Private Harry Potter Tour - Discover JK Rowling's Edinburgh
Overview
Join your own private Potterhead guide to discover the best of Edinburgh–perfect for families and groups! See the sights that inspired JK Rowling’s wizarding universe, and learn secret stories and fun facts along the way!
Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we first head to historic Waverley Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College – a famous old campus that provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations
We continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which is home to Tom Riddle’s Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up her wizarding world!
Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street –said to be the inspiration for a very famous wizarding alley –and we finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city
Ideal for families and groups, this fun-filled Potter tour is sure to be a highlight of your trip to Edinburgh!
What's Included
- Learn about JK Rowling’s life in Edinburgh
- 2-hour private walking tour
- See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
- Fun Local Guide!
- Food & Drinks
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Meeting Location
122 High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1SG, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
253 High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1YJ, UK
What To Expect
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Royal Mile
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh Waverley Station
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
New Town
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
University of Edinburgh
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Town
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Greyfriars
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh Castle
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Victoria Street
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh City Chambers
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Learn about JK Rowling’s life in Edinburgh.
- 2-hour private walking tour.
- See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights.
- Fun Local Guide!.
- Food & Drinks.
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Harry Potter Tour - Discover JK Rowling's Edinburgh is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Harry Potter Tour – Discover JK Rowling’s Edinburgh will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Learn about JK Rowling’s life in Edinburgh
- 2-hour private walking tour
- See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
- Fun Local Guide!
- Food & Drinks
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
