JK Rowling's Harry Potter Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Overview

Available languages

English

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)

Admission Not Applicable

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.

1 hour • Admission Included

Options

Tour in English

2-hour walking tour with a local English speaking guide.

Summer 2024

Reviews

4.79

547 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

484

Always fun!
Katherine M,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is the second time I've done this tour, and it is so fun (assuming you're an HP fan! And although I've done it before, I learned new facts and perspectives.
Kristel was a great tour...
Katie L,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Kristel was a great tour guide! We learned so much about Harry Potter and its origins. 100% recommend.
Book this tour NOW!
Christen C,
Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wow! Such a fun tour. Highly recommended. There are a lot of Harry Potter tours to choose from but Sandemans Tours are top notch. You can't go wrong, book this tour now!
Two-days in Edinburgh, HP Fan!
Companion25994982155,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Ross was wonderful! He clearly has a true love for the HP series and the story behind its creation. He’s a true fan, Edinburgh local, and he did a fantastic job - even during the insanity that is the Fringe Festival of crowds. He managed to keep our attention, and keep us all together. I highly recommend this tour for HP fans.
Wonderful Walking Tour
Karl C,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a wonderful experience and tour! Ross our tour guide was incredible and was very informative and knowledgeable about Harry Potter & the History of Scotland. Loved his energy and highly recommended!! Absolutely worth it.
Tour guide made the tour!
Albert L,
Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Kristel 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.
Ross was amazing and so knowledgeable
Y5604JAannah,
Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ross was amazing and so knowledgeable, we really enjoyed the tour. Diagon Alley was our highlight. We would definitely recommend this tour to others!
Fantastic telling
Bo H,
Aug 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Completely amazing and completed historical insight into JKR’s history and journey to write her books. From names to historical and mythological elements. Ross is an amazing narrator and entertainer. Clearly recommended
Engaging and Enchanting
Doug K,
Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sarah was enthusiastic and engaging. She gave an excellent tour and added a lot of Edinburgh history as well. She made one want to read the Harry Potter books again. She was delightful.
The best tour in the city
X7755EPjohnb,
Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had the most knowledgeable, entertaining and passionate tour with Sarah. She speaks from the heart, because she loves the essence and visualisation that JK Rowling incorporates into the books. Only someone who has researched and given their all to a subject could give such a fabulous performance. How can we be so sure, because we went to the same school as JK and are equally jubilant to see characters that taught us immortalised in literature.