--- title: Harry Potter Tour and Edinburgh Castle Visit lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 88 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.69 reviews: 470 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 13 of 13 (Edinburgh Castle Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/harry-potter-tour-and-edinburgh-castle-visit/ --- # Harry Potter Tour and Edinburgh Castle Visit **Guidekin's take:** Pair a wizarding-themed walk through the Old Town with an Edinburgh Castle visit, starting at Tron Kirk and passing Waverley Station and Edinburgh University Old College. The guided walk and castle tickets are included; hotel pickup is excluded. 4.69 from 470 reviews at €88 per person for 4h. ## Overview Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then, enter the incredible Edinburgh Castle! 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 which provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations. We continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle's Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up the world of Harry Potter! Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street - said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley - and we finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city. After the tour, you'll be given your tickets to explore the beautiful Edinburgh Castle! ## Before you book - Meeting point: We meet outside of the Tron Kirk (The… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 09:30, 12:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €42: ages 7 to 15 ## Key facts - Price: from €88 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.69/5 from 470 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 92% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Top Sights Tours Group LLC ## What's included - See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights - 2-hour walking tour with a small group - Tickets for Edinburgh Castle - Fun local guide! ## Not included - Food & Drinks - Hotel pickup / drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Royal Mile** (15m) - 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! 2. **Edinburgh Waverley Station** (10m) - 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. 3. **New Town** (10m) - 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. 4. **University of Edinburgh** (10m) - 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! 5. **Edinburgh Old Town** (20m) - 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. 6. **Greyfriars** (20m) - 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. 7. **Edinburgh Castle** (10m) - 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. 8. **Victoria Street** (15m) - 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! 9. **Edinburgh City Chambers** (10m) - 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. 10. **Edinburgh Castle** (2h; admission included) - After the tour, you’ll be given your Edinburgh Castle tickets to explore its stunning architecture, the Crown Jewels, Stone of Destiny, and the National War Museum. Enjoy breathtaking city views from the castle's vantage points at your own pace. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30, 12:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## 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. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJu7H4g4XHh0gRF5KZU28nsgk ## 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 ## Compared with other Edinburgh Castle Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #13 of 13** | €88 | 4h | 4.69 (470) | shared | | [Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle included](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-full-day-tour-with-edinburgh-castle-included/?format=md) | €114 | 5h | 4.95 (874) | shared | | [Edinburgh Castle 120-Minute In-Depth Experience with Expert Guide](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-120-minute-in-depth-experience-with-expert-guide/?format=md) | €55 | 2h | 4.96 (406) | shared | | [Edinburgh Castle Tickets and Tour - Local Expert Guide In a Kilt](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-tickets-and-tour-local-expert-guide-in-a-kilt/?format=md) | €46 | 1h 30m | 4.94 (665) | shared | Ranked #13 of 13 in Edinburgh Castle Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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