Harry Potter Walking Tour & Platform 9 3/4

Discover the wizarding world on this Harry Potter walking tour of London, a captivating Harry Potter tour in the heart of London. This Harry Potter walking tour is perfect for fans of all ages and will guide you through the best Harry Potter London locations featured in books and films.

Tour Description

Your Harry Potter walking tour starts at the Ministry of Magic film location, where you'll step into the magical world of wizards and learn the secrets behind these iconic scenes. Next, head to Trafalgar Square, the legendary site of the Harry Potter film premieres, some of the biggest events in London’s cinematic history.

From there, your Harry Potter walking tour takes you to the Harry Potter Statue in Leicester Square, the perfect photo spot to remember your magical tour, before moving on to Goodwins Court. This hidden gem with an enchanting atmosphere served as the inspiration for Knockturn Alley and is rich with dark history.

Your Harry Potter walking tour continues to Piccadilly Circus and the Palace Theatre, home to the acclaimed Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Then, make your way to the House of Minalima, a gallery showcasing stunning graphic art from the films and real film props, the perfect spot for any Harry Potter tour.

Finally, after a short journey on the London Underground, your Harry Potter walking tour concludes at King's Cross Station, where you can capture a memorable photo at Platform 9 3/4, the iconic gateway to Hogwarts. Join this Harry Potter tour for an unforgettable journey through London's magical Harry Potter locations!

Tour Highlights

⭐ Photo at Platform 9 3/4 at King’s Cross Station.

⭐ Real Harry Potter film locations in London.

⭐ Inspirational streets and landmarks from the Harry Potter books.

⭐ House of Minalima - official Harry Potter museum.

⭐ Real Harry Potter film props.

⭐ Official Harry Potter shop full of souvenirs.

⭐ Ministry of Magic, Knockturn Alley & more!

Tour Schedule

Days of Operation: Saturday, Sunday

Start: 10am
Departure Point: Embankment Station (Embankment Pier Exit)
Nearest Underground Station: Embankment

The Harry Potter Walking Tour will start at 10am at Embankment Station (Embankment Pier Exit). On arrival please meet your tour guide holding the yellow umbrella.

Finish: 12.30pm approx.
End Point: King’s Cross Station
Nearest Underground Station: King’s Cross Station

The tour will finish at approximately 12.30pm at King’s Cross Station.

Tour Itinerary

Your Harry Potter Walking Tour will include stops at the following locations:

📍 Platform 9 3/4 at King’s Cross Station

📍 House of Minalima

📍 Ministry of the Magic filming location

📍 Trafalgar Square filming location

📍 Leicester Square

📍 Palace Theatre

📍 The inspiration for Knockturn Alley

📍 Renaissance Hotel

📍 London Underground

*Itinerary subject to change.

Tour Price

Adults (18+ years old) - £14 per person

Children (5 - 17 years old) - £14 per person

Infants (0 - 4 years old) - Free/Complimentary

This tour is not available with a Go City/London Pass

Make it a private tour
This tour is also available as a private tour. Click here to book a private tour.

Important Information

WHAT IS INCLUDED

✅ Walking Tour
✅ Professional Tour Guide

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

❌ Warner Bros. Harry Potter studio tour
❌ London Underground/Tube ticket (required)
❌ Gratuities

ACCESSIBILITY

♿ This tour is not suitable for wheelchairs or those with walking difficulties.

PLEASE NOTE:

The tour is available in English only.
The total distanced walked on this tour is approximately 3 miles.
This tour does now visit the Warner Bros. Harry Potter studios. Click here for studio tickets.
This tour will take one journey on the London Underground/Tube. All guests require a valid London Underground/Tube ticket.
The tour will finish at Platform 9 3/4 at King’s Cross Station. Due to popular demand please allow extra time at the end of the tour if you wish to get a photo at the platform. This tour will not skip-the-line.

Frequently Asked Questions

Booking in advance is essential for all guests. We cannot accept walk up guests.
All guests aged 5+ years old are required to be included in your booking and have a valid ticket. Children aged 0-4 years old are complimentary and are not required to be included in your booking.
No. If you wish to visit the Warner Bros. Studio Tour please click here.

This tour will take one journey on the London Underground/Tube. All guests are required to have a valid transport card. This can be an Oyster Card, Contactless Credit/Debit Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or Paper Ticket.
If you see the ‘Waitlist’ option in the calendar it means that tour is sold out. You can join the waitlist and you will be contacted if spots become available to book. Please do not attend the tour without a booking as our guides will unfortunately need to turn you away. Due to high demand we cannot respond to requests enquiring about waitlist status.
Our tours have a limited capacity. We are not able to welcome any additional guests that are not included in your booking (including children).

Please note that our tours are not suitable for wheelchairs, prams/strollers or those with walking difficulties.
This tour will finish at Platform 9 ¾ at King’s Cross Station. Please allow extra time at the end of the tour for a photo at the platform. There is also an official Harry Potter shop at the Platform.
Groups or Travelling Parties of 9 or more people must contact us for authorisation before booking the tour. Failure to do so will result in bookings being cancelled or being turned away from the tour without refund. Authorisation cannot be provided after a booking has been cancelled.

Reviews which make this the best Harry Potter Tour

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our tour guide (Carolina) gave us an awesome tour! There were a lot of facts about the Harry Potter books and movies which were really interesting.
(Tripadvisor, 2025)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Conor was very knowledgeable about Harry Potter movie scenes and the spots throughout London. We had a great experience.
(Tripadvisor, 2025)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Conor was amazing. So helpful and full of HP knowledge - highly recommend to any Harry Potter fan. All in all a really great day
(Tripadvisor, 2025)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We loved the tour. Our guide Mike had a great knowledge of not just London in general, but also of The HP franchise.
(Get Your Guide, 2025)

How to book a Harry Potter Tour

Book your Harry Potter Walking Tour in just 4 easy steps!

1) Select your date from the calendar

2) Select number of people

3) Accept the terms and conditions

4) Complete booking

It’s that easy!