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Enjoy a Harry Potter-themed walking tour across Edinburgh. See the city where JK Rowling found inspiration for Hogwarts, her famous characters, and discover the place where she wrote the books. Have your Harry Potter trivia tested with an audio-visual quiz, and earn points for your house. Find out which Hogwarts House you’re in, and whether you’re a pure-blood, a muggle, or a squib. Visit the Grave of Tom Riddle in Greyfriars Kirkyard, and pass JK Rowling’s golden handprints outside City Chambers. See all this and more on a magical guided tour.

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we first head to historic Waverley Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College - a famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations. We continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle's Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up the world of Harry Potter! Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street - said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley - and we finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city.

Experience a little magic on a 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. 

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then, enter the incredible Edinburgh Castle! Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we first head to historic Waverley Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College – a famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations. We continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle’s Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up the world of Harry Potter! Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street – said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley – and we finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city. After the tour, you’ll be given your tickets for Edinburgh Castle, the city’s most famous landmark.

Edinburgh has become one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. We will know the history of this medieval city, with more than 3000 years, from the first tribes that populated it, the Picts, to the men in skirts. We will talk about its most important buildings, such as St. Giles Cathedral, or Edinburgh Castle. We will walk through its most emblematic streets, such as the Royal Mile , or Victoria Street . We will visit the sculpture of the puppy Bobby , which is next to the Greyfriars cemetery, where many mysteries and legends are hidden, and some paranormal activity. Part of the Harry Potter book was written in Edinburgh and its writer, JK Rowling, used the inspiration graveyard, join us to discover where she wrote and what she used as inspiration for her novels. With so many centuries of history , the capital of Scotland is rich in history and legends. You cannot miss this incredible visit to Edinburgh.

Created by a Potter fan who loves trivia, this self-guided (audio) tour takes you to some of the most magical sites in Edinburgh which inspired the Harry Potter series. You can spend as much or as little time at each stop and explore at your own pace. Stops include a place where some of the books were penned, a graveyard which inspired many names in the series, a shopping street that could be called a real world Diagon alley and much more. Post booking, you will receive an email with details on how to access the tour. We recommend that you download the guide to your mobile device so that you can access it when offline. The app also has a map to guide you on your path. We're confident you'll love our tour! Not satisfied? Write to us and will offer you a full refund The tour starts at the Elephant house cafe, ends at the Edinburgh Royal mile and is best enjoyed between 10 am and 4 pm.

Discover the magic of Edinburgh and the amazing sights that inspired JK Rowling’s wizarding world – all with our fun Potter-head guide! This small-group walking tour is perfect for people who want a more personalised in-depth Potter themed tour of the city. We’ll meet at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, and the first stop of the tour is at the historic Waverley Train Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College – a famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration to JK Rowling’s creations. We continue through the atmospheric old streets of the Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle’s Grave and a shop that inspired Diagon Alley on Victoria Street. We’ll also pass by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up the world of Harry Potter! We conclude our tour near the city’s most famous landmark, beautiful Edinburgh Castle! This is a great tour for families & die hard fans of Harry Potter!

Begin by meeting your guide in the center of the city. You'll be introduced to the city, its history and neighbourhoods. Continue towards the New Town, and admire elegant examples of neoclassical architecture including The Georgian House. Be transported back in time and listen to your guide explaining what high society life was like in 18th and 19th century Edinburgh. Next, head to the Scottish National Gallery. Discover the artworks of some of Scotland’s most famous artists including Sir Henry Raeburn, Alexander Nasmyth, the Glasgow Boys. Cross over to the Old Town. Stroll along its medieval cobbled lanes and discover its most important sites, including Greyfriars Graveyard, Grassmarket, and Victoria Street. Delve into the history of Edinburgh Castle, and recall the fascinating stories of kings, queens, battles and sieges.

If you love Harry Potter and want to indulge in the amazing whisky that Scotland is so famous for, then this is the combo tour for you! Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide to see the places that inspired JK Rowling, then learn about and taste incredible whisky with a local expert! Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we first head to historic Waverley Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College – a famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations. We continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle’s Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up the world of Harry Potter! Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street – said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley – and we finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city. After the tour, enjoy some free time before heading to an underground cellar where a true whisky expert will guide you through the history and hilarious stories of Scotch Whisky. You will try multiple drams from various different regions from the highlands to the lowlands – a perfect way to kick off your evening!

Start your tour in front of the statue of Sir James Young Simpson. Walk through the Princess Street Gardens and admire their beauty while learning about their dark secrets. Stop at Ross fountain to enjoy some stunning views of Edinburgh Castle. Then, take a walk past a series of monuments dedicated to historical wars and battles. Next, delve into the hidden alleyways of the Royal Mile. The Royal Mile was the spine of the Old Town, where people congregated, traded, and battled. After strolling down the picturesque Victoria Street, move on to the historic Grassmarket. This is one of the places where public executions took place in the city. Find out about some of the individuals who were punished here. Move on to Greyfriars Kirkyard, the burial ground for many famous and infamous historical figures. Then, walk along George IV Bridge and see the spots where some of the Harry Potter stories were written. Finish off your tour with a visit to Parliament Square and the High Street. Learn about about kings and rebel queens, feared religious leaders, and Scotland's national animal: the unicorn.