Edinburgh Tour: Fantasy Meets History

Embark on an enchanting Edinburgh Harry Potter Tour and discover the magical locations and story origins that inspired J.K. Rowling. Uncover the connection between Hogwarts and Lauriston Place, explore unique and eerie places that influenced character names, and find Rowling’s handprints. Experience the ‘birthplace’ of Harry Potter and determine your…

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Edinburgh City Chambers - Feel the stone plaques where Rowling’s handprints are set. Experience the lively atmosphere of the Royal Mile as history surrounds the magic.
  • Victoria Street - Walk under a curve of colorful façades. The sloping cobblestones and unique shops bring Diagon Alley to life.
  • The Elephant House - Visit the café known…
What's Included
  • Private guide
Additional Information

A private walking tour takes you through Edinburgh, where fantasy intertwines with history.
Stroll through Edinburgh, a place where fantasy and history converge. The guide unveils the streets that inspired the wizarding world. This two-hour tour traces the footsteps of J.K. Rowling’s imagination. At the City Chambers, witness her handprints set in stone….

Location
Edinburgh City Chambers
High Street
We’ll meet beside Edinburgh City Chambers. Your guide will welcome you at the entrance so you can begin your magical walk.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Rebeccakb2464nu
May 13, 2025
An adventure tour worth every penny - It was a tour combining fiction with history, making it ideal for the entire family. We enjoyed the good stories told by the guide. We were able to ask questions and the guide was quite engaging. It is a tour worth every penny.
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Wendella134
Apr 10, 2025
A treasure trove of information and fun - It was like a treasure trove of information and fun. I left feeling inspired and even more connected to the magical world of Harry Potter. Don’t miss out on this enchanting experience.
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C4768dpxavierd
Feb 10, 2025
It was an enchanting experience - This Harry Potter walking tour was an enchanting experience, like a magical shortcut to discovering Edinburgh's hidden Harry Potter treasures. The guide's expert guidance and immersive storytelling was a delight.
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C9133vulukem
Jan 4, 2025
This private walking tour is an absolute must-do while in Edinburgh - We delved into the stories and secrets behind each iconic location. If you're a Harry Potter fan venturing to Edinburgh, then this private walking tour is an absolute must-do.
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Cynthia_b
Aug 31, 2024
Fun. - We loved everything about it. I think watching the school children in uniform in the courtyard was my favorite since it was so similar to the movie visually with the atmosphere.
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Adamgasnikov
Aug 2, 2024
This tour is definitely recommend - This Harry Potter tour was amazing. Me and my family are Harry Potter fans and we enjoyed this tour. The guide was knowledgeable and full of energy. This tour is definitely recommend.
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Sara_m
Oct 18, 2023
Fun! - This was a really cute tour for those who love JK Rowling and the Harry Potter books. The guide was very knowledgeable and did a great job! If you are not a Harry Potter fan I would not recommend.
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Bettynano
Feb 24, 2023
Great tour guide - We took our five year old son on this tour. Our tour guide Harrison was both funny and informative. We loved hearing about all things Harry Potter, but also historical and anecdotal tales relating to Edinburgh, Scotland, the English language and so on.
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Janet_b
May 12, 2025
Nice Harry Potter Tour - This was a good tour. Our tour guide spoke rather quickly; therefore, it was difficult to understand his English at times. It lasted about 2 hours, and the tour focused on JK Rowling's creative influences surrounding the Edinburgh area as she scripted the novels.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).