The 9 Best Oxford Ghost Tours

1.Twilight Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 297 reviews · 1h 15m · from $29Our pick

Follow an English-speaking guide through Oxford at twilight, from Martyrs Cross to Dead Man’s Walk and Magpie Lane. Expect grim history, ghost stories, university lore, and literary links to Tolkien, Lewis, Pullman, Wilde, Shakespeare, and Harry Potter. Guides may include Simon, Tom, Jonathan, Ajai, or Sophie. The tour is atmospheric rather than truly frightening.

“It was extremely interesting, entertaining and atmospheric. Magnus was a delight to listen to.”

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2.Oxford Official Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 41 reviews · 2 hours · from $45

Walk Oxford’s ancient lanes and university quarters after dark with an English-speaking guide. Hear stories of murders, disappearances, doomed lovers, troublesome priests, and famous ghosts while passing the Dead Man’s Walk, old execution sites, and grand college buildings. The tour runs for two hours, costs $45, and goes ahead in all weather.

“I went on this Oxford ghost tour expecting a few spooky stories and a slow walk in the dark. Instead, I got a genuinely fantastic history lesson with ghosts thoughtfully sprinkled on top. The walking tour covered a huge amount of Oxford’s past, and the guide seamlessly weaved real historical context together with eerie anecdotes without it ever feeling forced or cheesy. Our guide was engaging, knowledgeable, and clearly loved both the city and its darker tales, which made the whole experience even better. Equal parts informative and atmospheric, it was a great way to see Oxford after hours. I’d absolutely recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys history.”

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3.Ghost Tour of Oxford

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Meet at 6 pm near Martyrs’ Memorial for a 75-minute evening walk through central Oxford. A professional guide leads you past colleges, lanes, libraries, churches, and the Bridge of Sighs, using costumes, props, and spooky tales. The route ends at Oxford Castle and Prison. English only, with groups capped at 30.

“The trip was exceptional. The narrative in the trip captured the experience. I apologize; I believe his name is Rick, though I'm not certain, but he did an outstanding job.”

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4.Oxford Official Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $46

Meet at Cool Britannia on Broad Street at 6pm for a two-hour English-language walk led by a professional guide and based on the work of the author of Haunted Oxford. Hear ghost stories tied to Oxford’s old lanes, colleges, and ancient pubs. The tour stays outdoors, accepts mobile tickets, and ends where it begins.

“Was a great experience with exciting stories and it is in my opinion the best way to discover the city. Great tour guide, very friendly and has great knowledge of the city.”

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5.New: Oxford Costumed Ghost Tour In-Character

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 10 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $26Best value

Follow an English-speaking guide through Oxford’s dark lanes and haunted squares on a 90-minute night walk. Costumed actors bring tales of murder, ghosts, demons, medieval punishments, Civil War cruelty, and wild beasts to life. The route ends at a famous Oxford pub, making this a lively choice for visitors who like history with theatrical surprises.

“our guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable and locations were inspiring. Directions didn't match. Almost missed tour.”

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6.Haunted Oxford Tour – by Uncomfortable Oxford™

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $88Top rated

Follow an expert academic guide, including Kelli, through Oxford after dark. You’ll hear about executions, murder, student pranks, Civil War patrols, Jewish communities, and haunted sites on a 75-minute walk for up to 15 people.

“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.”

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7.Haunted Oxford Tour – by Uncomfortable Oxford™

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $29

Meet your English-speaking Uncomfortable Oxford guide at the Martyr’s Memorial for a 2 km walk through Oxford’s unsettling stories. Guides such as Jonathan and Davinda connect haunting tales with gender inequality, violence, oppression, and memory. Expect research-led storytelling rather than costumes, theatrics, or jump scares.

“Rather different from a classic costumed ghost tour! We really enjoyed this interesting and engaging delve behind some of the ghost stories, with an entertaining and knowledgable guide. Will definitely look into other tours by Uncomfortable Oxford.”

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8.Ghost Tour of Oxford

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Follow Lady Gargoyle, also known as Jess, through Oxford’s dark lanes for 90 minutes of ghost stories and history. Visit St Michael’s tower, Broad Street, the Bridge of Sighs, Merton, Christ Church, and Brasenose College. Expect theatrical storytelling, gruesome deaths, family-friendly humor, and a private group of up to 15.

“A splendid evening spent on a spooky ghost tour with Lady Gargoyle! Great communication in the lead up and the tour itself was excellent. Would highly recommend. Thank you!”

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9.Oxford Twilight Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Meet at Trinity College at 6:30 pm for a 75-minute English-language walk through Oxford’s gruesome past and ghostly tales. Guide Simon is praised for linking local history with thought-provoking stories, while another guide is a current student who knows the city well. The walk ends at the Bridge of Sighs.

“This is a very good ghost walk that blends the history of Oxford with thought- provoking tales. Simon knows Oxford very well.”

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