Harry Potter Walking Tour, Edinburgh
Harry Potter Walking Tour Edinburgh highlights
Take a walking tour of Edinburgh, the enchanting city where renowned author JK Rowling penned Harry Potter
Explore every nook and cranny of the city to discover the places where the author composed the magical series
Find out which house you belong to and what blood runs through your veins: pure blood, muggle, or squib
Test your Harry Potter wisdom with an audio-visual quiz and gain points for your house by answering a trivia
Visit Tom Riddle's grave in Greyfriars Kirkyard and get immersed in the dark and eerie ambiance
maps_and_location
Harry Potter Walking Tour Edinburgh cancellation_policy
- If cancellation are made 1 days before the date of travel then 0.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- If cancellation are made 0 days to 1 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.
Why Choose Thrillophilia
Harry Potter Walking Tour Edinburgh overview
Meeting Location: 45 Chambers St, Edinburgh EH1 1JF, United Kingdom
Operational Hours: Time varies according to your chosen time slot.
Activity Duration: 2 Hours
About the Harry Potter Walking Tour Edinburgh:
When you're in Edinburgh, don't miss out on this incredible guided walking tour around the streets of this magnificent city, where Harry Potter's magical life unfolds. Find out where JK Rowling created her enchanting series and take a quiz to test your Harry Potter knowledge. For all Harry Potter lovers, this trip is a must-see.
About the Activity:
- Arrive at the meeting spot and prepare to tour Edinburgh, the magical city where JK Rowling got the idea to write Harry Potter.
- Meet your professional guide and begin exploring the city's streets, discovering the places where the author sat and wrote the enchanting series as well as gave life to some famous characters.
- During the Harry Potter Walking Tour in Edinburgh, you can learn which Hogwarts house you belong to and if you're a pureblood, muggle, or squib.
- You may put your harry potter skills to the test with an audio-visual quiz and earn some crucial house points.
- Outside the city chambers, see JK Rowling's golden handprints, and visit Tom Riddle's grave in Greyfriars Kirkyard.
- Take lots of pictures of yourself and your loved ones while on this wonderful walking trip.
How to Reach?
- By Car: Hire a cab and come via Regent Rd/A1 to reach your destination within 10 minutes.
- By Train: From North Bridge (Stop NC) take train no. 30 to reach at South Bridge within 3 minutes. Then walk for at least 4 minutes to reach your destination.
Don't Miss:
- Looking for some more walking tours in Edinburgh? Do checkout our Edinburgh Old Town History & Tales Walking Tour.
Harry Potter Walking Tour Edinburgh faqs
Which are the best Harry Potter Sites in Edinburgh?
1. George Heriot’s School: Situated in the Lauriston Place, the George Heriot’s School was built in 1628 as a charitable school for young boys and an orphanage. Now a secondary school, the structure and architecture of the school is said to have defined the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Visit this school on your Harry Potter Walking tour Edinburgh and click some great pictures.
2. Greyfriars Kirkyard: Located in the Greyfriars Place, one can spot the Greyfriars Kirkyard distinctly. It is widely known that the certain characters in the Harry Potter series by JK Rowling were drawn from a few specific gravestones. Look out for the grave of Thomas Riddell, which is known to have inspired the name Lord Voldemart.
3. Victoria Street & the Grassmarket Area: Known for its inspiration behind the Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter series, the Victoria Street is an old colourful street with various places to drink, shop, eat and visit. The Grassmarket area is also a similar narrow curve lively with various etsy shops. Visit these markets and admire the lively atmosphere on your Harry Potter Walking tour Edinburgh.
4. Potterrow Street: A pedestrian underpass tunnel, the Potterrow street is filled with Edinburgh university buildings, student housing colonies, and a few eateries. It is believed that the last name of the protagonist in the Harry Potter series might have been inspired from this street. Pass by this street on your Harry Potter Walking tour Edinburgh.
What is included in the Harry Potter walking tour in Edinburgh?
Can we take pictures on our Harry Potter walking tour in Edinburgh?
Yes, you can most definitely click some great pictures on your Harry Potter Walking tour Edinburgh. Do not forget to look out for historical buildings and cafes to capture some great memories of the popular writer JK Rowling.
Where did JK Rowling write the Harry Potter series in Edinburgh?
Now known as the Spoon, JK Rowling wrote most of the Harry Potter series in the then Nicolson’s cafe. Major part of the series was also written in the Elephant House, which is a top tourist attraction in Edinburgh.
Is the guide Included?
Why is Edinburgh so famous?
With its rich and varied history, marvellous historical attractions and several UNESCO World Heritage sites, Edinburgh is known to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is also widely known for its contribution and passion for literary arts, comedy, culture, high education and so on.
Which are the best things to do in Edinburgh at night?
1. Dine, Drink and Wander Down The Royal Mile: Stretching from the Scottish Parliament up to Holyrood Palace, the Royal mile is a popular road for shoppers, cafe goers and leisure travellers alike. Filled with bars and restaurants, the atmosphere on the Royal Mile is lively and vibrant at night.
2. The Grassmarket Pub Crawl: Situated at the Castle Rock, the Grassmarket is the place to go if you are looking for an exciting pub crawl. Filled with markets and cafes during the day, the Grassmarket comes alive with its fancy bars and unique cocktails at night.
3. Climb to the Top of Arthur’s Seat and Watch the Sunrise: Climb to the top of Arthur's seat just before the sunrise and soak in the views of Edinburgh including the popular structures such as Fife, the Forth Bridges, and the River Forth. Witnessing sunrise from this seat is one of the best things to do in Edinburgh at night.
Which are the best cafes in Edinburgh?
1. Nicolson’s Cafe: Formerly known as Nicolson’s cafe, and now known as the Spoon, this space is a bistro cum restaurant. It is popularly known that JK Rowling had written the early chapters of Harry Potter on the first floor of this building. Enjoy some great lunch or a scrumptious dinner, followed by a coffee or a desert on your Harry Potter Walking Tour Edinburgh.
2. The Elephant House: One of the most popular Harry Potter places in Edinburgh, the Elephant house is usually open for lunch, dinner, coffee or breakfast. Owing to the fact that most of the Harry Potter novels were penned down here, the Elephant house is a popular tourist spot, and it is recommended to arrive early.
3. Balmoral Hotel: Built in the 19th century, the Balmoral Hotel is a five star hotel, offering some great restaurants and afternoon tea, perfect for a grand tea experience. This is the hotel wherein JK Rowling wrote the last part of the book, the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
What are the best Edinburgh attractions tickets & tours that I can book via Thrillophilia?
Here is the list of best Edinburgh attractions tickets & tours that you can book via Thrillophilia:
- Edinburgh Zoo Tickets
- Edinburgh Dungeon Tickets
- Maid Of The Forth Sightseeing Cruise, Queensferry
- Haunted Underground Vaults & Graveyard Tour, Edinburgh
- History of Whisky with Tasting & Storytelling, Edinburgh
- St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife Tour, Edinburgh
- Hadrians Wall & Roman Britain Tour from Edinburgh