Edinburgh Harry Potter Origins Adults Tour with Local Pub Drinks
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Overview
A great way to meet like-minded people while you’re in Edinburgh :)
Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we’ll see Waverley Station and Edinburgh University Old College, then continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle's Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours 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 - and we finish with a drink in a classic local pub!
Tour at a glance
What's included
- 1 drink in a local pub (beer/wine/soft drinks etc.) - please bring ID
- Adult-only Harry Potter walking tour with a small group
- Fun local guide
- See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
Not included
- Hotel pickup / drop-off
- Additional drinks and food
Itinerary
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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 min Admission 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 min Admission 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 min Admission free -
4
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 min Admission 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 min Admission 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 min Admission 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 min Admission 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 min Admission 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 min Admission free -
10
Grassmarket
Finally, we’ll head to one of our favourite local pubs in the lively Grassmarket area nearby. This is a great chance to chat all things Potter with your group, and a great way to start your evening in Edinburgh! One drink (wine/beer/spirit & mixer/soft drink etc.) is included in the price. Extra drinks or snacks available at your own expense.
1h Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Everyone meets at the start point.
Schedule
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Entertaining and varied. Jackson is energetic and passionate about the subject. I loved hearing the stories about JK Rowling herself.
Great Harry Potter Walking Tour! The tour was great and a lot of fun! Our guide Jackson was knowledgeable and made the Harry Potter locations and stories really interesting. There is a lot of walking, so keep that in mind if you have difficulty walking or standing for long periods. Comfortable shoes are definitely a must. Overall, a very enjoyable experience and a great way to see parts of the city while learning about the Harry Potter connections. Definitely recommended for Harry Potter fans!
It was a wonderful experience. I love that we got to see a lot of the inspiration for the Harry Potter books. Our guide was perfect! Very funny and enthusiastic. The drinks at the end were great and nice way to end the tour. Highly recommend.
Such a fun tour! Our guide Jackson was very impressive - great mix of Harry Potter stories, trivia, and Edinburgh lore while walking through the gorgeous backdrop of the city center. Strongly recommend!
I am not a huge Harry Potter fan, but I did find this tour fantastic and full of information!!! Our guide Jackson did an awesome job!!
Kirsty was great fun, the tour was great and her knowledge went very deep and was quite interesting. even hung out after the tour! absolute blast!
It was very cool seeing all the locations jk rowling went to and even the law building "hagrid" went to. Very knowledgeable and fun to learn about
What a perfect time spent in Edinburgh. Our tour guide, Jackson was absolutely delightful (for a Slytherin…lol) He gave us a wonderful tour that not only included Harry Potter, and JK Rowling trivia, but a great tour of Edinburgh too. We highly recommend booking with Jackson. He will not disappoint.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 3h.
Is hotel pickup included?
Everyone meets at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day. Starts 00:00, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00 +8
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
No, this is a shared group experience.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
Product code 75760P404
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