Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison) in London
London, United Kingdom

Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison)

Outty Ranking 53 3.6 · 10 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $24

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Is Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison) worth booking?

Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison) is a 4-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $24 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
3.6/5 (10)
Duration
4 hours
From
$24 per person

Discover the magic of Harry Potter’s London on the ultimate wizarding walking tour, full of iconic film locations and amazing sights, then visit Clink Prison, one of England’s oldest and most notorious prisons. Meet you

What you get

    About this experience

    Discover the magic of Harry Potter’s London on the ultimate wizarding walking tour, full of iconic film locations and amazing sights, then visit Clink Prison, one of England’s oldest and most notorious prisons. Meet your fun Potter-head guide and a small group of fellow fans at iconic King’s Cross Station, home to Platform 9 ¾, before setting off on your magical city tour. See the narrow streets, famous bridges and tiny shops where scenes from your favourite films were shot, stop by at the theatre where the renowned Potter stage show is performed, visit the heart of UK cinema at lively Leicester Square, and so much more!! Along the way, your guide will share stories and fun facts about Potter’s London that will delight fans young and old! After your walking tour, you’ll be given tickets for the Clink Prison. Fun, scary, and a peek into the less-glorious history of London!

    What's included

    Included

    • Small-group sizes
    • 3 hour walking tour of the best Wizard filming locations in London
    • Visit 2 Amazing Potter Shops (discount code HP394)
    • Fun Local Guide
    • Entrance Ticket to Clink Prison Museum

    Not included

    • We take 2 tube journeys on this tour. You will need a contactless Bank Card, Oyster or Travel Card
    • Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & snacks to sip and nibble on the tour)
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point

    What you'll see and do

    1. King's Cross Station

      After meeting your guide and fellow Potter fans, head inside this beautiful old station - home of Platform 9 ¾ where the journey to Hogwarts begins! Want to get your photo with the Platform 9 ¾ trolley? Queues can be big so we recommend arriving 45mins before the tour starts - we won't have time during the tour itself.

      30 minutes here

    2. Cecil Court

      Walk down this beautiful old London street, full of colourful independent shops with overhanging signs - just like a famous magical shopping street in Harry Potter. Great for Photos!

      10 minutes here

    3. Goodwin's Court

      Tiptoe your way through a dark and mysterious street that big Harry Potter fans will recognise immediately. Keep your voices low so as not to disturb the dark arts....

      10 minutes here

    4. Palace Theatre

      Next, we'll stop by at the famous theatre where the Potter world hits the Stage with the world-renowned Cursed Child Theatre Show. Get your camera ready for pictures with the iconic Harry Potter Sign.

      10 minutes here

    5. House of Spells

      Your guide will lead you to the House of Spells, where you can shop for butterbeer, sweets, chocolate frogs, wands, books and much much more…. And we even have a special discount code you can use!

      15 minutes here

    6. Leicester Square

      Get your photos with the Harry Potter Statue and see the heart of UK cinema, where world premieres of your favourite movies are shown!

      20 minutes here

    7. Westminster Abbey

      Take a stroll through Westminster to see many filming locations from the Potter movies - you’ll be amazed to see these familiar places in real life!

      30 minutes here

    8. Borough Market

      The tour continues on to vibrant Borough Market - one of London's best food markets and also home to filming locations for the Leaky Cauldron and Third Hand Emporium!

      15 minutes here

    9. London Bridge

      We'll finish the tour near to London Bridge, and along the way you'll spot some familiar film locations and sights that inspired JK Rowling's wizarding universe!

      30 minutes here

    10. The Clink Prison Museum

      After your walking tour, go down into the depths of the Clink, the UK's oldest prison, to learn about the raucous, unruly, and wicked inhabitants, ranging from debtors, harlots, heretics, drunkards, and even religious adversaries.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    London

    We meet in front of the stairs leading up to the Parcel Yard (next to the Platform 9 3/4 Harry Potter shop inside King's Cross Station) The guide will be standing there holding a sign or waving a wand.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Top Sights Tours Group LLC

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

    Traveler reviews

    10 verified traveler reviews for Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Nancy_C · October 2025

    Magicial advies

    Nice little walk through London to discover inspirations, outdoor filming locations, short anecdotes from Harry Potter movies, interesting historical info. Places that we might not have done alone. In a family Mood and fun. If it rains, just provide his umbrella and good shoes that don't pierce. Just we thought the tour of the prison was for the group but actually no, we have to go after.

    via Viator (translated)

    Travel61141474975 · November 2023

    A SAD EXPERIENCE

    Good morning We were very disappointed because we had booked a group tour for Harry Potter in Azkaban In London and we were 30 minutes early at the meeting point, but no guide was present. We were also with another family and waited. We contacted Viator, who offered us a refund in writing via WhatsApp, which we accepted. However, a month later, they still haven't issued any refunds. It's a shame to be treated this way by a company that should be providing the right information, Well, in short, the iron pot against the earthen pot because today with Brexit we don't want to fight. Good advice to pay on site because when things go wrong you will never be reimbursed by viatour. Hello, We were very disappointed because we had booked a group tour for Harry Potter at Azkaban in London, and we arrived 30 minutes early at the meeting point, but no guide was present. We were also with another family and waited. We contacted Viator, who offered us a refund in writing via WhatsApp, which we accepted. However, one month later, they still haven't issued any refund. It's unfortunate to be treated this way by a company that should provide accurate information. In short, it's a case of the pot calling the kettle black because today, with Brexit, we don't want to fight. A piece of advice: pay on the spot, as when things go wrong, you will never be refunded by Viator.

    Response from the operator: We are the Harry Potter Walking tour company not Viator, if you are having issues retrieving your refund from Viator please contact them and remove this review. Thank you.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    arsaelln · July 2022

    Rushed and overpriced

    Highly overpriced and far from what I expected. I found the same Airbnb tour for a portion of the price I paid here. Our guide was friendly but clearly not an avid fan and the whole thing seemed rushed. It was over and done within just 2 hours, not 6 as stated. Not worth the money. Google the locations and do the walk by yourself.

    via Tripadvisor

    Andrew_E · August 2021

    Happy experience

    Met Chris at kings cross next to the platform 9 3/4 shop. Really informative , interesting all things Harry Potter & extra. I highly recommend this tour . Show you places that you would never find otherwise. Very good 10 out of 10.

    via Viator

    theflyingmum2015 · January 2020

    Best for die-hard Potter fans!

    We visited from Australia with a large group of teen cousins and this tour was the highlight of our trip to London. Our guide, James, was down-to-earth and approachable for all kinds of random questions. He was organised, kept the pace how we liked it, and had excellent knowledge of background stories from the making of all 8 Harry Potter films to funny stories about London in general. Excited to see the inspiration behind Diagon Alley, learn about some of the filming issues, do a "Ron Weasley" near the Ministry of Magic, and visit some of the designers. Loved it! Can't recommend this tour highly enough.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $24 to $48
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    4
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)51
    Review evidence (18% weight)32
    Booking momentum (14% weight)25
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)6
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison): questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

    How much does Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison) cost?

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    Prices start at $24 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison) take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.

    Is Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison) worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison)?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison) suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison)?

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    Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Harry Potter Azkaban Tour (Film Locations & Prison) start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in London?

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    London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit London?

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    May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in London?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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