Harry Potter's Edinburgh Tour and House of Illusions Experience

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3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience the magic of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then immerse yourself in over 100 amazing tricks and illusions at the city's most magical attraction! And with one of the city's best views!
Starting on The Royal Mile, see historic Waverley Station. and Edinburgh University Old College —a famous old campus that provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations. Continue through the atmospheric Old Town, visiting Greyfriars Kirkyard to see Tom Riddle's Grave, and the Elephant Café where JK Rowling dreamed up Harry Potter's world!
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 to learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city.
After the tour, you'll be given your tickets for the World of Illusions experience - 5 floors filled with tricks and fun things to do!

What's Included

Tickets for House of Illusions experience
Access to the Rooftop Terrace for a spectacular view of the city
See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
2-hour walking tour with a small group
Fun local guide!
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

After your walking tour, make your way to the incredible Camera Obscura & World of Illusions in the centre of Edinburgh - tickets included!

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
    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.

    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

    After the tour, you'll be given your tickets for Camera Obscura to explore five floors filled with tricks and fun things to do — perfect fun for all ages and nationalities, rain or shine! There's also an incredible viewpoint where you can look out over the city!

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are welcome to join the tour for free, but please be aware that the route includes parts that would be difficult to navigate with a stroller
Supplied by Top Sights Tours Group LLC

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