Ominous Oxford Ghost Tours of Oxford

Terrible Tours: The Ominous Oxford Ghost Tour 👻

Oxford looks polite on postcards. Honey-stone buildings, grand quads, clever people everywhere… but step into the wrong lane after dark and the city starts to feel older, stranger, and just a bit too quiet.

The Ominous Oxford Ghost Tour is a wickedly entertaining walk through the city’s shadowy corners and sinister stories. No jump-scares. No silly costumes. Just eerie history, dark humour, and the kind of tales that make you glance over your shoulder. You’ll:

• Uncover ghost stories and grim legends woven into Oxford’s streets
• Hear about executions, disappearances, and unsolved mysteries that still hang in the air
• Slip through ancient alleyways and hidden passages where the city feels unnervingly close
• Meet Oxford’s most notorious characters - the cruel, the cursed, and the downright odd
• See famous sights - but through a lens of terror, tragedy, and terrible decisions

Expect chilling storytelling, historic scandal, and just enough laughter to keep the dread at bay. Perfect for visitors, locals, students, and anyone who likes their history a little… haunted.

Important Tour Info

What’s included:

• A 90-minute walking tour led by an enthusiastic, witty guide
• Ghost stories, dark history, and eerie Oxford folklore
• Plenty of photo-worthy stops - and a few places you’ll never look at the same again

Exclusions:
We’ll explore the outsides of iconic colleges and historic buildings, but won’t go inside (to keep the pace up and avoid extra entry costs).

Good to Know

• ✅ Wheelchair accessible (route-dependent)
• ✅ Stroller / pram accessible
• ✅ Pets welcome
• ✅ Close to public transport

If you’re running late, don’t panic - just call and leave a voicemail on +44 1223 901 007.

What Should I Bring?

We run rain or shine, so come prepared:

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Layers, rain jackets, or warm clothing (especially for evening tours)
• A bottle of water
• And a brave face (you’ll need it) 😈

Cancellation Policy

Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before your scheduled tour.