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2 hours
Mobile ticket
This tour is guided by passionate fans of Harry Potter and connoisseurs of the city, who like to share their passion. It's a visit in French, rare in Edinburgh!
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Guide pay
Gratuities
Old Town
Be prepared to explore the origins of the magical world of Harry Potter. Discover the places that inspired JK Rowling to imagine the story of the one who survived. The success of Harry Potter has made Edinburgh known. Indeed, JK Rowling settled there in the 1990s with some chapters of Harry Potter at the wizard school in his pocket. It is in Edinburgh that his novels evolved. Discover the city that has seen Harry Potter's wizarding world grow. Follow JK Rowling's footsteps on a guided tour of Edinburgh. You'll learn as much anecdotes about Harry Potter as you do about the life of its author while discovering the corners of Edinburgh that strongly resemble the world imagined by JK Rowling.
38 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
aur liab919,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our guide Althea was really perfect for the whole family whether for us parents by giving us more information about Edinburgh or for our children who still talk to us (5 and 11 years old). The 2 hours passed at a crazy speed and allowed us to make an exciting first discovery of Edinburgh. I highly recommend
vidaliej,
Aug 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Thank you to the whole team for this beautiful discovery. The team is available upon Reservation for information, advice and assistance. On D-Day, Francis introduced us to the city and its influence on JK Rowling s work and much more, all in an atmosphere of sharing and respect for visitors and places. Francis s lively and slightly spicy spirit added a special flavor to this beautiful visit. The whole family enjoyed this visit. To do without hesitation.
tomislavc465,
Jul 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great private tour with François to discover Old Town on the theme of JK Rowling and Harry Potter. The whole family loved it!
SylvieetMayMay,
Jul 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
The Harry Potter tour of Althea was very friendly and interesting, ideal for adults and children. We've learned a lot about Edinburgh, not just Harry Potter. This is very valuable when there is limited time to discover the historic center. Thank you very much to Althea who knew how to interest and captivate each of us!
alicebR5478JQ,
Jun 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great experience with Althéa, thank you very much for this beautiful journey and the great explanations! I recommend it and it makes me want to do more!
carodethomas,
Apr 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Mary was a really good guide. She shared informations and anecdotes not only on Harry potter of course but on the city of Edimbourg as well and we really liked that. The tour was really interesting, we learned nice facts about JK Rowling, we will ask for her again next time we go to Edimbourg
Traveler67823570641,
Jan 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
This tour is by far the best activity I have done in Edinburgh. A Harry Potter fan, the guide passionately explains lots of anecdotes that fueled JK ROWLING's novels. I was accompanied by people who were not fans of the saga, but they were still taken by the magic of this visit. I really recommend this activity.



Stay40897049261,
Nov 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent tour led by François. We learned lots of anecdotes about Harry Potter but also stories about the city of Edinburgh. A clever mix that suited everyone!
murielle646,
Oct 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent tour for Harry Potter fans , we learned a lot and the walk was very pleasant . Real “Behind the book” experience.
francisbD8602XM,
Sep 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
This visit was fascinating. Karine knew how to communicate to us her love and enthusiasm for this wonderful city of Edinburgh, and showed her great historical culture. Highly recommended visit.
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