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Forget about crowds, schedules or lines! With our company's self-guided experiences your smartphone is your new private guide. Welcome to Edinburgh, the birthplace of Harry Potter! JK Rowling wrote all seven Harry Potter novels in this city and Jule will help you discover that was involved in this incredible story. Walking the streets of this magical place, Rowling undoubtedly took some inspiration from the city which she then used in the Harry Potter novels. On our tour, we’ll be exploring places that may have served as inspirations for places and characters in Harry Potter. In this incredible experience, you'll have the time to stroll around Edinburgh's Harry Potter Trail at your own pace, you'll have the opportunity to take astonishing pictures and enter any attraction you fancy along the way. Please note: when booking, you will get an email with instructions on how to download our app and redeem your unique code (this code is different from your booking reference number!).

Avoid the hassle of public transport and travel with ease between Harry Potter filming locations in London in an air-conditioned private black taxi for the most magical way to explore. Enjoy an itinerary that takes you to popular Harry Potter filming locations, plus some secret locations, too. Highlights include Leadenhall Market (Diagon Alley), Platform 9 ¾, Millennium Bridge, and more.

This is a unique walk, that reveals London’s dark history. We always run this walk at night time so that we capture the perfect atmosphere for the stories we will tell.

Go on an adventure around the historic cobbled streets of Edinburgh and discover where the inspiration for the world’s favorite wizarding children’s story came from. See where the secret section is in Madam Pince’s library, and use a portkey to travel instantly to the Old Town for a guided tour around the towering buildings and hidden closes. Take all day to explore the city and see places most other tourists miss in their search for the beginnings of Harry Potter lore.

Discover Edinburgh’s treasure trove of Harry Potter-themed locations with ease on this private walking tour. Avoid researching and finding sights independently, and learn stories, secrets, and detail you might otherwise miss with your very own guide by your side. Visit places that fired J.K. Rowling’s rich imagination, explore the real-world version of Diagon Alley, and discover places steeped in Potter lore. Ideal for Potter, fiction, movie, and history fans.

Discover Rochester, Dover Castle, and Dover’s famous White Cliffs in one scenic tour. From the medieval majesty of Dover Castle to the beauty of Rochester’s historic architecture to the natural wonder that is the White Cliffs of Dover, there’s so much to see and learn about. Visit the Battle of Britain Memorial and Visitor Centre, and learn about the role Dover Castle played in the Dunkirk evacuation.

Get more out of your visit to William Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, and explore the city with your own private guide. You’ll see the sights linked to the famous English playwright, such as Shakespeare’s Birthplace, along with the city’s Holy Trinity Church, and listen to commentary as you walk. Insights into Shakespeare himself and recounts of key events in English history are all part of the tour.

Take advantage of London’s rich literary history in a private poetry workshop led by an award-winning novelist. Unlock your creativity with writing prompts and exercises inspired by your surroundings. The experience is beginner-friendly and designed for all writing levels. Along the way, learn about famous English poets and writers in an intimate setting.

If you’re a die-hard fan of the world’s most famous wizard, then don’t miss this full-day tour of Harry Potter filming locations in Gloucester and Lacock. Rather than just visiting the obvious spots in London, you’ll discover recognizable movie settings such as Gloucester Cathedral, used as Hogwarts School; Godric’s Hollow in Lacock; and the fictional home of James and Lily Potter in The Cotswolds.

Step into the world of Harry Potter and capture the magic on this private tour and photoshoot. Wander through London’s famous filming locations as well as real-life spots that inspired the books, from Trafalgar Square to Cecil Court, the model for Diagon Alley. Walk across the Millennium Bridge and other key sites while your professional photographer captures moments and memories.

Follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous boy wizard on a private Harry Potter walking tour. Visit filming locations and book-inspired sites while enjoying personalized storytelling about London’s magical connections. Re-enact scenes and pose for selfies without the rush or noise of a group, making this tour perfect for dedicated fans.

The Ultimate Sherlock Holmes Private Tour Step into the fog-shrouded streets of London on this immersive Sherlock Holmes walking tour, inspired by the original stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and enhanced with locations from the hit BBC series Sherlock. Perfect for devoted fans and curious newcomers alike, this tour blends literary history, real-world London, and modern screen adaptations into one unforgettable experience. Led by an expert guide and passionate Holmesian, you’ll explore the London that inspired Conan Doyle’s writing and discover how real places, crimes, and personalities were transformed into the legendary canon. Along the way, you’ll also visit select filming locations from the BBC’s Sherlock, seeing how the Victorian stories were reimagined for 21st-century London. This tour is firmly grounded in the original Sherlock Holmes stories, while offering fascinating insights into how Holmes has endured and evolved—from gaslit streets to modern television.

From the moment we watched the first episode of Slow Horses, we were hooked. Passionate about the series, as well as the real world of British spies and international espionage, this tour visits locations from the Apple TV series, including the filming location for Slough House, and gives participants the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of the infamous Jackson Lamb. Led by a committed, local guide, this intimate private tour offers you the chance to immerse yourself in the world of Slow Horses as well as the authentic world of British spies. As you visit the filming locations in Slow Horses, your guide will explain not only how various moments in the TV series were created but also share some behind-the-scenes secrets and compare the TV series to what we know about the real world of British spies and MI5. Along the way, you will visit locations that are off the usual tourist trail, see authentic parts of London where local people live and work, and explore the city of London.

