Overview
JK Rowling... she’s sold a few books - what?!
✒ On this tour, we dive deep into her history. Learn to use failure as a springboard, be inspired, stay committed & conquer the world. Discover the events that moved her & the cafes which fueled her. Experience how, through a caffeine-charged imagination, a penniless single mother put a dent in the Muggle-verse.
◘ Learn the entire genesis of Potter, from lightning striking on a Manchester train to becoming a pillar of British culture & shaping generations.
◘ Reviewers say it’s a good introduction to our Hogwartian old town, discover fabulous gothic scenes off the Muggle track, the stonework of Rowling's imagination.
◘ There’s magic, I never got my letter so I’m giving you yours.
✒ Darker than an Azkaban prison cell, more brilliant than all the gold in Gringotts, 4+ hours long for those with double the love. Stand on the shoulders of Rowling, Nimbus-charge your originality & drive; fill that aching Potter-shaped hole inside ϟ
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Resurrection stone. To revive the magic
Escort back to Edinburgh’s ‘Harry Potter’ street at the end if you wish
4 PLUS HOURS of Edinburgh’s world heritage site, the Hogwartian half, the Old Town
Spoilers, it explores JK’s themes so is terrible for whetting appetites
A peek inside JK Rowling’s head. It’s fairly big but leave only footprints
Discounted all day parking cost £10, please contact me
Genocide: We’re a local company compliant with Scottish law
Tips: Wizards aren’t rich, unsurprisingly, help him out if you can afford to
Potter guides & aspiring guides: please look elsewhere, I love you but I have too many "tributes"
French. If your English is weak I am able to appoint a French guide, please contact me
Flexibility: due to the start point it’s difficult to cut the tour short SEEK my 8hr Potterhead tour
Humility. Well OK. Why am I so bad @ Quidditch, it’s so unfair. & Charms & Transfiguration & Potions
And nobody likes me. The only person who likes me is Hermione. Jesus.
Breakfast. We can pause for sandwiches to be eaten during the tour, but BREAKFAST IS KING
Kids who have not read the books. Buy them the books already. Meantime try potter trail instead
This is a tour for those who've read & love the books. Squibs are there for true fan’s ride
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
If you're not driving a car in, this is the correct meeting point for my tour. Outside General register house, besides the Apple store & the statue of the Duke of Wellington on his rearing horse.
Opposite the Balmoral hotel with its big clock tower.
End point
Ends @ City Chambers opposite St Giles Cathedral & the Octagonal Mercat cross, besides Mary Kings Close. 5 mins walk uphill to the Castle, 4 mins down steps to Waverley station. Ask & I’ll direct you to them.
Meeting folk? I recommend the Mercat Cross or the benches around City Chambers Courtyard
Good to know
You're brill brill brill!
For instructions on discounted all-day parking in NCP, please contact me NOW. I can pickup & walk you to the start point at 09.47 am but can't wait.
If coming by the Floo network it's "Edin-BURRRR", too many have landed in Borgin & Burkes, they've started complaining.
Your guide Sam usually wears red wizard robes. He's a total nerd.
See you soon
x
Sam
What to expect
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10 min
The tour starts where Harry Potter died. (He might also have revived - *SPOILERS*).
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10 min
Harry's maternity ward
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McEwan Hall
10 min
See the fabulous hall where JK Rowling had a ball
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Greyfriars
5 min
JK Rowling has disowned this cemetery as an inspiration, we dig up the truth.
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George Heriot's School
5 min
JK Rowling insists this castled school isn't Hogwarts. So what is JK Rowling's connection? Why has she visited so many many times and why has it had such a profound impact on her life?
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5 min
The birthplace of Harry Potter? Ummm, no. Beloved by JK Rowling nevertheless.
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5 min
Scottish whisky ice cream, the most scottish Ice cream in the world. Sometimes, when the elves have been busy, they also have a butter brew flavour.
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Museum CONTEXT
5 min
We visit Victoria Street, Edinburgh's winding wizarding street and unpack its famed Harry Potter shops
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5 min
What does Harry Potter have to teach? Nothing really, Rowling didn't see herself as children's baby sitter or teacher. Here though we explore some of her ideas and views of the world as embedded in her epic.
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5 min
JK Rowling's Europillia - Oh my!
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5 min
Edinburgh is UNESCO's first 'city of literature', we now mentor the others around the world. In this special court to makars - writers, we have a look at the ascent of Edinburgh's most famous adopted daughter.
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Mercat Cross
1 min
Where poverty & sovereignty meet. Or something.
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Edinburgh City Chambers
10 min
We have at look at Rowling's Edinburgh Award
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5 min
The finale, we give thanks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Not recommended for people requiring mobility aids, e.g. a stick, 6km of hilly walking is demanding. Contact me for a private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about JK Rowling’s Edinburgh & the Writing of Harry Potter 4¼hrs
Can I cancel JK Rowling’s Edinburgh & the Writing of Harry Potter 4¼hrs for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours 15 min.
What's included?
- Resurrection stone. To revive the magic
- Escort back to Edinburgh’s ‘Harry Potter’ street at the end if you wish
- 4 PLUS HOURS of Edinburgh’s world heritage site, the Hogwartian half, the Old Town
- Spoilers, it explores JK’s themes so is terrible for whetting appetites
- A peek inside JK Rowling’s head. It’s fairly big but leave only footprints
- Discounted all day parking cost £10, please contact me
What's not included?
- Genocide: We’re a local company compliant with Scottish law
- Tips: Wizards aren’t rich, unsurprisingly, help him out if you can afford to
- Potter guides & aspiring guides: please look elsewhere, I love you but I have too many "tributes"
- French. If your English is weak I am able to appoint a French guide, please contact me
- Flexibility: due to the start point it’s difficult to cut the tour short SEEK my 8hr Potterhead tour
- Humility. Well OK. Why am I so bad @ Quidditch, it’s so unfair. & Charms & Transfiguration & Potions
Which places does it visit?
It visits McEwan Hall, Greyfriars, George Heriot's School, Museum CONTEXT, Mercat Cross, Edinburgh City Chambers.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by The Potter Tour
