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Harry Potter and Horrible Histories Walking Tour in Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, Scotland

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Overview

This is a unique walking tour which combines Harry Potter, History and Scottish Cuisine into one, all the while making you laugh.

This experience is fun, interactive and educational where we will learn about J K Rowling’s life, delve deep into Edinburgh's dark history, including executions and grave robbers, hear the tale of Edinburgh's most loved dog, walk in the footsteps of Charles Darwin and finish off indulging in Scottish delicacies like haggis and deep fried mars bar?

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Snacks Deep Fried Mars Bar
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EW, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1YJ, UK

Ending in the City Chambers court

What To Expect

Victoria Street

Discuss how J K Rowling began her journey in creating Harry Potter and how Edinburgh played its part in her journey of writing Harry Potter.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grassmarket

Talk about the official place of public executions
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle

Enjoy the beautiful view of the Edinburgh Castle.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Flodden Wall

Learn about the bloody battle which resulted in the creation of the Flodden Wall.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

George Heriot's School

Talking about the Jingling Geordie and how this school could be one of the main inspirations for Hogwarts
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Greyfriars

See three gravestones which are said to have inspired Rowling in naming important Harry Potter characters and delve into some ghost stories.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Elephant House

Come face to face with two cafes J K Rowling wrote in and learn how they played a huge part in her journey.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Mile

Try Deep fried Mars bar and see the hand prints of J K Rowling
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Harry Potter and Horrible Histories 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). 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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Activity code: C-311671P1

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Average 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 183 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • SnacksDeep Fried Mars Bar

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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