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London: Harry Potter Black Taxi Movie Tour with Pickup★ 4.59 (300) · 3h
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London: Harry Potter Walking Tour & Kids Free Entry★ 4.74 (908) · 3h
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London Notting Hill: Food Walking Tour & Movie Locations★ 4.99 (139) · 2h
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✓ 2026-09-28Real price per person across the 40 options: £ 5.49–£ 510 (median £ 30). With an extra fee to pay on site: 3 of 40. With 100+ reviews: 27 of 40.
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Private experiences (5)
Private Downton Abbey Tour: Highclere Castle & VillageYou get picked up from London, driven to Highclere Castle with entry included, guided through the rooms where Downton Abbey was filmed, then taken into the village to see the real locations used in the show and movie. Your guide handles the behind-the-scenes stories at each stop, and the minibus handles the driving, so you just show up and follow along.Is it for me?Right for Downton Abbey fans who want to see both the castle and the village without arranging their own transport or buying separate entry tickets. Expect a half day out of London and moderate walking through the village and castle — that's what lets the guide show you the real locations and tell you how they were used on screen.
London: Harry Potter Film Locations Private Walking TourYou’ll step straight into Harry Potter’s world in London—see real filming locations with your own Potterhead guide, shop for wands in magical stores, and hear behind-the-scenes stories as you wander from King’s Cross to Borough Market. Expect laughter, surprises, maybe a little rain—and that odd feeling you get when fiction feels suddenly real.
London: Shakespeare, Beatles & Sherlock Holmes Black Cab TourYou're picked up from your hotel and spend four hours in a private black taxi with an expert guide, moving between Shakespeare's Globe, Abbey Road, Baker Street and James Bond locations across London. The guide shares anecdotes and historical context at each stop while the cab handles the navigation and distance between them. Hotel pickup and transport for up to six passengers are included; the fixed four-hour window means you're back by late afternoon.Is it for me?Right for travelers with limited time in London who want to cover four major cultural stories without navigating between sites themselves. Expect a moving tour where the guide narrates as you travel; you're not spending long at any single location, which is what lets you fit all four legends into one afternoon.
London: Killing Eve Locations Walking Tour & Private GuideYou'll walk to 10+ real Killing Eve filming locations across London with a private guide who knows the behind-the-scenes story of each stop. The three-hour tour includes Royal Observatory Greenwich and the exact streets where Eve and Villanelle's characters move through the series. You do all the walking yourself — no transport between stops — so come ready for three hours on foot.Is it for me?Book this if you've watched Killing Eve and want to see the actual London streets and buildings where it was filmed, guided by someone who knows why each location was chosen — the walking distance and pace make it unsuitable for anyone with mobility concerns or pregnancy.
Da Vinci Code London Tour: Film Locations & Temple ChurchYou walk 2½ hours through central London hitting the actual film locations and book settings from Dan Brown's novel: Temple Church with its Knights' effigies, Fleet Street, Westminster, and the National Gallery's Madonna on the Rocks. Your private guide uses film stills and book excerpts to connect each stop to the story. Entry fees to attractions are not included, but you finish at Westminster Abbey where you can choose to enter separately.Is it for me?Book this if you've read or watched The Da Vinci Code and want to see the actual London locations where the story unfolds, with someone who knows which details matter — it's a 2½-hour walk, so it fits into a morning or afternoon without eating your whole day.
Up to 2 hours (11)
London: Harry Potter Walking Tour & Film LocationsYou walk two hours through London with a trained actor guide, stopping at eight real filming locations and places that inspired the Harry Potter books—Leadenhall Market, the Bank of England, St. Paul's Cathedral, Millennium Bridge, and more. Groups cap at 20 people, and you'll answer a quiz along the way. The tour runs in all weather and ends at Borough Market.Is it for me?Book this if you're a Harry Potter fan who wants to see the real London locations without figuring out which buildings appeared in which films—the trained actor guides and capped group size mean you'll actually learn something instead of just collecting photos.
