Harry Potter's Edinburgh Tour and House of Illusions Experience

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Edinburgh Castle — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, Edinburgh — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Experience the magic of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then immerse yourself in over 100 amazing tricks and illusions at the city's most magical attraction! And with one of the city's best views!

Starting on The Royal Mile, see historic Waverley Station. and Edinburgh University Old College —a famous old campus that provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations. Continue through the atmospheric Old Town, visiting Greyfriars Kirkyard to see Tom Riddle's Grave, and the Elephant Café where JK Rowling dreamed up Harry Potter's world!

Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street—said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley. We finish near Edinburgh City Chambers to learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city.

After the tour, you'll be given your tickets for the World of Illusions experience - 5 floors filled with tricks and fun things to do!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–20
Guide: English
Operated by: Top Sights Tours Group LLC

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tickets for House of Illusions experience
Included: Access to the Rooftop Terrace for a spectacular view of the city
Included: See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
Included: 2-hour walking tour with a small group
Included: Fun local guide!

Not included

Not included: Food & Drinks
Not included: Hotel pickup / drop-off

Itinerary

Royal Mile

15 min

After meeting your guide and fellow Potter-heads near Tron Kirk Market, your tour starts with a stroll along Edinburgh’s world-famous Royal Mile!
Edinburgh Waverley Station

10 min

We’ll stop at a great viewpoint to see the historical Waverley Train station, much used by JK Rowling and an inspiration for trains being an iconic part of a young wizard's journey.
New Town

10 min

Looking over Edinburgh New Town, your guide will point out some key features that played a major part in the creation of the magical Harry Potter world.
University of Edinburgh

10 min

Next, we’ll pass by this famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration to JK Rowling’s creations…. This place might remind you of Hogwarts!
Old Town

20 min

We continue through the atmospheric streets of the Old Town, where your guide will show you many of the city’s most famous historical landmarks.
Greyfriars

20 min

In this spooky graveyard you will see many recognisable names from the Potter world - this is the site of Tom Riddell’s grave and a number of other names used for JK Rowling’s characters.
Edinburgh Castle

10 min

You’ll enjoy wonderful views of this beautiful old castle, which plays a huge part in Scottish history as well as inspiring JK Rowling's Potter Universe.
Victoria Street

15 min

With its colourful independent shops, overhanging street signs and the cobbled street that twists and turns out of view, it's easy to see why this is said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley!
Edinburgh City Chambers

10 min

We end the tour at the City Chambers where we see the impact that JK Rowling has had on Edinburgh itself, and her huge contributions to the local community.
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1 h 30 min Admission included

After the tour, you'll be given your tickets for Camera Obscura to explore five floors filled with tricks and fun things to do — perfect fun for all ages and nationalities, rain or shine!

There's also an incredible viewpoint where you can look out over the city!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet outside of the Tron Kirk (The Royal Mile Market). Opposite Bella Italia on the world-famous Royal Mile. The nearest train station is Waverly Station, a 10-minute walk away.

End point

After your walking tour, make your way to the incredible Camera Obscura & World of Illusions in the centre of Edinburgh - tickets included!

Using your ticket

Please show your booking confirmation to your walking tour guide. You’ll be given your World of Illusions entry ticket at the end of your walking tour.

The tour will commence on time : so please do not be late!

We won’t be able to answer our cell phones once the tour has started. It is essential that you arrive 10 minutes before the start and unfortunately, we will not be able to provide a refund due to lateness or delay. Please use a journey planner to ensure you leave enough time to get to the starting point.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants are welcome to join the tour for free, but please be aware that the route includes parts that would be difficult to navigate with a stroller