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
389 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Harry Potter Tour
Teri V,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Learned a lot about Harry Potter that I didn’t know. The Tour Guide was very funny and super knowledgeable. She made it really fun.
Great tour
Voyager777116,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting tour, Jack was very knowledgeable and funny. We would recommend!
Really good activity....
Michelle G,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really good activity. Wear comfy shoes and brush up on Harry Potter trivia- but a good tour even if you aren’t a fan (but still wear comfy shoes)!
A simple and friendly...
Danny W,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A simple and friendly tour that any potter head can do! We were given facts about J. K. Rowling and we went to the places that inspired her work.
Great tour guide and tour.
jstevent2022,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jackson was incredible. His knowledge of the various locations JK Rolling gained inspiration amazing. His concern for everyone in the tour was evident by his waiting for everyone to catch up with the group. He was always counting heads to make sure everyone was okay. He has an infectious personality and was a joy to be with. I will recommend this tour to anyone interested in Edinburgh and Harry Potter references throughout area around the castle.
A must for Harry Potter fans!
kleenkaake,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun tour! Kirsty was quite the expert on all things Harry Potter. And she was a lot of fun sharing her love of Edinburgh and its inspiration to JK Rowling as she wrote the Harry Potter series. The only disappointment was the entry time for Edinburgh castle tickets came to us shortly before the tour start. Our tickets turned out to have an entry window an hour after Kirsty was done with her part. We had late lunch reservations and, therefore, had to forego the castle. (Guess we’ll just have to come back to Edinburgh!) All in all, highly recommend this tour!
Fun Time
cindy5028,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kristy was very entertaining, funny, knowledgeable but also kind & patient to those who were slower walking than the others. I would love to go on other tours by her.
Entertaining tour!
Tricia G,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00We had Benjamin today— he was knowledgeable and a true Harry Potter fan. His humor was great and he was enthusiastic. Fun morning!! And he was helpful with accessing our castle tickets.
Recommend this tour
G3788GNchrisb,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kirsty was a fabulous guide with high energy. She was entertaining, knowledgeable and passionate about all things Edinburgh/Harry Potter. She ensured everyone was able to get around and hear her while leading us to various locations around the city. We would recommend this tour.
Harry Potter Tour Fantastic
H6139TOmikes,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was fantastic. Paul is one of the best tour guides I’ve ever had. This tour is a must for any Potterhead. But my muggle wife loved it too. Additional info on Edinburgh history a big plus.
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