Edinburgh Harry Potter Origins Adults Tour with Local Pub Drinks

5.0 (21 reviews) Edinburgh, Scotland
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Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

An Edinburgh Harry Potter tour for Adults Only - including a drink at one our favourite local pubs! Join your fun Potter-head guide and a group of fellow fans to see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe.

A great way to meet like-minded people while you’re in Edinburgh :)

Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we’ll see Waverley Station and Edinburgh University Old College, then continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle's Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up the world of Harry Potter!

Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street - said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley - and we finish with a drink in a classic local pub!

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What's included

  • 1 drink in a local pub (beer/wine/soft drinks etc.) - please bring ID
  • Adult-only Harry Potter walking tour with a small group
  • Fun local guide
  • See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
  • Hotel pickup / drop-off
  • Additional drinks and food

What to expect

  1. Royal Mile
    15m
    After meeting your guide and fellow Potter-heads near Tron Kirk Market, your tour starts with a stroll along Edinburgh’s world-famous Royal Mile!
  2. Edinburgh Waverley Station
    10m
    We’ll stop at a great viewpoint to see the historical Waverley Train station, much used by JK Rowling and an inspiration for trains being an iconic part of a young wizard's journey.
  3. New Town
    10m
    Looking over Edinburgh New Town, your guide will point out some key features that played a major part in the creation of the magical Harry Potter world.
  4. 10m
    Next, we’ll pass by this famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration to JK Rowling’s creations…. This place might remind you of Hogwarts!
  5. Old Town
    20m
    We continue through the atmospheric streets of the Old Town, where your guide will show you many of the city’s most famous historical landmarks.
  6. Greyfriars
    20m
    In this spooky graveyard you will see many recognisable names from the Potter world - this is the site of Tom Riddell’s grave and a number of other names used for JK Rowling’s characters.
  7. Edinburgh Castle
    10m
    You’ll enjoy wonderful views of this beautiful old castle, which plays a huge part in Scottish history as well as inspiring JK Rowling's Potter Universe.
  8. Victoria Street
    15m
    With its colourful independent shops, overhanging street signs and the cobbled street that twists and turns out of view, it's easy to see why this is said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley!
  9. Edinburgh City Chambers
    10m
    We end the tour at the City Chambers where we see the impact that JK Rowling has had on Edinburgh itself, and her huge contributions to the local community.
  10. Grassmarket
    1h
    Finally, we’ll head to one of our favourite local pubs in the lively Grassmarket area nearby. This is a great chance to chat all things Potter with your group, and a great way to start your evening in Edinburgh!

    One drink (wine/beer/spirit & mixer/soft drink etc.) is included in the price. Extra drinks or snacks available at your own expense.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet outside of the Tron Kirk (The Royal Mile Market). Your Harry Potter guide will be standing near the entrance (Opposite "Bella Italia" restaurant) on the world-famous Royal Mile.

The nearest train station is Waverly Station, a 10-minute walk away.

End point

We end with a trip to one of our favourite Scottish pubs in the lively Grassmarket area

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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