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Edinburgh Harry Potter Free Tour
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Scandic Tours
Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Duke of Wellington Equestrian Statue
Languages
English, French
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From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Step into the spellbinding streets that inspired the Wizarding World. Follow in J.K. Rowling’s footsteps through Edinburgh’s Old Town, beginning at Greyfriars Kirkyard, where familiar names from Hogwarts rest on centuries-old stones. Continue to the café where Rowling wrote the first chapters of Harry Potter and hear how the city shaped her imagination.
Stroll through hidden closes and the atmospheric lanes that echo the mood of the books, then walk along Victoria Street — the colorful, curving inspiration for Diagon Alley. Visit locations tied to the Department of Magic and uncover stories, secrets, and surprising references that connect Edinburgh to the saga.
The tour culminates at The Balmoral, the iconic hotel where Rowling finished the final book. Perfect for fans, families, and anyone curious about the magic woven into Edinburgh’s history.
Stroll through hidden closes and the atmospheric lanes that echo the mood of the books, then walk along Victoria Street — the colorful, curving inspiration for Diagon Alley. Visit locations tied to the Department of Magic and uncover stories, secrets, and surprising references that connect Edinburgh to the saga.
The tour culminates at The Balmoral, the iconic hotel where Rowling finished the final book. Perfect for fans, families, and anyone curious about the magic woven into Edinburgh’s history.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Not allowed
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Our Guides
Daniela
Hannah
Greg
Georgia
Pedro
Charlie
On arrival
Your guide will be waiting next to the Duke Wellington Equestrian Statue with a Scandic Tours sign.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
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Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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