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Harry Potter Edinburgh

Experience the magic of the world’s most famous wizard with tours of the city where JK Rowling found inspiration for Hogwarts and her famous characters. Book tours of Edinburgh, perfect for families with kids as you explore the winding streets, and mysterious alleys, and see filming locations featured in the movies.
Harry Potter Edinburgh
Edinburgh street with Harry Potter tour group near historic buildings.
Harry Potter walking tour group at Victoria Street, Edinburgh.
Gate to Greyfriars Kirkyard, Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour
Victoria Street, Edinburgh, Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour
Potterrow Port, Edinburgh, Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour
Edinburgh street with Harry Potter tour guide and group near historic buildings.
Toa Heftiba
George Heriot's School, Edinburgh.
Greyfriar's Kirkyard, Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour
Edinburgh street with Harry Potter tour guide and group near historic buildings.
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  • Experience the magic of Harry Potter on a 2-hour guided walking tour of Edinburgh, visiting inspirations behind J.K. Rowling's iconic series.

  • Visit Greyfriars Kirkyard, home to Tom Riddle's grave – a chilling yet magical sight that brings the books to life.

  • Engage in a fun-filled audio-visual quiz, test your Potter knowledge, and add points to your Hogwarts House.

  • Explore the ancient streets of Edinburgh that inspired Diagon Alley, and see J.K. Rowling's golden handprints at the City Chambers.

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  • Experience the magic of Harry Potter on a 2-hour guided walking tour of Edinburgh, visiting inspirations behind J.K. Rowling's iconic series.

  • Visit Greyfriars Kirkyard, home to Tom Riddle's grave – a chilling yet magical sight that brings the books to life.

  • Engage in a fun-filled audio-visual quiz, test your Potter knowledge, and add points to your Hogwarts House.

  • Explore the ancient streets of Edinburgh that inspired Diagon Alley, and see J.K. Rowling's golden handprints at the City Chambers.

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Edinburgh Castle view with Harry Potter tour group and whisky tasting experience in Scotland.
Group of tourists exploring Edinburgh's Amazing Harry Potter Tour with a guide, featuring a view of the historic Edinburgh Castle
Victoria Street, Edinburgh, Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour
Edinburgh street with tourists on a guided Harry Potter walking tour near historic buildings.
Edinburgh's Elephant House Cafe, inspiration for Harry Potter, with Edinburgh Castle in the background.
Edinburgh Harry Potter tour group near Edinburgh Castle entrance.
Edinburgh Castle entrance with Harry Potter tour signboards in Edinburgh, Scotland.
The University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh Castle overlooking Princes Street Gardens in Scotland.
Edinburgh Castle interior with historical artifacts and medieval architecture.
Guide interacting with tourists on a Harry Potter tour in Edinburgh
Edinburgh street with Harry Potter tour group near historic buildings.
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  • Go on a walking tour inspired by the magical world of Harry Potter, led by an English-speaking guide. and get exclusive access to Edinburgh Castle.

  • Sink in the 18th-century charm of Edinburgh University and visit Elephant House, the café where Rowling penned Harry Potter's character on a tissue.

  • Stroll in the Old Town to visit the graveyard housing Tom Riddle's grave, and explore the whimsical Victoria Street, which inspired Diagon Alley.

  • Gain entry to Edinburgh Castle, home to Scottish Crown Jewels, and learn how it inspired J.K. Rowling to create the Harry Potter world.

  • Fun fact: Suite 552 at Edinburgh's Balmoral Hotel is called "Rowling Suite" after the author, who wrote the final chapters of the book there.

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  • Go on a walking tour inspired by the magical world of Harry Potter, led by an English-speaking guide. and get exclusive access to Edinburgh Castle.

  • Sink in the 18th-century charm of Edinburgh University and visit Elephant House, the café where Rowling penned Harry Potter's character on a tissue.

  • Stroll in the Old Town to visit the graveyard housing Tom Riddle's grave, and explore the whimsical Victoria Street, which inspired Diagon Alley.

  • Gain entry to Edinburgh Castle, home to Scottish Crown Jewels, and learn how it inspired J.K. Rowling to create the Harry Potter world.

  • Fun fact: Suite 552 at Edinburgh's Balmoral Hotel is called "Rowling Suite" after the author, who wrote the final chapters of the book there.

