Morse, Lewis & Endeavour – Oxford Walking Tour

Step into the world of Oxford’s legendary TV detectives with our Morse, Lewis & Endeavour Walking Tour. Explore the historic streets, colleges, and pubs where decades of gripping crime dramas were filmed. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a curious visitor, this tour offers a unique way to experience Oxford’s history, architecture, and on-screen charm.

Led by fully qualified Oxford Green Badge Guides, many of whom witnessed filming firsthand, this tour combines insider stories, filming anecdotes, and Oxford’s real-life backdrop for a truly unforgettable experience.

Heidi Boon Rickard, owner of Walking Tours of Oxford, is also the author of Morse, Lewis, Endeavour and Oxford – A Guide Celebrating 35 Years on Screen, offering fans an in-depth look at Oxford’s iconic television locations.

• Start time: 2pm (“Shall we say 2pm?” – as Max would say)
• Days: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (check Book Now for current availability)
• Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes (90 minutes in winter)
• Price: £24 per person (+ small booking fee)
• Group size: Maximum 20 guests per guide (often smaller)
• Meeting point: Martyrs’ Memorial, St Giles, Oxford

Follow in the footsteps of Inspector Morse, Lewis, and Endeavour as your guide takes you through Oxford’s streets and college exteriors featured in the series. Discover the real-life inspiration behind the crimes, hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, and see the landmarks that became characters in their own right.

• Famous filming locations across Oxford city centre and university
• Historic college facades seen in key episodes
• Iconic pubs and streets that fans instantly recognise
• Stories about filming days, cast sightings, and Oxford’s starring role on screen

Please note: this tour does not include entry into any colleges or university buildings, but visits many famous exteriors featured in the shows.

• Led by fully qualified guides with first-hand knowledge of filming in Oxford
• Ideal for fans of Morse, Lewis, and Endeavour, as well as history and architecture enthusiasts
• Popular tour — often fully booked weeks in advance, so early booking is recommended
• Exclusive to direct bookings

Due to uneven pavements and cobbled lanes, this tour may not be suitable for wheelchairs or those with limited mobility. Contact us about arranging a private accessible tour.
No dogs on public tours, please.

Despite less than glorious weather, I did this tour based on the Morse, Lewis, Endeavour TV series with our excellent guide Heidi on 17 May. It was possibly the best guided tour in any city that I have ever taken part in! Her knowledge of the “content” and the ease with which we were guided around the area, with detailed descriptions of the buildings appearing in different episodes – no mean feat – but also the information about the actors and links between the different stories, most of which I would never have worked out for myself! Even a non-Morse person would have been interested in hearing about the tricks of the trade turning derelict doors into enticing fake premises! If I ever find I am going to Oxford again I think I shall book the same tour if possible, well worth re-visiting the places!
Karin
UK
May 2021

Step into Oxford’s TV history and follow in the footsteps of your favourite detectives. Click BOOK NOW to check availability and secure your place.