• Royal Mile - After meeting your guide and fellow Potter-heads near Tron Kirk Market, your tour starts with a stroll along Edinburgh’s world-famous Royal Mile!
• Edinburgh Waverley Station - We’ll stop at a great viewpoint to see the historical Waverley Train station, much used by JK Rowling and an inspiration for trains being an iconic part of a young wizard’s journey.
• New Town - Looking over Edinburgh New Town, your guide will point out some key features that played a major part in the creation of the magical Harry Potter world.
• University of Edinburgh - Next, we’ll pass by this famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration to JK Rowling’s creations…. This place might remind you of Hogwarts!
• Old Town - We continue through the atmospheric streets of the Old Town, where your guide will show you many of the city’s most famous historical landmarks.
• Greyfriars Kirkyard - In this spooky graveyard you will see many recognisable names from the Potter world - this is the site of Tom Riddell’s grave and a number of other names used for JK Rowling’s characters.
• Edinburgh Castle - You’ll enjoy wonderful views of this beautiful old castle, which plays a huge part in Scottish history as well as inspiring JK Rowling’s Potter Universe.
• Victoria street - With its colourful independent shops, overhanging street signs and the cobbled street that twists and turns out of view, it’s easy to see why this is said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley!
• Edinburgh City Chambers - We end the tour at the City Chambers where we see the impact that JK Rowling has had on Edinburgh itself, and her huge contributions to the local community.
• Edinburgh Castle - After the tour, you’ll be given your Edinburgh Castle tickets to explore its stunning architecture, the Crown Jewels, Stone of Destiny, and the National War Museum. Enjoy breathtaking city views from the castle’s vantage points at your own pace.

• See Edinburgh’s top Harry Potter sights
• 2-hour walking tour with a small group
• Tickets for Edinburgh Castle
• Fun local guide!

• Snacks & Drinks (please bring these along with you)
• Hotel pickup / drop-off (please make your own way to the start point)

Embark on a magical journey through Edinburgh with our enthusiastic Potter-head guide and discover the locations that inspired JK Rowling’s wizarding world! Your adventure includes tickets to the magnificent Edinburgh Castle.

Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we’ll first visit the historic Waverley Station. Next, we’ll head to the iconic Edinburgh University Old College, a campus that greatly influenced JK Rowling’s creations.

Our tour continues through the enchanting Old Town, with a stop at Greyfriars Kirkyard, the inspiration for Tom Riddle’s Grave, and a pass by the Elephant Café, where JK Rowling spent countless hours crafting the Harry Potter universe.

Enjoy stunning views of Edinburgh Castle as we make our way to Victoria Street, believed to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley. We’ll conclude near Edinburgh City Chambers, where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s significant impact on the city.

After the tour, you’ll receive tickets to explore the breathtaking Edinburgh Castle at your leisure!

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