Perfect for diehard Harry Potter fans, this two-in-one, small-group tour will introduce you to the city’s filming locations on foot and by boat. Choose from a morning or afternoon start time and meet your guide at Platform 9 ¾ in King’s Cross Station. You’ll continue via public transit to Central London, where you can visit Harry Potter shops and glimpse locations used in the movies. Finally, see more sights aboard a Thames River cruise.

Fire up for the festive season, no matter what time of year it is, on a private walking tour that covers the locations immortalized by Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Taking a private tour lets you tweak your itinerary according to what interests you most, and makes sure that you enjoy the undivided attention of your guide.

Immerse yourself in the splendour of Royal London on this private 2.5-hour walking tour, where tradition, ceremony, and regal history come to life. With our expert guidance, you’ll be in the right place at the right time, making sure you don’t just watch these world-famous ceremonies—you experience them. Stand within six feet of the King’s Guards as they march past in their striking red tunics and towering bearskin hats. Your guide will navigate the shifting formations, ensuring you have the perfect vantage point for dramatic processions, photo-worthy moments, and behind-the-scenes insights that most visitors overlook. Beyond the pomp and ceremony, stroll through the elegant streets of St. James’s, passing grand royal residences and discovering traditional shops that have served the monarchy for generations. Ideal for families, history lovers, and luxury travelers seeking an expertly guided, up-close experience of Britain’s grandest royal traditions.

See the magical world of “Harry Potter™” come to life as you visit the filming locations from the series on a private tour. Cover more of the city as you travel around in a private vehicle, and take photos of the filming sites of Diagon Alley, Grimmauld Place, and more. Enjoy perks like bottled water and WiFi on board in the car.

During this Private Harry Potter Tour of the most famous filming areas of Harry Potter you will enjoy the magic of this saga in Edinburgh. Visit Tom Riddle’s grave at Greyfriars Cemetery and go through the golden hands of J.K. Rowling outside the city hall of Edinburgh. During the tour, your private guide will tell you curiosities of the saga and will explain in detail numerous information about the filming of the films. J.K Rowling has always commented that he was based in Edinburgh for most of the saga. If you are a true fan of this saga, do not hesitate to take this private tour and get involved inseeing the magic of Harry Potter. There are many more places where your private tour guide can help you to explore, even the most emblematic and impressive places of Harry Potter, where you can take the best photos whenever and wherever you want along your private tour.

Get more out of a visit to London’s beloved V&A Museum by exploring it with a private guide. Along with your personal group of up to six people, you’ll learn about the vast collection of historic art and design artifacts as you walk through the Asia, Islamic Middle East, China, Japan, and the Cast Courts areas of the museum.

Take a trip out of London to Shakespeare’s birthplace on this full-day private tour. After being picked up from your London accommodation in a private vehicle by your driver-guide, set out to the scenic Cotswolds to explore the restored 16th-century half-timbered house that the Bard grew up in, as well as the childhood home of Shakespeare’s mother, and Anne Hathaway’s Cottage.

Escape to the countryside from London without the hassle of planning logistics on this private day trip to the Cotswolds and Shakespeare’s Birthplace. Instead of relying on crowded public transportation or waiting for available taxis, you’ll travel more efficiently between destinations in a private vehicle. See charming English cottages, learn about Shakespeare’s early life, and take photos of the stunning rolling hills in the Cotswolds area.

Delve into the heart of England with a private car tour that combines the historic charm of Stratford-Upon-Avon with the stunning landscapes of the Cotswolds. Walk in Shakespeare's footsteps as you explore his birthplace, visit ancient churches, and see his final resting place by the river Avon. Enjoy a leisurely lunch or afternoon tea in Bourton-on-the-Water, often referred to as 'the Venice of the Cotswolds'. With a knowledgeable guide and chauffeur, immerse yourself in the rich history and picturesque villages of this iconic region. - Private chauffeur-driven tour in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle - Explore Shakespeare's birthplace and other landmarks in Stratford-Upon-Avon - Visit charming villages and enjoy local cuisine at your own pace - Tailored for groups of up to 6 or 15 with educational options available

Step into the world’s leading museum of art, design, and fashion where history meets creativity under one magnificent glass roof. From Renaissance sculpture to Alexander McQueen couture, the Victoria and Albert Museum (V and A) celebrates human imagination in all its forms. With your private expert guide, you’ll discover the stories behind the world’s most exquisite objects the craftsmanship, the innovation, and the personalities that shaped them. Admire marble masterpieces, glittering jewels, and timeless fashion. Learn how beauty, function, and design evolved through centuries — and how the V and A became a global symbol of artistry. Whether you’re drawn to classical sculpture, royal treasures, or modern design icons, your visit will be entirely personalized to your interests.