Podcast Tour Oxford The Real Magic of Alice Harry and Lyra

Step beyond the veil of reality and discover the hidden Oxford that birthed the world's greatest fantasy epics. On this whimsical and nostalgic redthread tour, you'll trace the footsteps of Lewis Carroll, J.K. Rowling's cinematic wizards, and Philip Pullman's parallel universes. From a 15th-century sweet shop to the gritty canals of Jericho, we'll reveal how ancient academia, gothic architecture, and overlooked local spaces transformed into Wonderland, Hogwarts, and Lyra's Oxford. Join us to find the magic hiding in plain sight. - A 3.9 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 120 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Pop Culture & Media Landscapes and Art, Design & Aesthetics - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

1. 1

   Alice’s Shop

   10 min

   The 15th-century sweet shop that inspired Lewis Carroll's 'Old Sheep Shop'.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   10 min

   The epicenter of Oxford's fantasy connections, inspiring Hogwarts.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   10 min

   Philip Pullman's alma mater and the inspiration for Jordan College.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   10 min

   A masterpiece of English Gothic architecture, used as the Hogwarts Hospital Wing.

5. 5

   New College

   10 min

   Filming location for Harry Potter, famous for the Draco Malfoy ferret scene.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   10 min

   A dense anthropology museum that inspired a key location in His Dark Materials.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   10 min

   The working-class waterways that inspired the Fens in His Dark Materials.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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