Harry Potter Top Sights Tour with Edinburgh Dungeons

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, seeing the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then, enjoy a spooky interactive experience at the Edinburgh Dungeons! Perfect for families and all Potter fans!
Starting on The Royal Mile, see historic Waverley Station and Edinburgh University Old College–a famous old campus that provided inspiration for Rowling’s creations. Continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard to visit Tom Riddle's Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat dreaming up the world of Harry Potter!
Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street–said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley. We finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city

After the tour, enter Edinburgh Dungeons where live actors play out scenes from Scotland’s horrible history!

What's Included

See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
2-hour walking tour with a small group
Fun local guide!
Tickets for Edinburgh Dungeons
Food & Drinks
Hotel pickup / drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Tron Kirk Market

We meet outside of the Tron Kirk (The Royal Mile Market). Opposite Bella Italia on the world-famous Royal Mile. The nearest train station is Waverly Station, a 10-minute walk away.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    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!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    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!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    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.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    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.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    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!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    The Edinburgh Dungeon

    After the tour, you’ll be given tickets for Edinburgh Dungeons for a fun interactive experience, where live actors play out scenes from Scotland’s horrible history!

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please be aware that this is a walking tour on sometimes uneven terrain
Supplied by Top Sights Tours Group LLC

Tags

Half-day Tours
Movie Tours
Walking Tours
Ghost Tours
Harry Potter Tours
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

Show more

from per person
Was {{currencySymbol}}{{ summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount }}