Harry Potter Film Locations Tour London: 10+ Filming Sites
The places in the films are real London streets and buildings you can walk through.
A 3-hour private walking tour of Harry Potter film locations in London, led by a Potter-fan guide who takes you to over 10 actual movie sites and places that inspired J.K. Rowling. The tour starts at King's Cross Station (Platform 9¾), moves through Leicester Square and Westminster, and finishes near London Bridge, with stops at two Potter shops offering a discount code and a chance to see the Leaky Cauldron and other film sets at Borough Market.
Step-by-step itinerary
Harry Potter London Sights and Film Locations
- Meet guide at King's Cross Station
- Visit Platform 9 ¾ photo spot
- Walk down magical shopping street
- Explore dark mysterious street
- See Palace Theatre and Harry Potter sign
- Take photos at Leicester Square
- Stroll through Westminster filming locations
- Visit Borough Market film locations
- Finish near London Bridge sights
- King's Cross 30m
- Cecil Court 10m
- Goodwin's Court 10m
- Palace Theatre 10m
- Leicester Square 20m
- Westminster 30m
- Borough Market 15m
- London Bridge 30m
What’s included
- A 3-hour private walking tour with your own Potter-fan guide.
- visits to over 10 real film locations across King's Cross, Leicester Square, Westminster, Borough Market and London Bridge.
- entry to two Potter shops with a discount code (HP394).
- sights that inspired J.K. Rowling's books alongside the actual filming sites.
- Every day except Friday and Saturday 09:00 09:30 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00
- Friday and Saturday 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00
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Walk past Platform 9¾ at King's Cross, then follow your Potter-fan guide through over 10 real movie locations across London, Leicester Square, Westminster.
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The experience
The tour begins at King's Cross Station, where you'll see Platform 9¾: the departure point for Hogwarts in the films. If you want a photo with the trolley, arrive 45 minutes early. The queue builds fast and there's no time for it during the walk itself. From there, your guide takes you through a sequence of real London locations: a colourful independent shopping street that mirrors the wizarding world, a dark narrow passage Potter fans recognize instantly, and the Palace Theatre where the Cursed Child stage show runs. Each stop connects a filmed moment to the actual London street or building where it happened.
The route moves through Westminster to see multiple filming locations, then heads to Borough Market: one of London's oldest food markets and the real-world stand-in for the Leaky Cauldron and Third Hand Emporium. You'll finish near London Bridge, spotting more film sites along the way. Two Potter shops are included, with a discount code (HP394) at each. The walk covers a moderate distance across central London, so comfortable shoes matter. You'll need to bring a topped-up Oyster Card or Travel Card for two tube journeys (roughly £6 per person), and the tour operates in all weather. Bring an umbrella if rain is forecast and sunscreen if it's clear.
Your guide is a Potter fan themselves, so the commentary mixes actual filming facts with the inspirational sights J.K. Rowling drew from when writing the books. The tour is private, meaning it's just your group and the guide: no strangers joining in. Children of any age can come, though they must be with an adult, and infants can ride in a pram or stroller if needed. Service animals are welcome.
Top questions
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How many actual Harry Potter film locations do we visit on this London tour?
The tour includes over 10 real filming locations where scenes from the movies were shot, plus sights that inspired J.K. Rowling's writing. You'll see Platform 9¾ at King's Cross, the Leaky Cauldron at Borough Market, and film sites across Westminster, Leicester Square and London Bridge.
What's included in the price, and what do I need to pay for separately?
The tour includes your private guide, entry to two Potter shops with a discount code, and the 3-hour walk itself. You'll need to bring a topped-up Oyster Card or Travel Card to cover two tube journeys (approximately £6 per person), and food and drinks are not included.
Do we have time to get a photo at Platform 9¾ during the tour?
The tour starts at King's Cross, but the queue at Platform 9¾ is usually long, so the operator recommends arriving 45 minutes before the tour begins if you want a photo with the trolley. There won't be time for it once the walk starts.
Is this tour suitable for young children or families with small kids?
Yes, the tour welcomes children of all ages as long as they're accompanied by an adult. Infants can ride in a pram or stroller, and the walk involves a moderate amount of movement across London, so comfortable shoes are important.
What should I bring, and does the tour run if the weather is bad?
Bring comfortable walking shoes, a topped-up Oyster Card or Travel Card, a camera, and weather-appropriate gear. An umbrella if rain is forecast, sunscreen if it's sunny. The tour operates in all weather conditions, so dress accordingly.
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Harry Potter Film Locations Tour London: 10+ Filming Sites
3h · EN
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