
Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 4,703 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh worth booking?
Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh is a 2-hour experience in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, from $21 per person. It scores 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 4,703 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 93 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (4,703)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $21 per person
Come on this Harry Potter themed walking tour of Edinburgh. Get sorted into your House and test your Potter knowledge. Walk in the footsteps of your favourite Harry Potter actors and screenwriters around the magical world of Edinburgh. Your guide is a movie enthusiast, armed with weird and wonderful Potter trivia. Meet your guide who will put you into your House - prepare to have your knowledge tested in our Trivia Quiz! There are several other games along the way with fabulous prizes to be won. Visit the sites that inspired the movies & books!
What you get
About this experience
Come on this Harry Potter themed walking tour of Edinburgh. Get sorted into your House and test your Potter knowledge. Walk in the footsteps of your favourite Harry Potter actors and screenwriters around the magical world of Edinburgh. Your guide is a movie enthusiast, armed with weird and wonderful Potter trivia. Meet your guide who will put you into your House - prepare to have your knowledge tested in our Trivia Quiz! There are several other games along the way with fabulous prizes to be won. Visit the sites that inspired the movies & books!
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Edinburgh Castle
We will finish the tour near Edinburgh Castle
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Edinburgh
William Chambers Monument 45 Chambers St, Edinburgh EH1 1JF. It just next to the National Museum Entrance. Exact directions to this spot, your guide and a one-tap "running late" are in your SYC Passport: app.seeyour.city, with your Viator booking reference and the surname on the booking.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Portuguese Language
French language tour
English Language
English Speaking Guide
Spanish Language
Italian Language
German Language
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- See Your City
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- There is approximately 1.5 miles walking, at an easy pace
- The tour is wheelchair accessible, although there are many hills
- Your interactive tickets, games and concierge live in your SYC Passport: go to app.seeyour.city, enter your Viator booking reference and the surname on the booking.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4,699 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
4,699 verified traveler reviews for Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Exceptional Guide
Fantastic tour, top notch, due to our guide Monique. Who is a complete Harry Potter nerd, so passionate & knowledgeable, and exceptional at her job. The trivia quiz we did on the way round was an added bit of fun.
via Tripadvisor
So fun and informative
The graveyard is very cool! The other Harry potter stops are fun as well but the graveyard is definitely the highlight.
via Viator
All in all a nice experience
Kieran was very good at this tour. He had a good voice level and came with the right energy quizzing our Harry Potter knowledge along the way after having sorted us into the 4 houses. This was a fun idea that kept us smiling. He was friendly and kind offering tips at the end of the tour and had a good pace for the trip. All in all a nice experience.
via Viator
Quick and so fun!
Loved the trivia while walking the streets from each sight. Our guide was so funny. Sometimes with these types of tours the guides can be a little boring, but not ours! It was great!
via Viator
Orla, our guide, was very...
Orla, our guide, was very knowledgeable and super friendly. We really enjoyed learning more about Scotland and Edinburgh's history along with all the info on the inspiration for Harry Potter.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $21 to $22
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1,646
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by See Your City, who run 17 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 74.3 and 4 in the 90+ Club.
See everything See Your City runsWhy this scores 93
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Edinburgh.
How much does Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh cost?
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Prices start at $21 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Edinburgh usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Edinburgh is not rushed.
Is Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 93 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 4,703 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Edinburgh, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
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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 Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
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Around 1,646 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?
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On Outty we rank every Edinburgh experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh, The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town: Historical Guided 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 Edinburgh?
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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 Edinburgh?
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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 Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
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Included: Professional guide. Not included: Gratuities; Food and drinks; and Hotel pickup and drop-off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
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William Chambers Monument 45 Chambers St, Edinburgh EH1 1JF. It just next to the National Museum Entrance. Exact directions to this spot. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh offered in?
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It is offered in German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. 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 Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
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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 Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: The tour is wheelchair accessible, although there are many hills. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh 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 Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
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Across 4,703 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
What booking options are available for Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
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There are 6 options to choose from, including Portuguese Language, French language tour, English Language, Spanish Language. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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