
London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids)
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 912 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) worth booking?
London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) is a 3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $16 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 912 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (912)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $16 per person
An unmissable tour for families & all die hard fans of Harry Potter! Kids join for free ! Age 13 and below. Please book them in! Join your fun Potterhead guide and small group of fellow fans to discover actual movie set locations of the world's most famous Wizard (you know who he is!) You'll also visit several locations that inspired JK Rowling's stories - it's the best way for Potter fans to explore London! The tour starts at King Cross Train station : Platform 9 3/4!! We'll walk down magical narrow streets on our way to the Leicester Square area for top film locations & visiting 2 famous shops - the first made all of the paper props for the films and the second a very nice treat for the kids (We keep this one a secret!) We'll then travel to London Bridge where we see more film locations, including the Wobbly Bridge & Leaky Cauldron. Along the way, learn fun wizarding facts and stories, and see sights & buildings that inspired JK Rowling. Welcome to Harry Potter's London!
What you get
About this experience
An unmissable tour for families & all die hard fans of Harry Potter! Kids join for free ! Age 13 and below. Please book them in! Join your fun Potterhead guide and small group of fellow fans to discover actual movie set locations of the world's most famous Wizard (you know who he is!) You'll also visit several locations that inspired JK Rowling's stories - it's the best way for Potter fans to explore London! The tour starts at King Cross Train station : Platform 9 3/4!! We'll walk down magical narrow streets on our way to the Leicester Square area for top film locations & visiting 2 famous shops - the first made all of the paper props for the films and the second a very nice treat for the kids (We keep this one a secret!) We'll then travel to London Bridge where we see more film locations, including the Wobbly Bridge & Leaky Cauldron. Along the way, learn fun wizarding facts and stories, and see sights & buildings that inspired JK Rowling. Welcome to Harry Potter's London!
What's included
Included
- KIDS JOIN FREE !! (Age 13 and below)
- Small group sizes
- 3 hour walking tour of the best Wizard filming locations in London
- Fun Local Guide
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
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
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
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
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
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
Westminster
Film Locations
30 minutes here
Borough Market
See one of London's best world food markets to see more recognisable filming locations for not just Harry Potter but many many more.
15 minutes here
London Bridge
Film Locations and other inspirations that J.K. Rowling drew from!
30 minutes here
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) Want to get your photo with the Platform 9 ¾ trolley? Queues can be big so we recommend arriving 45mins early - we won't have time during the tour itself.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We end our tour a 5 minutes walk away from London Bridge Station.
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
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Extra Large Push chairs not accessible
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 911 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
911 verified traveler reviews for London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Kind of disapointing....
Kind of disapointing. Mayby if you are a really big fan this would be interesting. Not for people who walks slowly or with kids trolleys.
via Viator
Great London Magic
Great pricing and the guide, Greg, had great knowledge of the region as well as of Harry Potter. The biggest reason I booked the tour was that I saw the landmarks I could hit and im a harry potter fam so it was perfect for me as a tourist. Small group so it was easy to communicate and travel.
via Tripadvisor
Great tour and overview of some of London
I signed my husband and myself up for the guided Harry Potter group tour. I thought it would be a good overview of some sights in London and a way to familiarize ourselves with some of London when first arriving. We landed in the morning from the States, dropped our suitcases off at the hotel, and headed to the meeting place. My husband was hesitant about the tour, he's not a nerd like me, and isn't very familiar with Harry Potter. Lol. But once the tour was over, he was really happy with the time we spent and thoroughly enjoyed the tour and sights. Our tour guide, Sammer was professional, kind, knowledgeable, and also attentive to our questions throughout the tour. He took the group to both quiet and busy areas of London to take in the London sights and point out Harry Potter film areas. He suggested places for us to visit and pop into when we had a few minutes to look around on our own until he resumed the tour again. As someone who watches Harry Potter it was a fun tour to see sights that may have influenced the books and then the movies. For someone who isn't familiar with Harry Potter, it's a good tour to get a little bit of a layout of London and take in sights that would normally be missed if a person isn't familiar with the area. Overall, the tour in general was a great way to get a nice overview of some of London, especially when first arriving. My husband and I were both very impressed with the time we were on the tour. We would definitely do it again if we return.
via Viator
Fun Experience in London
It was a great experience; the guide was very attentive and shared many fun facts about HP (movies, the upcoming new series, and the books). She also had a wonderful personality and was really enjoyable to talk to.
via Tripadvisor
Fun tour
It was a fun tour for the price! Sammer was very engaging and friendly. Be prepared to hop on the Tube- not a big deal for us but was a surprise!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $16 to $30
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 319
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Top Sights Tours Group LLC, who run 132 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.6 and 3 in the 90+ Club.
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London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) cost?
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Prices start at $16 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 London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) take?
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Plan for about 3 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 London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 912 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids)?
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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 London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids)?
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Around 319 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) 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 The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour, Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs. 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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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.
What is included in London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids)?
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Included: KIDS JOIN FREE !! (Age 13 and below); Small group sizes; 3 hour walking tour of the best Wizard filming locations in London; and Fun Local Guide. Not included: We take 2 tube journeys on this tour. You will need a contactless Bank Card, Oyster or Tra; Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & snacks to sip and nibble on the tour); and Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids)?
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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. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids)?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Extra Large Push chairs not accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids)?
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Across 912 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, good for families. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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