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‘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
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.
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Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Reviews
286 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good Tour but needs more Harry Potter Content
Steven B,
Oct 27, 2025
- Viator
4.00Our tour guide did a nice job. I think it would be better if there was more content about Harry Potter and less about the author.
Harry Potter tour and castle
olive d,
Oct 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our Tour guide was Jackson he was very informative funny knowledge was extensive . He made very friendly and happy answer any questions needed
Fun - great info!
PeggyRobinson100,
Oct 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00My mom & I did a Harry Potter tour with Hazel. She was wonderfully informative & so personable. She had a fantastic personality. We were quite enlightened by all of the sights combined with the corresponding HP connection. This was a fun tour even if you’re not a fan, although if you are a fan it is a must while in Edinburgh.
great info great fun!
Hani H,
Oct 25, 2025
- Viator
4.00It is an information based tour with little walking parts and some stops at places JK Rowling got inspiration from! It was a bit cold though so make sure to bring layers and maybe after the graveyard have a stop at elephant cafe and have a 10% discount on a drink or snack there! Great for Harry Potter lovers and Jackson was a great tour guide!
Hazel our witch guide
Claudia D,
Oct 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Hazel was a great and enthusiastic guide. The difficult part was to find the point to meet as we were expecting the front of a store.
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