Harry Potter Top Sights Tour with Edinburgh Dungeons

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Offered in: English

Overview

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, seeing the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then, enjoy a spooky interactive experience at the Edinburgh Dungeons! Perfect for families and all Potter fans!
Starting on The Royal Mile, see historic Waverley Station and Edinburgh University Old College–a famous old campus that provided inspiration for Rowling’s creations. Continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard to visit Tom Riddle's Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat 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. We finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city

After the tour, enter Edinburgh Dungeons where live actors play out scenes from Scotland’s horrible history!

What's Included

  • See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
  • 2-hour walking tour with a small group
  • Tickets for Edinburgh Dungeons
  • Food & Drinks
  • Hotel pickup / drop-off
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Meeting Location

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122 High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1SG, UK

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31 Market Place
Edinburgh EH1 1DF, UK

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Royal Mile

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!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Edinburgh Waverley Station

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New Town

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

University of Edinburgh

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!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Town

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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Greyfriars Kirkyard

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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Edinburgh Castle

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Victoria Street

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!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Edinburgh City Chambers

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Edinburgh Dungeon

After the tour, you’ll be given tickets for Edinburgh Dungeons for a fun interactive experience, where live actors play out scenes from Scotland’s horrible history!
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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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
  • Please be aware that this is a walking tour on sometimes uneven terrain
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Harry Potter Top Sights Tour with Edinburgh Dungeons?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

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  • See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
  • 2-hour walking tour with a small group
  • Tickets for Edinburgh Dungeons
  • Fun local guide!
  • Food & Drinks
  • Hotel pickup / drop-off

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
  • Please be aware that this is a walking tour on sometimes uneven terrain
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST).

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