London: Harry Potter Film Locations & Thames WalkYou get sorted into a house, walk 2km through London's Harry Potter film locations in Soho and Covent Garden, answer trivia for prizes, and choose between a short Underground ride or Thames boat trip. The guide handles all the film history and timing, so you just follow and enjoy. Two hours total, no experience needed.Is it for me?Right for Harry Potter fans who want the film locations without arranging their own route through London — the guide handles the history, the timing, and the games, leaving you free to follow and soak it in. The two-hour window and easy pace work for most ages and fitness levels, though you'll need to be comfortable walking 2km at a relaxed clip.
London: Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour with Filming SitesYou’ll trace Sherlock Holmes’ adventures across London with a film-expert guide—see Piccadilly Circus, peek inside stories at the Royal Academy of Arts, and end at Somerset House overlooking the Thames. Expect trivia, laughter, and little moments where fiction and real life blur together. It’s more than just a walk—it feels like stepping into the story yourself.
London: Harry Potter Film Locations Walking TourYou get a live English-speaking guide for two hours walking past the actual filming locations of the Harry Potter films across London, starting at Trafalgar Square. The tour includes entry to all outdoor locations, a downloadable audio app for self-guided exploration afterward, and a discount code for House of Spells. Arrive five minutes early at the northwest corner of Trafalgar Square, next to the white cube on the 4th Plinth.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the actual Harry Potter filming locations across London with someone who knows the stories behind each one, without having to research the route yourself or navigate between stops alone.
Harry Potter Film Locations London: 2-Hour Walking TourYou walk four major Harry Potter filming locations across central London with a film-expert guide, get sorted into houses, and compete in movie trivia games. The route covers the Leaky Cauldron (Borough Market), the Millennium Bridge, Covent Garden, and the Palace Theatre meeting point. Two hours, flat terrain, wheelchair accessible, and includes a short Underground ride.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the actual London streets and buildings used in the Harry Potter films without arranging your own route or guide — the fixed two-hour slot and small-group format mean you spend the time walking and learning, not planning.
London: Slow Horses TV Tour & Leadenhall MarketYou walk through the City of London following the real locations behind the Slow Horses TV series, starting at Blake's grave and ending at Leadenhall Market. Along the way you'll see the Barbican, Aldersgate, Bank Junction and the building that inspired the fictional Slough House. The tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels, with all fees included upfront.Is it for me?Book this if you're a Slow Horses fan who wants to see the real London behind the show without arranging your own route — the tour connects the filming locations and the fictional world in one walk through the City.
London: Ted Lasso Richmond Walking Tour & Pub FinishYou’ll trace Ted Lasso’s steps through Richmond with a local guide who knows every filming spot and shortcut. Expect riverside walks, photo stops at iconic locations, an empanada break if you fancy it, and a proper pub finish with sweeping views—plus plenty of time to ask questions or just soak up that easygoing London vibe.
Notting Hill Walking Tour: Portobello Road & Film LocationsYou walk Notting Hill with a local guide who knows the neighborhood beyond the film locations. You see Portobello Road market with time to browse, the blue door, the Travel Bookshop, and the Love Actually corner. The tour runs about two hours in small groups, so you move at a real pace instead of being rushed between photo stops. Your guide is included; everything else — entry fees, food, shopping — is on you.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the real Notting Hill beyond the film version, with someone who actually knows the neighborhood and can explain what you're looking at. Small groups mean you're not lost in a crowd, and the two-hour length fits into a morning or afternoon without eating your whole day.
London: James Bond & Spy Walking Tour Film LocationsYou’ll follow your local guide through London’s iconic Bond film locations and real-life spy haunts — from Westminster Bridge to St. James’s Park and Trafalgar Square. Hear stories about Ian Fleming’s secret past, see scenes come alive on an iPad, and catch glimpses of hidden corners where fiction meets reality. Every step leaves you wondering what secrets these streets still keep.
Notting Hill Walking Tour: Portobello Road & Film LocationsYou walk Portobello Road's markets and antique stalls with a local guide who explains how Caribbean migration shaped the neighborhood; you see the bookshop from the Notting Hill film; and you learn the story behind Europe's largest street festival, the Notting Hill Carnival, all in one connected narrative rather than a list of stops.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to understand Notting Hill's real history—the immigration, the art scene, the Carnival—rather than just photograph the pastel houses; the guide does the research and navigation, so you move through the neighborhood with context instead of a map.
