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Private one hour Harry Potter walking tour

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Edinburgh, Scotland

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Overview

Join us on a private tour through Edinburgh's historic Old Town.
We will explore where J. K. Rowling gained her inspiration for her global phenomenon of Harry Potter. We will begin on the famous Royal Mile and in the shadows of Edinburgh Castle. Next we will wander down Edinburgh's "Diagon Alley" and then head into a real graveyard to see the grave "he who must not be named". We will also learn about the cafe's where she sat and wrote the beginning of the book and where she finished in the realms of luxury.

Having gained a degree in Tourism Management in Edinburgh and having extensively worked in the Scottish tourism industry I feel I have the passion to show you around. I specialised my final year Thesis paper on the phenomenon that is Harry Potter and how it relates to Scottish tourism.

All tours are small group sizes. No more than 10 people per group.

What's Included

  • Guided Tour

    Meeting Location

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    Tartan Weaving Mill & Exhibition
    Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2ND, UK

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    End point

    George IV Bridge
    Edinburgh EH1 1EN, UK

    What To Expect

    Greyfriars

    We'll pass through Greyfriars Kirkyard, finding gravestones of characters within the Harry Potter series. (Who must not be named..) We'll also spot "Hogwarts School" of wizardry from inside the graveyard.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Grassmarket

    Famous street in Old Town Edinburgh with lots of rich history, stories and 1 Potter connection.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Writers' Museum (Pass By)

    We'll stand outside the historic Writer's Museum and visit the Makars court yard area.
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    Royal Mile (Pass By)

    We'll weave in and out of the most famous street in Edinburgh. We will walk through the top area of the Royal Mile, including the Lawnmarket and Castlehill.
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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

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private one hour Harry Potter walking tour?

    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-171674P1

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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

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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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