford’s literary heritage on a 2-hour walking tour. Visit key sites of CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien, and dive into their fascinating worlds.
- Exeter College - You will see Exeter College (from the outside) where Tolkien lived and studied
- Bodleian Library - From the outside see the famous Libraries including the Weston Library which houses some of Tolkien’s and CS Lewis’ orginal works
- University Church of St. Mary the Virgin - Where C.S. Lewis preached some of his wartime…
- Exeter College - You will see Exeter College (from the outside) where Tolkien lived and studied
- Bodleian Library - From the outside see the famous Libraries including the Weston Library which houses some of Tolkien’s and CS Lewis’ orginal works
- University Church of St. Mary the Virgin - Where C.S. Lewis preached some of his wartime sermons
- Radcliffe Camera - Walk around this iconic building and as you cross the Radcliffe Square, look out for the famous lamposts and Mr Tufnell carving
- Merton College - From the outside see where JRR Tolkien worked
- St Giles’ - Look out for the Eagle &Child and Lamb & Flag Pubs where the Inklings used to meet
- Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology - See this splendid building housing collections which have inspired many writers through the ages
- Expert-led walking tour
- Expert-led walking tour
- No College entrances are included
- No College entrances are included
Exploring Oxford on foot is the ideal way to experience the city, particularly for admirers of its renowned authors, the founding members of The Inklings.
Participate in this 2-hour CS Lewis and Tolkien Tour to delve into the lives and works of these literary figures. Both alumni of Oxford University, Lewis and Tolkien are celebrated for the Narnia…
Exploring Oxford on foot is the ideal way to experience the city, particularly for admirers of its renowned authors, the founding members of The Inklings.
Participate in this 2-hour CS Lewis and Tolkien Tour to delve into the lives and works of these literary figures. Both alumni of Oxford University, Lewis and Tolkien are celebrated for the Narnia series and The Hobbit along with The Lord of the Rings trilogy, respectively.
The tour includes visits to Exeter College, where Tolkien studied, and the University Church, where Lewis delivered sermons during World War II. You’ll also learn about the colleges where they taught. Additionally, you’ll pass by the Eagle & Child pub, a regular meeting spot for The Inklings every Tuesday to discuss their writings. Uncover more about their distinctive writing styles and their impact.
This tour offers a journey back in time, providing a glimpse into Oxford’s past in the early 20th century and beyond. As the City of Dreaming Spires, its architecture remains breathtaking even today!
- Strollers and buggies may need to be left at the Porter’s Lodge during the college visit
- Wheelchair accessible college visits can be arranged if customers contact us in advance on 01865 686 441 please
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