Notting Hill Walking Tour: Portobello Road & Film LocationsYou walk Portobello Road with a local guide who explains the market's 19th-century roots, the 1960s artistic scene, and how Caribbean migration created the Notting Hill Carnival. You'll see the Travel Bookshop that inspired the film, spot other movie locations, and understand how a rural lane became one of London's most distinctive neighbourhoods. The tour meets at Notting Hill Gate and takes around two to three hours on foot.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Notting Hill beyond the pastel houses and Instagram angles—the guide's local knowledge is what turns a walk into a real sense of how the neighbourhood actually became what it is, and the fixed route means you don't waste time figuring out where to go next.
2 to 5 hours (11)
Harry Potter Film Locations London: 10 Sites in 2 HoursYou visit ten Harry Potter filming locations across central London in two hours with a professional guide who explains how the films used real landmarks. Small groups mean you're not lost in a crowd, and the guide covers both the movie magic and the actual London history of each site. You'll recognize scenes from the films as you walk, and understand why the filmmakers chose these particular places.Is it for me?Right for Harry Potter fans who want to see the actual filming locations and understand how London landmarks became Hogwarts and the Ministry of Magic. The two-hour pace means you cover ten sites without a full-day commitment, and the small group size keeps it personal rather than crowded.
Harry Potter Film Locations Walking Tour London: 18 SitesYou walk to 18 real Harry Potter filming locations across central London, guided by someone who knows the films inside out. The route covers King's Cross Platform 9¾, Borough Market, Westminster, the Millennium Bridge, and the narrow alleys that inspired Diagon Alley. You wear a personal audio headset so you hear everything clearly, and the whole half-day ends at King's Cross with a photo opportunity at the famous trolley. Bring an Oyster card for the Underground.Is it for me?Right for Harry Potter fans who want to see the actual London locations used in the films without arranging their own route and timing. Expect a half-day of steady walking across central London with some stairs — that's what lets the guide fit 18 locations into one trip and still have time to explain the story behind each one.
London: James Bond Film Locations Walking TourYou walk 2.5 hours through central London with a Bond expert, stopping at the real MI6 headquarters, Trafalgar Square, and other filming locations from Skyfall, Die Another Day, and The Living Daylights. The guide explains which scenes were shot where and what the filmmakers kept or changed. You get the insider knowledge without arranging your own research or walking without context.Is it for me?Book this if you're a Bond fan who wants to see the actual filming locations with someone who knows the films—the guide's expertise is what turns a walk past buildings into a real understanding of where the scenes happened and why they mattered.
Ted Lasso Tour Richmond London: TV Filming Locations & WalksYou walk through Richmond with an expert local guide who knows both the Ted Lasso production and the neighborhood's real history. You stop at seven or eight key filming locations across all three seasons, including the Crown and Anchor pub, Roy and Keeley's first kiss spot, and the Thames overlook where Keeley's photoshoot happened. You get a selfie at Ted's home and time for a drink at the pub. The whole experience takes a few hours on foot, so wear comfortable shoes and come with moderate fitness.Is it for me?Book this if you're a Ted Lasso fan who wants to see the real Richmond locations where the show was filmed with someone who knows both the production and the neighborhood — the guide's local knowledge is what makes the stops mean more than just standing in front of a building.
London: Doctor Who TV Locations Tour & Shakespeare's GlobeYou walk through central London's Doctor Who filming locations with a professional guide who explains which scenes were shot where and why the production chose each spot. You'll see Shakespeare's Globe, Borough, Southbank and other real sets from the series, including the David Tennant episode 'The Shakespeare Code'. The 2.5-hour tour includes a short bus ride (you'll need an Oyster card) and ends with you understanding how London's actual streets became the show's world.Is it for me?Book this if you're a Doctor Who fan visiting London and want to see the actual filming locations with someone who knows the show's history and the production details—it saves you the guesswork of finding these spots on your own and adds the context that makes them meaningful.
