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Experience the magical sights of Edinburgh with our top-rated Harry Potter-themed walking tour, followed by entry to amazing Edinburgh Castle, the inspiration for Hogwarts.

Highlights

• Learn about Harry Potter’s origins from your fun Potter-head guide
• Discover the magic of Edinburgh with a small group of fellow fans
• Visit the places that inspired Diagon Alley, Tom Riddle's Grave & more!
• See the Elephant Cafe where JK Rowling created her early stories
• Explore beautiful Edinburgh Castle - tickets included!

Description

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then, enter the incredible Edinburgh Castle! Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we first head to historic Waverley Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College – a famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations. We 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 near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city. After the tour, you’ll be given your tickets for Edinburgh Castle, where you can explore by yourself to your heart's content, learn its storied history, see its hidden treasures, and stunning views this monument has to offer.

Includes

Fun local guide! 2-hour walking tour with a small group See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights Edinburgh Castle entry ticket

Easy cancellation

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