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JK Rowling's Harry Potter Walking Tour in Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, Scotland

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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.

What's Included

  • Tour guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

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High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1QS, UK

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What To Expect

Royal Mile (Pass By)

The tour begins at 130 High Street (The Royal Mile)
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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.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Victoria Street

See the street that inspired Diagonally
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Greyfriars Kirk

Visit the graveyard that inspired several character names, and visit the real Lord Voldemort's grave
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Balmoral

See where J. K. Rowling wrote the final Harry Potter book.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the JK Rowling’s Harry Potter Walking Tour in Edinburgh?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.82 out of 5 stars based on 418 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • Tour guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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