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Private Harry Potter Tour - Discover JK Rowling's Edinburgh

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Overview

Join your own private Potterhead guide to discover the best of Edinburgh–perfect for families and groups! See the sights that inspired JK Rowling’s wizarding universe, and learn secret stories and fun facts along the way!

Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we first head to historic Waverley Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College – a famous old campus that provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations

We continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which is home to Tom Riddle’s Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up her wizarding world!

Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street –said to be the inspiration for a very famous wizarding alley –and we finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city

Ideal for families and groups, this fun-filled Potter tour is sure to be a highlight of your trip to Edinburgh!

What's Included

  • Learn about JK Rowling’s life in Edinburgh
  • 2-hour private walking tour
  • See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
  • Food & Drinks
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off
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122 High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1SG, UK

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253 High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1YJ, UK

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Royal Mile

After meeting your Potter-head guide near Tron Kirk Market, your tour starts with a stroll along Edinburgh’s world-famous Royal Mile!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Greyfriars

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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Harry Potter Tour – Discover JK Rowling’s Edinburgh?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-75760P380

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  • 2-hour private walking tour
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  • Food & Drinks
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