Edinburgh Adult-Only Harry Potter Tour

An Edinburgh Harry Potter tour for Adults Only - including a drink at one our favourite local pubs! Join your fun Potter-head guide and a group of fellow fans to see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe.
A great way to meet like-minded people while you’re in Edinburgh :)

Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we’ll see Waverley Station and Edinburgh University Old College, then continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle's Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours 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 - and we finish with a drink in a classic local pub!

Meeting Point

Tron Kirk Market

122 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SG, UK

We meet outside of the Tron Kirk (The Royal Mile Market). Your Harry Potter guide will be standing near the entrance (Opposite "Bella Italia" restaurant) on the world-famous Royal Mile.
The nearest train station is Waverly Station, a 10-minute walk away.

What's included:

• 1 drink in a local pub (beer/wine/soft drinks etc.) - please bring ID
• Adult-only Harry Potter walking tour with a small group
• Fun local guide
• See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights

Not included:

• Hotel pickup / drop-off
• Additional drinks and food

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Royal Mile

High St., , Edinburgh, EH1 2PB

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!

15 minutes

Edinburgh Waverley Station

Edinburgh, EH1 3EG

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.

10 minutes

New Town

Edinburgh

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.

10 minutes

Old College, The University of Edinburgh

University of Edinburgh, South Bridge, Edinburgh EH8 9YL, UK

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!

10 minutes

Old Town

Edinburgh

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.

20 minutes

Greyfriars

26A Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh, EH1 2QQ

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.

20 minutes

Edinburgh Castle

Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG

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.

10 minutes

Victoria Street

Edinburgh

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!

15 minutes

Edinburgh City Chambers

45-329 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1PN

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 minutes

Grassmarket

21 Grassmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS

Finally, we’ll head to one of our favourite local pubs in the lively Grassmarket area nearby. This is a great chance to chat all things Potter with your group, and a great way to start your evening in Edinburgh!
One drink (wine/beer/spirit & mixer/soft drink etc.) is included in the price. Extra drinks or snacks available at your own expense.

1 hour