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Butterbeer & Magical Harry Potter Walking Tour
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2 Hours 15 Minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Come follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous wizard, and enjoy a refreshing bottle of non-alcoholic Butterbeer, a drink made famous by the movie. It consists of cream soda and butter syrup, and you won't find anything else like it in London except on our tour!
See the buildings that contain the Ministry of Magic, walk through the Underground barriers Harry and Arthur Weasley travelled through on their visit to London, stand on the bridge blown up by Death Eaters, and walk through the real Diagon Alley!
The tour will be filled with fun facts and film references, and take you to all the sites that inspired the iconic book series as well as including all the site used for filming in our city.
So whether you’re a Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff or Ravenclaw, grab your wands and come along on a magical walk through the London of Harry Potter!
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
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Start time
10:30 AM
End Point
The tour will finish on Charing Cross Road, the site of Diagon Alley, within walking distance of Leicester Square Station.
What To Expect
Borough Market
Borough Market was transformed into the setting for the Leaky Cauldron's entrance. The market's bustling atmosphere and historic architecture added an authentic touch to the magical world of Harry Potter and the Knight Bus scene that was filmed here.
• Admission Ticket Free
Clink Prison Museum
Considered an inspiration for Azkaban Prison, The Clink adds to the historical ambiance of the area, which was utilised as a filming location for scenes in Harry Potter.
• Admission Ticket Free
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre is an exact replica of the 16th century theatre that once stood here. This version was built by actor Sam Wanamaker, who is actually the father of Zoe Wanamaker who played Madame Hooch. In addition, David Tenant (Barty Crouch Jr) was married here.
• Admission Ticket Free
Millennium Bridge
This iconic London landmark, built in the year 2000 (hence the name) was blown up by the Death Eaters in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film!
• Admission Ticket Free
St. Paul's Cathedral
This is where Newt Scamander met Dumbledore in the Fantastic Beasts series and served as the set for the staircase to the Divination Tower in the Harry Potter film franchise.
• Admission Ticket Free
Former City of London School
Daniel Radcliffe attended the prestigious City of London School, which has a reputation for academic excellence and notable alumni. His education at this esteemed school provided a strong foundation that complemented his burgeoning acting career.
• Admission Ticket Free
Great Scotland Yard stood in for the entrance to the Ministry of Magic in the Harry Potter films. The historic and imposing façade of the building provided a fittingly grand and authoritative exterior for the magical government headquarters.
• Admission Ticket Free
Here you will stand in the footsteps of the Trio as you explore the location where they infiltrated the Ministry of Magic in The Order of the Phoenix.
• Admission Ticket Free
Whitehall
Whitehall serves as the location of the Ministry of Magic both in the books and the film series. Also, there is a portal here on Downing Street for the Minister for Magic to communicate with the Prime Minister of the muggle world.
• Admission Ticket Free
Trafalgar Square / Embankment
This central London piazza is one of London's most recognised landmarks and was also the site of the world premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 on July 7, 2011, attracting thousands of fans from around the globe.
• Admission Ticket Free
Godwin's Court in London, with its narrow, winding alley and historic charm, is believed to have inspired the set designers' depiction of Knockturn Alley in the Harry Potter series.
• Admission Ticket Free
Cecil Court
Cecil Court, a quaint pedestrian street in London known for its antiquarian bookshops and historic charm, is widely believed to have inspired Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter series. The enchanting atmosphere, lined with eclectic shops and Victorian architecture, mirrors the magical shopping district where wizards purchase their spellbinding supplies.
• Admission Ticket Free
Charing Cross Road
The entrance to Diagon Alley is located here on Charing Cross Road, a bustling thoroughfare in London known for its bookstores. This central and vibrant location adds a touch of magical realism to the series, blending the ordinary Muggle world with the hidden wizarding realm.
• Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- 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
Operated by Tours by Foot London
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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