Harry Potter Origins Tour with Edinburgh Castle Tickets
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 with tickets included!
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!
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!
- Snacks & Drinks (please bring these along with you)
- Hotel pickup / drop-off (please make your own way to the start point)
Meeting Location
122 High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1SG, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Castlehill
Edinburgh EH1 2NG, UK
Your guide will give tickets and directions to the castle after your Harry Potter tour (they will not join you inside). Your experience ends here after your have explored the castle.
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
Edinburgh Castle
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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).
- See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights.
- 2-hour walking tour with a small group.
- Tickets for Edinburgh Castle.
- Fun local guide!.
- Snacks & Drinks (please bring these along with you).
- Hotel pickup / drop-off (please make your own way to the start point).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Harry Potter Origins Tour with Edinburgh Castle Tickets 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 Harry Potter Origins Tour with Edinburgh Castle Tickets will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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
- See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
- 2-hour walking tour with a small group
- Tickets for Edinburgh Castle
- Fun local guide!
- Snacks & Drinks (please bring these along with you)
- Hotel pickup / drop-off (please make your own way to the start point)
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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
