• 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.
• Palace of Holyroodhouse - After the tour, you’ll be given your tickets for the Palace of Holyrood, the formal house of the British Monarch in Scotland, and a fascinating historical site!

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

• Food & Drinks
• Hotel pickup / drop-off

Embark on an enchanting tour of Edinburgh with our enthusiastic Potter-head guide and explore the locations that inspired JK Rowling’s magical universe. Next, visit the esteemed Palace of Holyrood House to experience a glimpse of Royal life in Scotland!

This tour is perfect for both Potter enthusiasts and history lovers!

Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, journey to the historic Waverley Station and then to Edinburgh University Old College, a renowned campus that sparked JK Rowling’s imagination. We continue through the evocative Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard to see Tom Riddle’s Grave and the Elephant Café where JK Rowling envisioned Harry Potter’s world!

Enjoy stunning views of Edinburgh Castle as we make our way to Victoria Street, believed to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley. We conclude near Edinburgh City Chambers, where you’ll discover JK Rowling’s influence on the city. After the tour, you’ll receive your tickets to the magnificent Palace of Holyrood, the official Scottish residence of the British Monarch!

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