Private Tour

Private Walking Tour: JK Rowling's Harry Potter in Edinburgh EN

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Did you know that Voldemort has a grave in Edinburgh cemetery? Or that the Patronus of James Potter comes from a Scottish legend? When she wrote Harry Potter, JK Rowling had just moved to Edinburgh and was inspired by everything she saw around her.

During this 2h private tour, you will follow our storyteller who will tell you more of the behind the scenes of magic. You will learn anecdotes about both Harry Potter and the life of its author while discovering all the hidden spots of Edinburgh - which are strikingly similar to the world described by JK Rowling.

Young wizards (under 18) must be with an adult.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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

Guided Tour

Private transportation

What To Expect

1. Edinburgh's Town Hall, JK Rowling and the city 2. Mercat Cross, magical symbols and Scotland in Harry Potter's world 3. Advocate's Close, history of Harry Potter's world 4. View of New Town, birth and end of Harry Potter's saga 5. Victoria Street, the true Diagon Alley? 6. Grassmarket, scottish legends which inspired JK Rowling 7. Greyfriars Kirkyard, discover the cemetery which inspired the author

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