Harry Potter's Edinburgh Tour and House of Illusions Experience

Experience the magic of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then immerse yourself in over 100 amazing tricks and illusions at the city's most magical attraction! And with one of the city's best views! Starting on The Royal Mile, see historic Waverley Station. and Edinburgh University Old College —a famous old campus that provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations. Continue through the atmospheric Old Town, visiting Greyfriars Kirkyard to see Tom Riddle's Grave, and the Elephant Café where JK Rowling dreamed up Harry Potter's world! 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 to learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city. After the tour, you'll be given your tickets for the World of Illusions experience - 5 floors filled with tricks and fun things to do!

1. 1

   Royal Mile

   15 min

   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. 2

   Edinburgh Waverley Station

   10 min

   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. 3

   New Town

   10 min

   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. 4

   University of Edinburgh

   10 min

   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. 5

   Old Town

   20 min

   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. 6

   Greyfriars

   20 min

   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. 7

   Edinburgh Castle

   10 min

   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. 8

   Victoria Street

   15 min

   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. 9

   Edinburgh City Chambers

   10 min

   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. 10

    Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

    1.5 hours

    After the tour, you'll be given your tickets for Camera Obscura to explore five floors filled with tricks and fun things to do — perfect fun for all ages and nationalities, rain or shine! There's also an incredible viewpoint where you can look out over the city!

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Infants are welcome to join the tour for free, but please be aware that the route includes parts that would be difficult to navigate with a stroller

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