Experience the more magical side of Edinburgh on a 2-hour guided walking tour and visit the sites that inspired J.K. Rowling's best-selling Harry Potter books.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Starting time 3:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Learn about the inspiration for Diagon Alley and Quidditch
- Discover where Lord Voldemort is buried and the origins of Harry Potter
- See the original Hogwarts School
- Visit the cafés and hotel where J.K. Rowling wrote her books
Full description
Experience a little magic on a 2-hour walking tour of Edinburgh that is perfect for all fans of Harry Potter. Learn all the stories and secrets behind the best selling books by J.K. Rowling in the city where she wrote them.
Visit the original sites that provided the inspiration for Hogwarts and the characters who dwelled within its magical walls. Stroll along the High Street to see where Diagon Alley came to life and where Lord Voldemort is buried. See the original Hogwarts School, and look at a virtual school assembly of its characters!
Learn how Edinburgh’s own dark history of witches and wizards played a role in inspiring J.K. Rowling along the way.
Includes
- Local guide
- Walking tour
- Hotel pickup and drop off
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
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Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Meet by the Tron Kirk, in front of Frankie & Benny's on 130 High Street. Look for the guides with the red t-shirts and red umbrellas.
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Know before you go
- Children under 5 years old who are accompanied by an adult can join this tour for free
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Unfortunately, guests in wheelchairs are not advised to join the Harry Potter tour, due to the narrow stairways and steep hills involved. The local tour operator apologizes for any inconvenience or disappointment caused
- While the tour usually includes the sites and stories mentioned and lasts about 2 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group
