JK Rowling's Harry Potter Walking Tour in Edinburgh
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Join this 2-hour walking tour to explore the magical places that all Harry Potter fans should see in Edinburgh. With your guide, walk the streets that inspired J.K. Rowling and learn about the dark history of witches and wizards of Edinburgh.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 5 years old accompanied by an adult can join this tour for free
We unfortunately do not advise guests in wheelchairs to join the Harry Potter Tour, due to the narrow stairways and steep hills. We apologise for any inconvenience or disappointment caused
Average tour length. The independent guides with whom we work have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites and stories above and lasts this long, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group!
Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tour guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Royal Mile
The tour begins at 130 High Street (The Royal Mile)
Edinburgh Old Town
Visit the locations which inspired J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter books. We'll show you which sites were her inspiration for Hogwarts and the characters who dwelled within its magical walls. See where Diagon Alley came to life, and where Lord Voldemort is buried, and learn how Edinburgh’s own dark history of witches and wizards played a role in inspiring Rowling herself.
Options
Summer 2024
Tour in English
2-hour walking tour with a local English speaking guide.
Reviews
542 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour guide made the tour!
Albert L,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Kristel made this tour so fun! We love Harry Potter (well, my wife’s the one that’s read the books 7x and watches all 7 movies each Christmas) and this tour was perfect! Kristel was full of trivia (wait. . . Dumbledore, Harry, Voldemort . . . what?) about the books but also about Edinburgh. If you love Harry Potter or are just curious this tour is for you.
Great tour for grown-ups
Jenny D,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00I chose this tour specifically because it didn't seem cheesy. I was with my adult daughters, and we didn't want to play trivia games, wear a silly hat or deal with lots of little kids. It was perfect! There were a couple kids, but the tour was info-packed, briskly paced and mercifully cheese-free. We also learned a lot about Scottish history, which was great. We only had one day for sightseeing -- we were in town for a Uni graduation -- so we only did this tour and the castle tour, and they dovetailed perfectly. A big shout-out to our guide, Sarah! She was exceptional -- energetic, knowledgable, great with every question and also INCREDIBLY easy to understand despite her accent. As a local, she also offered several personal recommendation for additional sightseeing and restaurants at the close of the tour. She was also very meticulous in keeping track of all of us and keeping us together when crossing streets, etc. Highly recommend!
Amazing😍 amazing!
Sissel A,
May 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing and educational information about JK Rowling and Harry Potter! The guide told many stories. She was engaged and inclusive, sparkling and gentle! She was herself a blood fan of both and even had a dog named Potter😍 named after Harry of course!
Calling all Harry Potter fans
April C,
May 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Sarah was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and a huge Harry Potter fan. I would highly recommend this tour guide
It was so informative!...
Esperanza S,
May 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was so informative! Learned a lot of facts about JK Rowling and how she got her inspirations while she lived in Edinburgh! Our tour guide was so knowledged with Harry Potter and JK Rowling. He made it so interesting loved his pictures he had. I can't remember his name, except he went by The Guide With the Glasses! He really did a lot of research for his role as the tour guide for Harry Potter! Excellent tour!
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