London: Paddington Bear Walking Tour & Little VeniceYou walk 2.5 hours through Paddington, Little Venice, and Notting Hill with a local guide, starting at Paddington Station where the bear arrived. You see the real locations that inspired Michael Bond's books and films, including Mr. Gruber's antique shop on Portobello Road. The tour includes a professional guide and works in all weather; children under 3 go free.Is it for me?Book this if you love the Paddington stories or films and want to see the real London neighborhoods that inspired them, guided by someone who knows both the books and the streets. The fixed 2.5-hour route and professional guide mean you don't have to piece together the locations yourself or worry about getting lost.
London: Beatles Walk Abbey Road & Savile Row with GuideYou walk past six Beatles landmarks across London with a guide who knows the history and the stories behind each stop. The day includes Denmark Street, Carnaby Street, Savile Row, the Prince of Wales Theatre, and the Abbey Road crossing for photos. You'll need to buy a separate Tube ticket to reach Abbey Road, which your guide can help with.Is it for me?Right for Beatles fans who want the main London locations with someone who knows the stories behind each stop. Expect a moderate amount of walking across central London neighborhoods, which is what lets you see six key sites in one outing.
London Harry Potter Film Locations Walking TourYou’ll follow a local guide through London’s Harry Potter filming locations — from King’s Cross to Leadenhall Market and Borough Market — with stories at each stop and time for photos or snacks along the way. Expect small surprises: secret corners, familiar movie scenes, maybe even a taste of Bertie Bott’s Beans if you dare. This is more than sightseeing; it feels like stepping into both London history and your own memory of magic.
London: James Bond Filming Locations Mini Coach TourYou’ll join other Bond fans for a small group drive across London’s iconic filming locations—snap photos by secret entrances from Die Another Day, hear behind-the-scenes stories at Smithfield Market, and see the MI6 building up close with a local guide. It’s not just sightseeing; you’ll feel part of 007’s world for an afternoon.
London: Harry Potter Pub Tour & Cast Filming LocationsYou walk between five or six real London pubs connected to Harry Potter's books, films, and cast, guided by someone who knows the lesser-known stories behind each stop. You'll see where Rowling wrote, where actors drank, and landmarks that inspired fictional locations. The tour avoids the crowded theme-park version and instead traces the real London that fed the imagination. You end with a drink and the kind of stories that make you laugh and think about the people who made it all happen.Is it for me?Book this if you want the real London behind Harry Potter rather than a studio tour—you'll walk where the cast actually went and learn the stories that don't make it into the official version, guided by someone who knows the forgotten corners.
London: Harry Potter Film Locations Game with AppYou’ll wander through London’s Harry Potter filming locations by solving clues on your phone — from Trafalgar Square to Cecil Court and Covent Garden. Pause for breaks or snacks whenever you want; the quest is fully flexible and works offline. With each solved riddle, you unlock stories behind real spots that inspired JK Rowling’s world — moments you’ll remember long after the last clue.
Half day and longer (10)
London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour & Coach TransportYou get round-trip coach transport from central London, entry to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour, and roughly 4 hours to walk the actual Diagon Alley set, board the Hogwarts Express, and see the costumes and props used in filming. The digital guide is optional and purchased on arrival. Plan for a full day out — the travel time is part of what makes a thorough studio visit possible without arranging your own transport.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see the actual sets and props from the films without arranging your own transport from London. The full day out — including travel — is what lets you spend a thorough 4 hours inside the studio without rushing.
Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour London with Coach TransportYou travel roundtrip from London by branded coach to the Warner Bros. Studio in Watford, explore the actual film sets for four hours at your own pace — the Great Hall, common rooms, Forbidden Forest, and costume displays — then return to London. Entry ticket and transport are included, with Wi-Fi and charging on the coach. The whole day takes about six to seven hours door-to-door.Is it for me?Right for Harry Potter fans based in London who want to see the actual film sets without arranging their own transport or entry tickets. Expect a full day out — roughly six to seven hours including the coach journey — and a self-guided pace through the studio, which means you control how long you spend at each set.
Highclere Castle & Downton Abbey: Oxford, Bampton & TourYou get a guided walk through Oxford's colleges and libraries, a stop in Bampton village where the show filmed outdoor scenes, and a full tour of Highclere Castle's State Rooms and grounds. The guide provides context at each stop, entry to the castle is included, and you return to London in the evening. A full day, but the coach transport and fixed schedule mean you're not arranging logistics yourself.Is it for me?Right for Downton Abbey fans who want to see the real castle and filming locations without arranging transport or paying separate entry fees. Expect a full day on your feet with walking in Oxford and around the castle grounds — that's what fits three major stops into one outing.
