Edinburgh Harry Potter Walking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Visit the Elephant House café, birthplace of Harry Potter
- Explore Greyfriars Kirkyard, inspiration for character names
- See Victoria Street, inspiration for Diagon Alley
- Discover the Balmoral Hotel, where J.K. Rowling completed the series
- Learn about Edinburgh's influence on the wizarding world
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Edinburgh's Harry Potter locations
- Visit to the Elephant House café, birthplace of Harry Potter
- Exploration of Greyfriars Kirkyard, inspiration for character names
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: We will finish the tour near Edinburgh Castle
Meeting point
Start Location
William Chambers Monument, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, UK
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
- The tour operates rain or shine; please dress appropriately
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather
- Bring a camera to capture the magical locations
- Arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- There is approximately 1.5 miles walking, at an easy pace
- The tour is wheelchair accessible, although there are many hills
Traveler reviews
A great way to learn the influence of Edinburgh on the Harry Potter series...
What a fun tour! Our guide, I believe his name was Kieran, was incredibly knowledgeable about the relationship between the people and places of Edinburgh and their influence on how Harry Potter came to be. Kieran made it a fun, interactive experience, with enjoyable moments for the whole group, including Potter fans of all ages.
Great for Harry Potter Fans of any kind of range
Awesome tour Kieran was so great. I am a fan of the movies and learning more about the influence Edinburgh has on the series was fascinating. Definitely recommend this tour, I loved the point system and the sorting hat!
Great tour!!
This was a comprehensive tour for the diehard Harry Potter fan and equally interesting for the novice fan. Our guide Robbie was fantastic!!
Edinburgh Harry Potter
A really fun walking tour of Edinburgh Old Town highlighting some great sites which are connected with JK Rowling writing of the books. Good stories, legends, and facts about her inspiration for locations and characters. Worth it even if you are not a Harry Potter expert.
Brilliant experience
Amazing experience, leisurely pace and thoroughly knowledgeable guide. Robbie was incredible. Perfect length for a tour too