Harry Potter’s Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Edinburgh, Scotland

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Overview

Come with me Muggles on a self-guided audio tour and explore the Edinburgh that inspired J.K. Rowling’s global phenomenon! We'll explore the secret alleyways of the Old Town, starting at Edinburgh Castle, then we'll wander down to “Diagon Alley” and find the gravestones of Voldemort and some other well-known characters from the Harry Potter series. We'll spot “Hogwarts School of Wizardry” along the way too, and if you like, you can stop in at the famous and not-so-famous cafes where J.K. Rowling wrote before Harry Potter became a best-seller.

Our journey will include:

• A fantastic view of the Edinburgh Castle from the esplanade in front of it
• The Royal Mile, Old Town’s most famous street
• The Writer’s Museum, a literature fan’s heaven
• Victoria Street, one of Scotland's most photographed streets
• The Grassmarket where you’ll hear a story of one very lucky lady from the 1700s.
• Greyfriar’s Graveyard

What's Included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to this tour
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
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Meeting Location

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Castlehill
Edinburgh EH1, UK

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End point

21 George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EN, UK

The tour ends outside the Elephant House where JK Rowling wrote the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Harry Potter books.

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Edinburgh Castle (pass by)

The tour starts outside the castle and doesn't venture in. You'll be shown one of the filming locations for the Harry Potter movies.
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The Writers' Museum (pass by)

The tour briefly stops outside the Writer's Museum where, if you choose, you can pause the tour and venture inside.
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Victoria Street (pass by)

The tour passes through Victoria Street where there are a number of Harry Potter-related stores.
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Greyfriars (pass by)

The tour takes you through the Greyfriar's Kirkyard where you'll visit the graves of some familiar names.
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The Elephant House (pass by)

The tour ends at the Elephant House which claims to be the birthplace of Harry Potter.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Harry Potter’s Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

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

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  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to this tour
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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