2
Best ghost tour of England
Absolutely lovely guide, Kelsey I think and she was amazing and so interactive. Will be Coming back as best ghost tour I have ever done
Haunted Oxford Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 15min
- Price from
- $89 / person
- Location
- Oxford, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 11 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Uncomfortable Oxford
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide at the base of the Martyr's Memorial on Magdalen Street. Your guide will be holding an Uncomfortable Oxford branded tote bag.
Description
Step into the shadows of history and embark on an uncomfortable ghost tour as we learn about the events that have sparked the eerie and profound tales of hauntings in Oxford. This tour was researched and designed by two historians who study the history of hauntings and ghost stories, and explores how certain moments live on through oral histories. Our Haunted Oxford tour delves into the structure of stories of the supernatural, revealing the unsettling moments from the past that continue to haunt the present. This unique tour examines haunting through the echoes of gender disparities, oppression, violence, social division, and the powerful grip of memory. Tour lasts 1.5 hours and runs in all weather so please dress appropriately. Dogs welcome.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 5:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM, and 8:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 23
- Adult (ages 26–64)
- $89
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
Tour Options
Itinerary
St. Mary Magdalen Church
Every good ghost tour begins with a graveyard, and our first stop stands at one of the historic graveyards of the city.
Broad Street
Stand on the outskirts of the eerie city centre and learn about public executions in medieval Oxford.
Bodleian Library
Learn about a famous murder and haunting at the historic university libraries.
Radcliffe Camera
Stand in the shadows of the majestic Radcliffe Camera and learn about past student pranks gone wrong, and the haunting consequences.
University College
Walk with us through the same streets patrolled by soldiers during the English Civil War and learn about a pair of star-crossed lovers.
Corpus Christi College
Learn about the long and complex history of Jewish communities in the city.
Finish the tour outside one of the most haunted pubs in the city.
What's included
Included
Expert Academic Guide
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
11 reviews
How it compares in Oxford
- Starting price $89 is 63% above the typical $54 for tours of similar length in Oxford
- Price over the last 20 days: $87–$89
Excurgo comparison of 259 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Low level lighting throughout - not recommended for travelers who have difficulty walking at night.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Haunted Oxford Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™ take?
Haunted Oxford Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™ lasts about 1h 15min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Haunted Oxford Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™ cost?
Prices start at $89 per person for this Oxford experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Haunted Oxford Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™ run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM, and 8:00 PM.
Can I cancel Haunted Oxford Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™ for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your guide at the base of the Martyr's Memorial on Magdalen Street. Your guide will be holding an Uncomfortable Oxford branded tote bag. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Haunted Oxford Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™ offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Haunted Oxford Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™ worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Uncomfortable Oxford.
Reviews(11)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
R
Great walking trip around Oxford
Such a great walking tour, I’d highly recommend it
Operator response
Thank you so much for this kind review - join us again very soon!
6
Lightening Struck and Thunder Clapped
The weather played its part in creating an atmosphere conductive to a Ghost Tour of Oxford. As we followed Jonathon down to Board Street the sky darkening in anticipation, lightening struck and thunder clapped. While the weather certainly contributed to a spooky tour, without it, it still would have been excellent. Jontahon was a brillant guide and a great stoty teller drawing us in to the conversation about the various ghosts said to haunt the streets of Oxford.
Operator response
Thank you for this incredible review - what a treat of a time you got! We can't confirm or deny whether or not we have a partnership with the weather to help drive home the spooky stories ;) We hope you join us again on another tour soon!
M
Highly recommended tour
Highly recommend this fun and thought provoking tour. Enjoyed by two families with teens. Learned more about Oxford even though we've lived here for years. Thanks to Anoushka.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review, and we're so glad the whole family enjoyed! We hope you join us again soon!
4
A wonderful thought provoking tour!
A thought provoking tour where we got to explore the city's dark secrets and what it might have been like in the past. Highlighted how ghost stories might have come about and why they have stayed. Left me questioning the real past of the city.
Operator response
Thank you so much for this kind review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour and we hope you return again soon, perhaps to one of our other tours!
M
Recommended Ghost Tour
Enjoyable, thought provoking tour for two families with teens. Learned new things about Oxford even though we've lived here ages. Highly Recommend. Thanks to Anoushka
Operator response
Thank you so much for joining us! We will pass your feedback onto the guide. Come again soon!
J
Ghost tour to enjoy
Had a brilliant tour with our guide Deb, interesting, fun, friendly and insightful. Thought proving chats along the way, and a great way to experience Oxford.
Operator response
Thanks so much John! Join us again soon.
J
Not your typical ghost tour.
W enjoyed our guide Kelli so much! The tour itself is not your typical ghost tour with a lot of scary stories. So if you’re looking for that, I would keep looking. But if you’re looking for a more academic look at ghost stories and why they survive, book it.
Operator response
Thanks Jill for this kind review!
P
It’s all about the guide
Excellent tour guide customized the walk and brought great energy. Engaged with our daughter and made the experience fun.
Operator response
Thanks Peter! So glad you had a great time with us.
M
Eye-Opening Haunted Tour with the Brilliant Devika!
We recently took a group of international teenage girls on the Uncomfortable Oxford Haunted Tour, and it was absolutely fantastic thanks to our brilliant guide, Devika. From the start, she had the group fully engaged. Her thoughtful questions sparked real discussion, encouraging the girls to think critically about social history, power, memory, and women’s stories so often left out. It went far beyond ghost tales and really opened their minds. Devika made every student feel heard and included. Her warmth, curiosity, and skill as a guide left a lasting impression on all of us. If you're after a meaningful, engaging tour of Oxford, we can’t recommend this one enough, especially with Devika leading.
Operator response
Thank you so much for this lovely review! We are thrilled to hear you had a great experience with Devika and that your students enjoyed it as well. We hope you join us again soon!
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