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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 on Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour, Edinburgh.
Victoria Street, Edinburgh, Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour
Potterrow Port in Edinburgh during Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour.
Edinburgh street with Harry Potter tour guide and group near historic buildings.
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George Heriot's School in Edinburgh, inspiration for Hogwarts in Harry Potter walking tour.
Greyfriar's Kirkyard, Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour
Harry Potter walking tour group in Edinburgh 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.
Tourists exploring Edinburgh Castle with a guide in Edinburgh, Scotland.
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
Princes Street Gardens with Edinburgh Castle view, part of Glenfinnan, Glencoe, Fort William tour.
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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Steam Train on Glenfinnan Viaduct in Scotland
Remote hut nestled in lush greenery with mountains in Glencoe, Scotland.
Glenfinnan Viaduct with train on Fort William tour from Edinburgh.
Glenfinnan monument at the head of Loch Shiel
Loch Ness private air-conditioned transfer with scenic views of the Scottish Highlands.
Three Sisters of Glencoe with tourist admiring the panoramic view, Scotland, UK.
The Glenfinnan Monument, Scotland.
Princes Street Gardens with Edinburgh Castle view, part of Glenfinnan, Glencoe, Fort William tour.
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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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Tourists at Alnwick Castle
Lindisfarne Castle on rocky hilltop overlooking Northumberland coast, England.
Flodden Field Monument with surrounding landscape in Northumberland, England.
Loch Ness private air-conditioned transfer with scenic views of the Scottish Highlands.
Village Coldstream along River Tweed, Scotland with historic stone bridge and lush greenery.
Edinburgh street with Harry Potter tour group near historic buildings.
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Lindisfarne Castle on Holy Island with ruins of Priory in the foreground.
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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 in Edinburgh, inspiration for Diagon Alley, with colorful shops and cobblestone path.
Tour guide engaging with visitors during a Harry Potter walking tour
Tourists on Harry Potter walking tour in Edinburgh, passing historic buildings and landmarks.
Tour guide leading Harry Potter-themed tour in Edinburgh with tourists.
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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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