Warner Bros Studio Tour London: Guided Harry Potter & Hogwarts SetsYou get round-trip train transport from Central London, reserved entry, and a dedicated guide leading a small group through the actual sets, props, and costumes from all eight Harry Potter films. The three-hour guided portion covers the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, Dumbledore's office, and a dozen other iconic locations, with a break for lunch or Butterbeer midway. After the tour ends, you can explore the studios independently for as long as you want, and your flexible return ticket means you're not rushed back to London.Is it for me?Right for Harry Potter fans or families who want expert storytelling and a manageable group size instead of navigating the studios alone. The guided portion is three hours on your feet, so plan for moderate walking and standing—that's what lets you see everything without rushing or getting lost in the crowds.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London & Oxford Day Trip from LondonYou travel by air-conditioned coach from London to Oxford for a guided walking tour of the university's 38 colleges, including Christ Church and the Bodleian Library, then continue to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London for four hours exploring the actual sets, props and costumes from the Harry Potter films. The tour includes entry to the studio, transport, and a professional guide for the Oxford section, returning to London in the evening.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see both the Harry Potter studio and Oxford's university heritage in a single day without arranging separate transport and entry tickets — the fixed itinerary and included guide take the logistics off your hands, though you'll need to be comfortable with a full day of travel and walking.
Warner Bros Studio Tour London: 5 iconic Harry Potter setsYou're driven from your London hotel to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour, where you walk through the actual sets from the Harry Potter films — the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, Platform 9¾, and Gringotts Wizarding Bank. Admission and transport are included. The driver collects you at a set time for the return journey, so you only need to show up at pickup.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the actual Harry Potter film sets without arranging your own transport to Watford — the included pickup and return means you only manage the time inside the studio, not the logistics around it.
London: Downton Abbey & Highclere Castle Coach TourYou ride out from London watching scenes from the show, walk through Bampton village where it was filmed, then spend hours inside Highclere Castle seeing the actual rooms. Entry to the house, the guide, and transport are all arranged — you just show up at the coach stop and the day unfolds on schedule.Is it for me?Right for Downton Abbey fans who want to see both the castle and the village without arranging separate transport or entry tickets. Plan for a full day out — nine hours is what it takes to do both locations properly and still have time to walk the grounds.
Midsomer Murders Tour from London: Filming LocationsA 9-hour guided tour from London to the towns and villages of Midsomer in Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, where the long-running detective series has been filmed since 1997. You visit fairy-tale houses, ancient churches, village greens and grand estates that appear in the show, with a professional guide who reveals behind-the-scenes details and the historical stories of each location. Transport by mini coach is included; the tour finishes at Holland Park tube station.Is it for me?Spend a day visiting the real Midsomer villages from the show—your guide and mini coach handle navigation and storytelling while you step out ready to recognize each location.
Lacock & Cotswolds: Harry Potter Film Locations Small Group TourYou’ll step into real Harry Potter film locations at Lacock Abbey and Gloucester Cathedral on this small group tour from London, with entry tickets included. Walk medieval streets, listen to stories from your local guide, and experience those quiet moments where fiction blurs into real English history.
London: Downton Abbey & Highclere Castle Black Taxi TourYou're driven from your London hotel to three Downton Abbey filming locations across Oxfordshire: Yew Tree Farm with a guided tour, Bampton village with time to explore on your own, and Highclere Castle where you spend the afternoon walking the interiors and grounds at your own pace. Entry fees and transport are included; the whole day runs from morning pickup to evening return, with lunch available at the castle.Is it for me?Book this if you're a Downton Abbey fan who wants to see the actual filming locations without arranging your own transport and timing—the taxi picks you up from your hotel and handles the 70-mile drive and the sequence of stops, leaving you free to focus on the places themselves.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 39 of the 40 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
London: Harry Potter Black Taxi Movie Tour with Pickup is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.59 out of 5 across 300 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 5 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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