Edinburgh's Amazing Harry Potter Walking Tour - Kids Free!
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Edinburgh, Scotland
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Ideal for kids, this walking tour of some of the most important places in Edinburg to do with the writing of Harry Potter takes in the history of Edinburgh and the lore behind one of the most famous wizarding worlds ever created. Learn where inspiration was taken to build the Harry Potter franchise, and see where the original books were written—in local cafes dotted around the city. As well as Harry Potter sites, visit Edinburgh Castle, Greyfriars graveyard, and local churches and monuments.
- The perfect Harry Potter tour for young fans and their parents
- Interspersed with real Edinburgh history and facts about the city for a more well-rounded tour
- Small groups of 15 or fewer will take part in this tour
- Walk through the center of Edinburgh like a local and see more than you would on your own
What's Included
- Fun local guide!
- 2-hour walking tour with a small group
- See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
- Kids can join for free!
- Food & Drinks
- Hotel pickup / drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Tron Kirk Market122 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SG, UK
We meet outside of the Tron Kirk (The Royal Mile Market). Opposite Bella Italia on the world-famous Royal Mile. The nearest train station is Waverly Station, a 10-minute walk away.
End point
- Edinburgh City Chambers253 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1YJ, UK
Itinerary
1
Royal Mile
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Edinburgh Waverley Station
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
New Town
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Old College, The University of Edinburgh
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Old Town
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Greyfriars
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Edinburgh Castle
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Victoria Street
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Edinburgh City Chambers
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 308 reviews
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amy_c, Sep 2026
Iona was a knowledgeable great guide who made sure no one got lost. Saw great sites for HP but others as well.
Alinka_L, Aug 2026
Had an absolutely fabulous tour with Marilyn who had excellent knowledge of the Harry Potter hotspots and Edinburgh's history.
Mandeep_G, Aug 2026
Our tour guide was very helpful and friendly . My children love the history as well as the facts and how it was explained by Lee (our tour guide) . Thank you so much .
Megha_D, Aug 2026
We loved the tour and way it was narrated by our tour guide. We were touring with grown up children and they enjoyed the narrative on how JKROWLING developed Harry Potter with inspirations around various landmarks
Joanne_M, Jul 2026
To call this a Harry Potter walk is really stretching the truth. My 3 kids were totally bored after the first 10 minutes. There was a lot of stops to other places of interest with very slight ties to Harry Potter. My kids 9,10 & 11 questioned the links. We left before the tour finished. The tour guide did not have the correct paperwork to do the tour of Greyfriars Kirk yard and seemed quite flustered when challenged about it by the Kirkyard staff.
To be really honest you could do this walk yourself without paying for the tickets.
Evan_B, Jul 2026
Josh was a great guide. His tour was fantastic and it didn't seem like he was just memorising a script, he captivated the crowd, included everyone, and even on the walks between stops would engage with people making them feel welcome. The stops were very interesting and a cool way to learn about both Edinburgh and the Harry Potter world. I highly recommend this tour.
Catherine_H, Jul 2026
Really knowledgeable guide. She knew a lot about Scottish history as well as Harry Potter facts. It was fun hearing the stories of Edinburgh framed around Harry Potter inspirations. She stopped frequently to ensure no one was left behind and gave plenty of time for photos.
Heather_G, Jul 2026
Our guide was informative and animated. Really enjoyed the time. She also had great recommendations!
Kirsten_B, Jul 2026
This was a lovely tour and a good mix of Harry Potter & Edinburgh trivia and information. Paul was a wonderful guide!
Kristen_M, Jul 2026
We had a fantastic tour with Paul! The kids all enjoyed (9, 12, 13) as much as we (the parents) did. Paul was entertaining and also knowledgeable about both Harry Potter and about Edinburgh history, and the time passed quickly. Highly recommend!
