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Book Auld Reekie Tours tickets for some of the best guided tours in Edinburgh
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Take a trip to the eeriest ends of Edinburgh and explore authentic vaults that remain unchanged since the 1700s! Delve into the darkest depths of Scotland as you discover Edinburgh's genuine links to witchcraft on a tour that guarantees a dramatic and truly memorable experience.
"Such a fun spooky tour to do while in the city. Our guide shared all the nitty gritty stories of the area and was very captivating!" - 2022 Visitors
Discover Harry Potter locations in Edinburgh City
Everything you need-to-know about Magical Potter Tours:
- Times: 1:45pm, 4:15pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Duration: 90-minutes. Please arrive 5-minutes early
- Age Restrictions: Suitable for all-ages!
- Tour Starts: 300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PH
- Tour Ends: 45 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LG
- Highlights: Explore Edinburgh's inspiration for Harry Potter including Diagon Alley, Hogwarts & more. Enjoy trivia, stories and immerse yourself in the Wizarding World.
- Please note: The team recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Harry Potter in Edinburgh
Witches, wizards and curious muggles, you're invited to explore Edinburgh's Old Town and discover the inspiration behind Harry Potter, featuring famous names, locations and lore:
- Experience an enchanting walking tour of Edinburgh, the historic Old Town and more
- Uncover every magical moment with an expert tour guide there to answer all Potter-related questions
- Discover the real-life inspiration behind Diagon Alley, Hogwarts and more
- Head to the bone-chilling but breath-taking Greyfriars Graveyard and Grassmarket Graveyard, home to many names used in the world-famous Harry Potter series
- Learn about Edinburgh's history, filled with witchcraft and folklore
- Immerse yourself into the Wizarding World with wonderful wizarding shops in alleyways, secret passages, ancient buildings and breathtaking architecture
- Test your Potter knowledge with playful trivia and be enlightened with behind-the-scenes secrets and stories
"We had a fantastic time on our tour. our guide was knowledgeable and very funny. The tour was very informative and something different to do. We certainly recommend!" - 2022 Visitors
Book Auld Reekie Tours tickets for some of the best Harry Potter tours in Edinburgh!
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How to find us
Office Address:
Address: Auld Reekie Tours, 45 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LG
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Tour Meeting Point Address:
Meeting Point: Tourist Information and Edinburgh Dungeons Police Box, Outside 300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PH. The meeting point is located across the road from Deacon Brodies Tavern.
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- Please note: Due to the nature of the tours, there are no toilets, food or drink, parking or wheelchair accessibility available.
- However, there are facilities in the surrounding areas.
Due to the nature of the historic attraction, there are no lifts or ramps available onsite. To enter the venue, visitors are required to climb a 2ft tall step, followed by a winding staircase.
This means that Auld Reekie Tours are currently not recommended for wheelchair users.
Whilst some tours are suitable for children, the team at Auld Reekie Tours want to remind visitors that the attraction is dark and can be deemed scary for younger guests.
- All children aged up to 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Minimum age requirement is 2 years old.
Meeting Point: Tourist Information and Edinburgh Dungeons Police Box, Outside 300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PH. The meeting point is located across the road from Deacon Brodies Tavern.
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