• Edinburgh City Chambers - Discover J.K. Rowling’s life before she became a renowned author. Admire her handprints outside the city chambers and see if your hand matches hers. It’s a great spot for a photo.
• Mercat Cross - Learn about the Unicorn’s importance to Scotland and its role in the famous books. Hear about other mythical creatures and their impact on Scotland, and understand why J.K. Rowling drew inspiration from them.
• The Balmoral Spa - As you view the iconic Balmoral Hotel, your guide will share stories of J.K. Rowling’s six-month stay and its significance. Discover the inspirations for The Ministry of Magic and Gringotts Bank, and visit New College, the school of divinity, where you might enter the courtyard of Hogwarts itself.
• Edinburgh Castle - With the majestic castle as your backdrop, learn about the notorious witch trials and their importance to the wizarding world. Discover why Edinburgh Castle is significant to The Boy Wizard and enjoy a stunning view of the city’s south side, including the building that inspired Hogwarts.
• Victoria Street - Stroll down the street that inspired the famous Diagon Alley. Visit the official Harry Potter shop and try Butterbeer. See the shop that inspired The Weasleys’ Joke Shop. It’s a fantastic photo opportunity on Edinburgh’s most Instagrammed street.
• Greyfriars Kirk - Explore the cemetery that inspired the names of Harry Potter characters. See the graves of those who lent their names to some of the world’s most famous witches and wizards. Conclude the tour by the statue that inspired one of the wizarding world’s most loyal beings.

• 2 hour walking tour
• See the sights that inspired the wizarding world
• Reduced rate for children
• Under 5s are free
• Fun Walking Tour with a Harry Potter Fan

• Tea and coffee
• Hotel pickup or drop off
• In-vehicle air conditioning

Are you a Harry Potter enthusiast? Have you delved into the books and watched the films, pondering where the imaginative locations originated?

Wonder no more! Discover where J.K. Rowling found inspiration for the magical settings in her books by joining the Boy Wizard Tour.

Accompany a passionate tour guide, a self-proclaimed nerd and avid fan of the wizarding world, as they lead you through Edinburgh, sharing the history and inspiration behind some of the most iconic places in Harry Potter.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.