Candace_M, Jun 2026
This was such a fun tour with Paul! He was engaging and knowledgeable and showed us many of the fun sites related to JK Rowling and Harry Potter. He included everyone, those who knew lots about Harry Potter and those who knew very little and shared information about the city as a whole as we walked around. Even in some slight rain the tour was great. Thanks Paul for a fun couple of hours!
Don_C, Jun 2026
We loved this tour! Paul was an awesome guide. We learned about Edinburgh, and had lots of Harry Potter-themed fun along the way.
Anita_D, Jun 2026
Long , wonderful day. Views unique & breathtaking . Our guide was perfect- friendly, great driver & amazing knowledge of Scotland . Rail ride was a dream come true for our Thomas the Tank fan !
Lorraine_S, May 2026
Very interesting in seeing the places that inspired JK Rowling. Not recommended for small children as they're expecting to see Harry Potter.
Jackson was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the tour.
Emma_B, May 2026
Wonderfully informative tour for not just J.K. Rowling and Harry Potter but also for edinburgh history! Loved our tour guide, Witch Hazel! She was very friendly and we loved her little witch hat!
Rose_W, May 2026
Fun and engaging tour with delightful guide, Hazel, who included a lot of history of what inspired JKRowling’s Harry Potter books. In the process we saw a lot of Edinburgh. We laughed a lot as she quizzed us and engaged everyone together in a great time.
Gina_S, May 2026
This tour covered many interesting facts about the development of the Harry Potter series. Though there is no actual filming site in Edinburgh, it’s very interesting to see the areas that may have been used as inspiration for the books.
Kirsty was an excellent guide for our Harry Potter walking tour. She not only knew the tour information , she was also a Harry Potter fan! This made the tour so much more fun. I would recommend to all but we warned it is quite a walk!
Jane_D, Apr 2026
Benjamin was witty, enthusiastic and so knowledgeable.
He clearly loves Harry Potter and this love was passed on through his tour.
Highly recommend.
Ann_B, Apr 2026
As a Harry Potter fan this tour was enjoyable! Walking through Edinburgh with the guide was definitely the best way to go. We only had half a day to spend in the city and were able to see a few places before returning to Glasgow! the city is beautiful so it was worth our time to see the Harry Potter-esque sites with Paul!
Kunal_J, Apr 2026
Hazel was a fantastic tour guide. Very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She has wonderful energy. We would highly recommend this tour (especially with Hazel).
David_H, Apr 2026
We had a great time and our guided was very informative and entertaining. You can tell she is definitely a huge Harry Potter fan.
Jori_F, Apr 2026
Very informative! Great to see inspiration for the books. Jackson was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable!
Antonio_M, Apr 2026
Our tour guide Jackson was the best, very knowledgeable about JK Rowling and definitely a Harry Potter Fan. He was very personable and we enjoyed the tour a lot. Definitely would recommend you ask for him for this tour.
Grant_T, Feb 2026
Hazel gave a very enjoyable, knowledgeable tour of Edinburgh and the Harry Potter sites. Thank you!!
Helen_T, Feb 2026
Brilliant for Harry Potter fans - lots of hidden gems and nuggets of information. Our guide Jackson (Jaxon) was very personable.
Kunal_S, Feb 2026
A great way to explore Edinburgh...if you are a Harry Potter fan then it is amazing but even if you are not it is a great way to explore the place.
Wakana_T, Jan 2026
I would like to ask to get refund as the tour guide didn't turn up although I was waiting at the meeting point.
Christina_M, Jan 2026
Dress warm. Be able to walk on uneven roads. Get a butter beer at the end of the tour. Lots of great sites.
Victoria_S, Nov 2025
Kristy was so up beat and cheery! You could tell her love for Harry Potter shined through the tour. This is the perfect tour for the first day because you’re also able to get a lay of the land and was able to walk the city afterwards.
Tracey_B, Nov 2025
It was very informative and we learnt a lot about JK Rowling’s life Jackson our guide was really enthusiastic and entertaining in a brilliant way it was fun and seeing a lot of places we wouldn’t have seen if we hadn’t gone on the tour
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