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The Potter Trail Private Tour

5 (1429)
Edinburgh, GB
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The Potter Trail Private Tour

5 (1429)
Edinburgh, GB
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Experience the magic of Harry Potter in Edinburgh with The Potter Trail Private Tour! As the original Harry Potter tour in the city, this tour guarantees the ultimate experience for fans. With experienced guides who are not only knowledgeable but also skilled at entertaining, you're in for a captivating journey through the world of Harry Potter. Explore Greyfriars Kirkyard, where JK Rowling found inspiration for her characters, and see potential inspirations for Hogwarts at George Heriot's School and Edinburgh Castle. Discover the place where Rowling wrote much of the first book and visit the National Museum of Scotland for more connections to the series. Learn about the cafe that is dubbed the "Birthplace" of Harry Potter and stroll down Victoria Street, the real-life Diagon Alley. Book a private tour and enjoy the flexibility to take the tour at your own pace and have all your questions answered. Let your love for Harry Potter come alive in the enchanting city of Edinburgh!

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 1 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 2-15 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Experience the original Harry Potter tour in Edinburgh
  • Take the tour at your own pace
  • Interact with trained guides who are skilled at entertaining
  • Customize the tour to suit your group
  • Explore the real-life Diagon Alley on Victoria Street
  • Guide
  • Please bring something that you can use as a wand. This can be anything roughly wand shaped - a pen or umbrella will work well!

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Introduction

Welcome to The Potter Trail Private Tour! Founded in 2012, we are the original Harry Potter tour in Edinburgh. With our extensive experience and top-notch guides, we are consistently rated as the best tour company in the city. Immerse yourself in the magical world of Harry Potter as we take you on a journey that will captivate your imagination.

What to expect?

During this 90-minute tour, brace yourself for a truly enchanting experience. Discover the secrets and inspirations behind the world-renowned Harry Potter series as we explore the historic sites of Edinburgh. From the magical Greyfriars Kirkyard, where JK Rowling spent much of her time writing the books, to the charming streets that resemble Diagon Alley, you'll be transported into the wizarding world and learn fascinating trivia along the way.

Who is this for?

Calling all Harry Potter enthusiasts, this tour is made for you! Whether you're a die-hard fan, a curious muggle, or simply someone who appreciates great storytelling, The Potter Trail Private Tour is sure to delight. We cater to all age groups, so gather your friends, family, or even plan a special outing for your hen party or school group. Our passionate guides have the ability to customize the tour content to suit any audience, ensuring everyone has a magical experience.

Why book this?

What sets The Potter Trail Private Tour apart is our unique combination of knowledge, entertainment, and customization. Our guides are not only experts in all things Harry Potter, but also skilled comic performers. They will keep you engaged and entertained throughout the tour, leaving you wanting more. Additionally, booking a private tour ensures that you can explore at your own pace, ask unlimited questions, and truly immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Harry Potter.

Good to know

While on the tour, keep your eyes peeled for gravestones in Greyfriars Kirkyard that inspired characters in the series, such as William McGonagall and Thomas Riddell. You'll also get to see potential inspirations for Hogwarts, including George Heriot's School and Edinburgh Castle. Don't miss out on the National Museum of Scotland, where you'll discover interesting connections to Harry Potter. And, of course, visit the famous cafe that proudly claims to be the "Birthplace" of Harry Potter.

Reviews

Visitors have raved about The Potter Trail Private Tour, praising the knowledgeable guides and their passionate storytelling. Past attendees have mentioned that this tour brought the magic of Harry Potter to life and provided fascinating insights into JK Rowling's inspiration. Many have also commended the customization options, especially for special occasions like hen parties. Overall, reviewers have expressed high satisfaction and an eagerness to recommend this tour to fellow Potterheads. Join us on The Potter Trail Private Tour and experience the enchantment for yourself!

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Greyfriars Kirkyard

We begin our tour in the city's historic Greyfriars Kirkyard where JK Rowling spent a lot of time while writing the books. Here we'll see several names on gravestones that inspired characters in the series including William McGonagall and Thomas Riddell. From here we will also see two potential inspirations for Hogwarts in the form of George Heriot's School and Edinburgh Castle.

National Museum of Scotland

Some small connections here to Harry Potter but also a good location to talk about the Balmoral Hotel where JK Rowling finished the series.

The Elephant House

A cafe that promotes itself as the "Birthplace" of Harry Potter. We will explain why those inverted commas are very important...

Reviews

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5 (1429)

foongeek

Fantastic! The guide was interactive and funny. She spoke with enthusiasm and really engages the tourists well with all the questions and giving us points for answering correctly. A treat for Harry Potter fans indeed.

paulorosss

This is my second time to do this tour and it's so much better! More facts in the graveyard and the tour leader, Christine, is very good in herding our lot around Edinburgh and showing us around. Definitely will recommend!

chiarapH3156UT

Christine, Thank you! What a wonderful hour you gave us ❤️ I took my 16 Italian pals and you were so understanding, spoke slowly and stopped when I needed to land a hand in translating. Absolutely fantastic tour! We learned so many new things and we all loved every minute, even the “non HP geeks” Best way to finish our crazy fun weekend. Many many thanks and would totally recommend! X

anastasiak676

Very informative tour. Loads of new things to learn for parents. Grave yard was the best bit , great overall. Thank you for all the effort. Would definitely recommend to the friends and family.

Dr_speed232

Becky was great - enjoyable tour. I had a great time walking the streets and exploring the inspiration. I would recommend to anyone with an interest in HP

G9293BUangelor

Wizard Stew has given us delightful insights and created some real Harry Potter magic for us. It was a wonderful experience we’d recommend to experts and novices alike!

xrisida

Excellent tour with our guide, Becky. She was truly amazing, funny and knowledgeable. She is a true geek of Harry Potter and sheared the excitement with us. She gave us many hints and overall had a great time. Thank you Becky! ◡̈ Highly recommend!

Colinasita

Did the Private Potter Trail tour with tour guide Roisin. It was great learning and seeing all the areas that inspired Jk Rowling and a plus was Roisin is also knowledgeable about history. Definitely recommended!

DayTrip23999648819

Alistair was such a passionate and funny guide! My family and I had the joy of seeing Edinburgh through the magical Potter Trail guided tour which gave a dimension to our stay that we wouldn’t otherwise have seen ourselves. I warmly recommend this to everyone who is the least bit interested in Harry Potter (books or movies)

oliviamQ2573OP

Great tour led by Charlie. Even the people on our tour who weren’t Potter heads enjoyed themselves. It was a great tour for people on a budget and myself and my friend were more than happy to give a decent tip at the end of our tour, especially since Charlie hung around to give us some local food recommendations. If you want a genuine potter tour and an ethical one (no exaggerations and they give part of their profits to some great charities) than look no further!
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2024-05-04 04:40
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