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Private Harry Potter Tour of Edinburgh
Harry Potter Walking Tour Meets Edinburgh’s Real History
Love Harry Potter and a bit of real history too? Join me for a private 2-hour Harry Potter and History walking tour through Edinburgh! Just you, me, and the stories that inspired the wizarding world. No huge group, no rush… and not a muggle tour group in sight.
Where Harry Potter Meets Edinburgh’s Real History
Love Harry Potter and a bit of real history too? Join me for a private 2-hour Harry Potter and History walking tour through Edinburgh! Just you, me, and the stories that inspired the wizarding world. No huge group, no rush… and not a muggle tour group in sight.
Join me for a private 2-hour Harry Potter and History walking tour through Edinburgh! Just you, me, and the stories that inspired the wizarding world. Not a muggle tour group in sight.
This Old Town walk blends the classic Potter trail locations with
Edinburgh’s darker history and the real stories that shaped the city Rowling knew. On your way you’ll find:
- An Edinburgh Castle viewpoint, Greyfriars Bobby, Victoria Street, hear tales of executions and grave robbers, two cafes Rowling used to write in and the graves of Riddell, McGonagall and more
Walking Tour Highlights
This Old Town walk blends the classic Potter trail locations with
Edinburgh’s darker history and the real stories that shaped the city Rowling knew.
On your way you’ll find:
- A hidden viewpoint of Edinburgh Castle
- Meet Greyfriars Bobby
- Believed inspiration of Diagon Alley
- Hear tales of executions and grave robbers
- See two cafes Rowling used to write in
- Graves of Riddell, McGonagall and more
There’s enough magic and mystery to keep everyone happy.
Book Your Private Harry Potter Experience Today
Ready for an unforgettable walking tour of Edinburgh’s magic and history? Book your private tour today.
- Duration: 2 hour private experience
- Language: English
- Start time: Flexible – recommend 9am to avoid peak times
- Start location: National Library of Scotland on George IV Bridge Road
- Want more history or extra magic? Contact me to customise
Book Your Private Harry Potter Experience Today
Ready for an unforgettable walking tour of Edinburgh’s magic and history?
Book your private tour today.
- Duration: 2 hour private experience
- Start time: Flexible to suit you – recommend 9am to avoid peak times
- Start location: National Library of Scotland on George IV Bridge Road
- Want more history or extra magic? Contact me to customise
What Our Guests Say
What Makes Our Tours Special
Small Groups
Looking for a special way to explore Edinburgh? Our private tour gives families, couples and small groups the chance to discover hidden closes, enchanting Harry Potter locations, and centuries of Old Town history at your own pace. With a max group size of 10, it’s a fun, personal experience you can truly enjoy together.
Family Friendly
Our private Harry Potter & Old Town tour is designed with families in mind. Fun-filled, relaxed pacing, engaging stories, and magical stops that bring the books to life. Whether it’s your child’s first visit to Edinburgh or a whole family of Potter fans, you’ll enjoy a fun and memorable experience together… plus a dad joke or two.
Harry Potter & History
From the inspirations behind Daigon Alley, Thomas Riddell and Hogwarts to the dark and fascinating stories of Edinburgh’s Old Town, this tour is perfect for fans who want more than the standard tourist route. We blend real history with the Potter trail to create a tour that appeals to both wizarding fans and curious explorers.
What Makes Our Tours Special
Private Tours
Our private tour gives families, couples and small groups the chance to discover Edinburgh at your own pace. With a max group size of 12, it’s a fun, personal experience you can truly enjoy together.
Family Friendly
Our private Harry Potter & Old Town tour is designed with families in mind. Fun-filled, relaxed pacing, engaging stories, and magical stops that bring the books to life… plus a dad joke or two.
Harry Potter & History
From the inspirations behind Diagon Alley, Tom Riddle and Hogwarts to the dark, fascinating stories of Edinburgh’s Old Town, this tour is for travellers who want more than the standard route. We blend real history with the Potter trail for wizarding fans and curious explorers alike.
What Makes Our Tours Special
Private Tours
Our private tour gives families, couples and small groups the chance to discover Edinburgh at your own pace. With a max group size of 12, it’s a fun, personal experience you can truly enjoy together.
