Edinburgh Harry Potter Tour & Castle Visit: Explore Wizarding Landmarks & Historical Sites
4.6
12 Ratings
Edinburgh
Embark on a magical walking tour of Edinburgh to discover the enchanting world of Harry Potter. Visit iconic Potter sights and explore the historical landmarks that inspired JK Rowling's wizarding universe. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the majestic Edinburgh Castle, a real-life Hogwarts experience.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Edinburgh Castle - Edinburgh Castle
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - Edinburgh Waverley Station
  • Edinburgh Old Town - Edinburgh Old Town
  • Greyfriars Kirkyard - Greyfriars Kirkyard
What's Included
  • Experience the magic with a local guide on a Potter-themed walking tour.
  • Gain entry to the iconic Edinburgh Castle.
What's Not Included
  • Snacks & Drinks during the walking tour
  • Travel to and from your hotel
Additional Information

Experience the Potter Landmarks & Explore Edinburgh Castle

Embark on an enlightening walking expedition of Edinburgh, unraveling the narrative and origins of the world’s most celebrated Wizard (you’re aware of him!). This journey includes a charming visit to the illustrious castle.

You’ll see a plethora of Potter landmarks spread across this enchanting city along with venues that kindled JK Rowling’s imagination to craft the magical universe we all love and cherish today.

We assemble at Tron Kirk situated on The Royal Mile, and begin our expedition by taking a gander at the iconic Waverley Train station, an integral element in a young wizard’s adventure.

Later, we make our way to Edinburgh University Old College, venture into the Old Town to explore a haunting cemetery, and pay a visit to a quaint shop along Victoria street, the inspiration behind Diagon Alley.

You’ll witness the structures and views that sparked JK Rowling’s creativity during the creation of her books, including the renowned cafe—The BIRTH PLACE of Harry Potter.

After the city exploration on foot, we proceed to the globally recognized Edinburgh castle, offering you a real-life Hogwarts experience.

Location
122 High St
High Street
Please arrive 10-15 mins before the experience starts. Meeting Point = Tron Kirk (The Royal Mile Market) - We meet outside of the Tron Kirk (Address: 122 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1SG, UK) - Opposite Bella Italia on the world famous Royal Mile
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(12 Ratings)
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Eddy_s
May 22, 2024
A very revealing Harry Potter's /JK Rowling tour - The tour unfortunately couldn't go to the Edinburgh castle due to a private event, and well happens. But how our guide showed not only knowledge, kindness but passion makes the hole difference. I would take it again and again.
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Z7135nolindab
May 18, 2024
Lovely tour of magical Edinburgh - Excellent tour of Edinburgh, and Kirsty was personable and knowledgeable. We saw much of Edinburgh locations that inspired the HP franchise and more. My family enjoyed it very much.
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Carrie_m
Apr 27, 2024
Great time! - Kirsty, our tour guide, was so knowledgeable about all things Harry Potter and Edinburgh. I had a great time! Highly recommend!
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Interactively
Dec 24, 2023
A definite "must" if you're a Harry Potter fan! - This was a fantastic tour that is definitely a "must." Our tour guide was hilarious, informative, and captivating. She had a wonderful sense of humor and really made the trip incredibly pleasurable.
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Jacob_g
Jul 5, 2023
Wonderful tour. - Benjamin was a wonderful host. Very funny and made the tour great for the 10 of us. Fun walk and insightful for the history of the author and sights.
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Janhanken
Jul 2, 2023
I highly recommend - Our guide Benjamin was excellent and made the tour so much fun. I would give him 5 stars+++! He even recommended the best place to get fish and chips. Great experience
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B8504mxchristines
Apr 22, 2023
A must in Edinburgh 🪄☺️ - Our guide, Benjamin, was such a nice polite informative guide.☺️ The told the stories with details and in a humorous way. Making Harry Potter even more interesting- can’t wait t to see and read everything once again, remember the sights were seen today in Edinburgh. We highly recommend this tour for all potter and Edinburgh fans 🤩🤩 Definitely a must in Edinburgh!! Thanks again Benjamin 🪄☺️
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Ben
Oct 15, 2019
Great way to see London - We had a wonderful time on our tour. Our guide, Nigel, was well versed in the history of each site and had fascinating stories that brought each to life. We took the 5 hour tour and loved ever minute. I’d recommend to any newbie to London who wants an overview of the sites.
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Yvonne_g
Apr 10, 2024
Just ok. - The tour guide was great but everything else was sub par. You just get a ticket for the castle the tour had nothing to do with the castle.
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Patricia
Dec 29, 2022
Do not recommend - Overall it was not what was expected. Even though our tour guide Benjamin was a nice person, the tour was poorly done. Half the time we were trying to keep up with him because he was moving too fast from spot to spot, we could barely look at stuff around us. The other time we could barely hear him over the weather and cars, depending on the spots that we were lead too. Overall I would not recommend this tour as we also did not get facts that were not already known to a true Harry Potter Fan.
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