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Edinburgh Harry Potter & Horrible History Small-Group Tour

Edinburgh Harry Potter & Horrible History Small-Group Tour

5.0 (221) 🕑 2 hours Free cancellation

Enjoy a unique walking tour of Edinburgh that combined Harry Potter, history, city highlights, and hidden gems. Follow your guide around from the National Library of Scotland to the Edinburgh City Chambers. Along the way, learn about the city’s dark history and see sites that inspired J.K. Rowling, along with cafes where she wrote.

Languages: English
📍George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EW, UK
🏢Operated by Rob Carr Experiences

Highlights

  • Explore Edinburgh on a Harry Potter and history focused tour
  • See a different side of the city on this unique and fun tour
  • Choose from morning or afternoon departures
  • Discover hidden gems and learn how the city inspired J.K. Rowling

What you'll see & do

  • Discuss how J K Rowling began her journey in creating Harry Potter and how Edinburgh played its part in her journey of writing Harry Potter.
  • Talk about the official place of public executions
  • Enjoy the beautiful view of the Edinburgh Castle.
  • Learn about the bloody battle which resulted in the creation of the Flodden Wall.
  • Talking about the Jingling Geordie and how this school could be one of the main inspirations for Hogwarts
  • See three gravestones which are said to have inspired Rowling in naming important Harry Potter characters and delve into some ghost stories.
  • Come face to face with two cafes J K Rowling wrote in and learn how they played a huge part in her journey.
  • See the Edinburgh award hand prints of J K Rowling

What's included

  • Expert guide specialising in Edinburgh's history and Harry Potter sites
  • Small Group Guarantee (Max 12 People)
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • List of local recommendations for after the tour

Good to know

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

Cancellation policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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