Harry Potter & Horrible History Small Group Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Step into the magic and mystery of Edinburgh’s UNESCO-listed Old Town on a journey that blends the wizarding world with the city’s darkest secrets. This expert-led walking tour navigates the medieval cobbled streets and hidden 'closes' of the Old Town, including the Royal Mile, uncovering the real-life inspirations for Harry Potter and the 'Horrible Histories' that shaped Scotland's capital.
From the haunting atmosphere of Greyfriars Kirkyard to the vibrant facades of Victoria Street, you’ll discover iconic landmarks, meet the legendary Greyfriars Bobby, and enjoy breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle that most tourists miss. Whether you're a fan of folklore or a history enthusiast, this experience offers a comprehensive, small-group look at the heart of Edinburgh and beyond.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Discuss how J K Rowling began her journey in creating Harry Potter and how Edinburgh played its part in her journey of writing Harry Potter.
Grassmarket
Talk about the official place of public executions
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Harry Potter & Horrible History Small Group Tour
What‘s Included
Expert guide specialising in Edinburgh's history and Harry Potter sites
Small Group Guarantee (Max 12 People)
All Fees and Taxes
List of local recommendations for after the tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
216 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our best experience in Edinburgh
jenlD6472IZ,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is the best small group walking tour we've taken as a family. Rob is such a nice guy and very knowledgeable about Edinburgh sights and history. Definitely do this tour if you want a mix of Harry Potter fun facts as well as some background on historical monuments and neighborhoods. Rob went above and beyond in helping us identify lunch spots, live music venues, and even made recommendations for other towns we'd be visiting in Scotland. All around our best experience in Edinburgh!
Edinburgh, Harry Potter & History
Traveler12217685533,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family really enjoyed the Edinburgh Harry Potter and history tour with Rob. He kept the tour engaging from start to finish with great storytelling and a sense of humor that had us laughing throughout. A fun, informative and memorable experience—highly recommended!
Amazing story telling and jokes!
Wanderer07497986114,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rob was a very nice and knowledgeable guide. He had some great dad jokes and was a great storyteller.
Great Tour!!
DayTrip09685697632,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was amazing! Rob did a great job and was very knowledgeable
Really engaging enjoyable tour
M8GGluker,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolute Gem of a tour, Rob was engaging. Knowledgeable and really engaged. We were fortunate to have been the only bookers of the tour for our day, so we felt extra special. A really good level of Scottish and JK Rowling history. Would not hesitate in booking. Fantastic job Rob!
Loved it!
KLBlack,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rob was so much fun! Not only did we learn about where JK Rowling got a lot of her inspiration, we were able to see beautiful parts of Edinburgh that we would not have seen. Rob was great and had the best sense of humor.
Harry Potter
Debby W,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A lot of walking uphill and on uneven surfaces. Graveyard was interesting. Love the story of Bobby and Grayfrier
Super Walking Tour with Great Guide
297bronaghm,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great walking tour with Rob. It was paced and pitched perfectly. We were all huge fans of the Dad Jokes! The tour was balanced nicely between history and HP and catered for both superfans and those who still have lots to discover (Rob was careful with spoilers). Highly recommended, great way to see Edinburgh.
An amazing tour full of great facts and brilliant personality by the host
elizabethwW2580EM,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a magical tour, we saw so much of the old city, great knowledge on both Harry Potter and interesting facts about the city and people that lived here in the past, we would recommend this tour and thought Rob was a brilliant tour guide 👍😊Elizabeth
THE BEST TOUR EVER
gabriellemN7654TL,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Robert was awesome! He knew so much, made the best jokes and gave me so many good recs! I can’t recommend him more! He was the best!
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