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Guest standing by Glenfinnan Viaduct in Scotland with scenic mountain backdrop.
Remote hut surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in Glencoe, Scotland.
Fort William Tour from Edinburgh
Glenfinnan monument at the head of Loch Shiel
Private air conditioned transfers
Panoramic view of the Three Sisters of Glencoe with tourist, Scotland, UK.
The Glenfinnan Monument, Scotland.
Edinburgh Castle overlooking Princes Street Gardens in Scotland.
An expert guide giving information to tourists
Steam Train on Glenfinnan Viaduct in Scotland
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  • Enjoy a full-day trip to Glencoe, Fort William, and Glenfinnan with round-trip transfers from Edinburgh.

  • Traverse in an air-conditioned luxury coach and step into Glencoes’s cinematic connection with Harry Potter and James Bond.

  • Guided by a local English-speaking expert, stop at the bustling Glenfinnan Monument and Fort William for lunch, available for purchase.

  • Head to the Glenfinnan Viaduct known as the Harry Potter Bridge and marvel at this architectural marvel.

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  • Enjoy a full-day trip to Glencoe, Fort William, and Glenfinnan with round-trip transfers from Edinburgh.

  • Traverse in an air-conditioned luxury coach and step into Glencoes’s cinematic connection with Harry Potter and James Bond.

  • Guided by a local English-speaking expert, stop at the bustling Glenfinnan Monument and Fort William for lunch, available for purchase.

  • Head to the Glenfinnan Viaduct known as the Harry Potter Bridge and marvel at this architectural marvel.

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Woman training with broomstick
Tourists at Alnwick Castle
Lindisfarne Castle on the Northumberland coast, England
Flodden Field and Monument
Private air conditioned transfers
Village Coldstream along River Tweed, Scotland
Edinburgh street with Harry Potter tour group near historic buildings.
market square in Alnwick in Northumberland
Lindisfarne Castle and ruins of Priory, Holy Island
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  • Drive along the captivating Scottish-English border from Edinburgh, as you head to Alnwick Castle, a key filming location for movies like Harry Potter.

  • Explore Lindisfarne's tranquillity, then delve into Alnwick Castle's history with an English-speaking guide and multilingual audio guide.

  • On the way back, visit the town of Coldstream, and also get the chance to see Flodden Field, one of the best-preserved battlefields, if time permits.

  • With round-trip AC transfers from Edinburgh, enjoy your full-day tour stress-free.

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  • Drive along the captivating Scottish-English border from Edinburgh, as you head to Alnwick Castle, a key filming location for movies like Harry Potter.

  • Explore Lindisfarne's tranquillity, then delve into Alnwick Castle's history with an English-speaking guide and multilingual audio guide.

  • On the way back, visit the town of Coldstream, and also get the chance to see Flodden Field, one of the best-preserved battlefields, if time permits.

  • With round-trip AC transfers from Edinburgh, enjoy your full-day tour stress-free.

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Guide interacting with tourists on a Harry Potter tour in Edinburgh
Victoria Street also known as Diagon Alley in Edinburgh
Tour guide engaging with visitors during a Harry Potter walking tour
Group of tourists exploring Edinburgh on a Guided Harry Potter Walking Tour, passing by historic buildings and landmarks
Group of tourists on the Guided Harry Potter Walking Tour of Edinburgh, exploring the city's historic streets and landmarks related to the famous series
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  • Unfold the magic of Harry Potter's wizarding world on a personalized small group walking tour of Edinburgh led by an expert guide.

  • Discover Elephant Café, where JK Rowling created the magic of Harry Potter, and roam the vibrant Victoria Street, the real Diagon Alley.

  • Be captivated by the brooding Edinburgh Castle, and explore the spooky Greyfriars Kirkyard, home to the fictional grave of Tom Riddle.

  • Children can join for free in this family-friendly adventure as well. Want your tour to be a close-knit experience? Opt for the private tour option!

  • Did you know? The famed Glenfinnan Viaduct railway bridge over the Scottish Highlands is the same bridge over which the Hogwarts Express travels in the movies!

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  • Unfold the magic of Harry Potter's wizarding world on a personalized small group walking tour of Edinburgh led by an expert guide.

  • Discover Elephant Café, where JK Rowling created the magic of Harry Potter, and roam the vibrant Victoria Street, the real Diagon Alley.

  • Be captivated by the brooding Edinburgh Castle, and explore the spooky Greyfriars Kirkyard, home to the fictional grave of Tom Riddle.

  • Children can join for free in this family-friendly adventure as well. Want your tour to be a close-knit experience? Opt for the private tour option!

  • Did you know? The famed Glenfinnan Viaduct railway bridge over the Scottish Highlands is the same bridge over which the Hogwarts Express travels in the movies!

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