Family Friendly
Our private Harry Potter & Old Town tour is designed with families in mind. Fun-filled, relaxed pacing, engaging stories, and magical stops that bring the books to life… plus a dad joke or two.
Harry Potter & History
From the inspirations behind Diagon Alley, Tom Riddle and Hogwarts to the dark, fascinating stories of Edinburgh’s Old Town, this tour is for travellers who want more than the standard route. We blend real history with the Potter trail for wizarding fans and curious explorers alike.
Full Walking Tour Itinerary & FAQs
Start – Meet outside of the National Library of Scotland on George IV Bridge, EH1 1EW
End – City Chambers, 253 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1YP
- Waterproof layers are essential – Scottish weather always keeps you guessing
- Comfortable shoes
- Charged camera/phone will serve you well
We begin outside the National Library of Scotland, where you’ll hear about one of the most challenging chapters in J.K. Rowling’s life and how, during that time, she began creating the wizarding world. You’ll also discover what many fans believe to be the real-life inspiration for Diagon Alley.
From this spot in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, we’ll wander through historic streets, pausing to chat about haggis and Robert Burns before uncovering the city’s darker past. You’ll hear tales of public executions, enjoy one of the best viewpoints of Edinburgh Castle, and make your way towards what is said to be the most haunted graveyard in the UK, Greyfriars Kirkyard.
Set amidst the hauntingly beautiful gravestones and mausoleums we will firstly meet Greyfriars Bobby, the incredibly loyal dog who stole the hearts of the nation. Before discovering four gravestones (including the grave of Thomas Riddell) which are believed by Harry Potter fans to have inspired J K Rowling to name characters. On the way out of the graveyard we revisit the realm of dark tales this time featuring the notorious Burke and Hare, and the Covenantors Prison.
Towards the end of the experience, you will see how her story was from rags to riches visiting two cafes where Jo spent her time writing the early chapters of her iconic books. Before finishing up at the Balmoral Hotel and the City Chambers. If you would like to try deep fried mars bar or/and haggis please ask!
Terms and Conditions
These terms and conditions, together with any other written information brought to your attention before we confirm your booking, shall form the basis of your contract with Rob Carr Tours. Please read these terms and conditions thoroughly and if you have any further questions contact us immediately.
Booking Process
Bookings can be made via our website at www.robcarrtours.co.uk, by telephone, by email, or via OTAs such as AirBnB Experiences or Indie Travel. Our online booking system can process payments via Stripe, PayPal and we are also able to take direct bank transfer. We will not issue your booking confirmation until the payment has been processed. For all walking tours full payment will be required at the time of booking (unless agreed otherwise). Note that we cannot be held responsible if any tour in which you are interested in becomes fully booked or unavailable prior to full payment being received from you.
Cancellation by You
If you wish to cancel or make any amendments to the tour, please notify us immediately in writing as cancellation charges may apply. Note the date the written communication is sent will be the effective date of cancellation. In the event of cancellation by you, cancellation charges may be payable, as set out below.
Walking Tours
For walking tours with a set itinerary, which are available for booking on scheduled dates from scheduled departure points, the following cancellation charges shall apply (depending on the effective date of cancellation):-
- cancellation more than 7 days before the tour departure: 100% refund of the tour price;
- cancellation less than 7 days before the tour departure: 100% charge of the tour price;
- in the event of a ‘no show’ you will be charged 100% of the tour price.
Cancellation by us
Rob Carr Tours reserves the right to cancel tours which experience unavoidable and unanticipated circumstances beyond our control. If we cancel then we will always refund the total amount received from the customer.
Change to itinerary
The itinerary must be taken as an indication of what each Group should accomplish and not as a contractual obligation on the part of Rob Carr Tours. Any changes in itinerary may be caused by local political conditions, delays, mechanical breakdown, weather, border restrictions, sickness or other unforeseeable circumstances. It is a fundamental condition when booking the tour described that you accept flexibility of the itinerary and acknowledge that delays and alterations with resulting consequences, comfort or disappointments are possible.
Insurance
There is no travel insurance cover provided as part any of the products sold by Rob Carr Tours. We do not accept responsibility for lost personal possessions and/or luggage on any point of the tour as well as any additional expenses experienced through delays, sickness, weather or other grounds out with our control. Additionally, we strongly recommend to purchase a travel insurance policy covering personal possessions, medical, travel, cancellation etc.