Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then, enter the incredible Edinburgh Castle!
Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we first head to historic Waverley Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College - a famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations.
We 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 near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city.
After the tour, you'll be given your tickets to explore the beautiful Edinburgh Castle!
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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!
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.
What‘s Included
See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
2-hour walking tour with a small group
Tickets for Edinburgh Castle
Fun local guide!
Food & Drinks
Hotel pickup / drop-off
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Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Reviews
381 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun 2hr Walking Tour
Sara C,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fun walking tour to kick off our time in Edinburgh! Our tour guide, Kirsty, was excellent and really has the gift of gab. She knew tons of movie and book trivia and could point out many things that would be easily missed on the way around town. She made sure we had our castle tickets at the end and guided us on our way. A great way to spend two hours in the city as we were just getting started on our trip!
Paul Murry
Shelly S,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I would truly recommend Paul Murry. He was very helpful, polite, trustworthy and funny . He showed up on time. He took his time with us and explained everything. He took the time to answer our questions. Thank you Paul for an amazing tour
Harry
Elise K,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The visit was really interesting. A small downside: no translator. It would have been nice if the guide had translators But yes l liked
Great guide
carrieh0,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jackson was great! Very knowledgeable of Potter, Rowling and Edinburgh. Fun tour.
Harry Potter fans, will love this tour with Hazel
Lian G,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hazel was great! Came here with my brother who is a huge Harry Potter fan and loved every min of it. Would definitely recommend this tour for anyone who’s a fan and wants a tour of Edinburgh.
Lively and informative!
David L,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide ("Witch" Hazel) was friendly, animated, and full of informative tidbits about JK Rowling, the Harry Potter books and movies- with Edinburgh history tossed in. Highly recommended for Harry Potter fans and non-fans alike!
Harry Potter Tour
543margt,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Kirsty was great, very enthusiastic, full of information. I was under the impression we would be seeing places Harry Potter had been filmed. However, I enjoyed visiting landmarks, graves etc that were the inspiration for J K Rowling books. I enjoyed this tour very much.
Harry Potter tour - Edinburgh
Alan H,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00All outdoors, walking and very interesting especially if you’re a Harry Potter fan. We loved it. Many areas of the city that influenced J.K. Rowling.
Harry Potter Tour
brookegE5381MP,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved this tour! Jackson was an awesome tour guide and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend this tour for all Harry Potter fans.
Our tour guide, Kirsty,...
Kadi F,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Kirsty, was amazing! We enjoyed every bit of the tour, definitely recommend for all the HP and Scotland facts you could want.
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