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Harry Potter and Horrible Histories Walking Tour in Edinburgh

By Rob Carr Experiences
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
The previous price was €18 and current price is €15 per adult
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Overview

This is a unique walking tour which combines Harry Potter, History and Scottish Cuisine into one, all the while making you laugh.

This experience is fun, interactive and educational where we will learn about J K Rowling’s life, delve deep into Edinburgh's dark history, including executions and grave robbers, hear the tale of Edinburgh's most loved dog, walk in the footsteps of Charles Darwin and finish off indulging in Scottish delicacies like haggis and deep fried mars bar?

Activity location
  • Victoria Street
    • Victoria Street
    • EH1, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • National Library of Scotland
    • George IV Bridge
    • EH1 1EW, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Harry Potter and Horrible Histories Walking Tour in Edinburgh
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€17.08
€15.37 x 1 Adult€15.37
Total
The previous price was €17.08 and current price is €15.37
10% off
Until Sun, 14 Dec

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Fees and Taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Deep Fried Mars Bar

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Victoria Street
  • 15m
Discuss how J K Rowling began her journey in creating Harry Potter and how Edinburgh played its part in her journey of writing Harry Potter.
Grassmarket
  • 10m
Talk about the official place of public executions
The Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle
  • 10m
Enjoy the beautiful view of the Edinburgh Castle.
Flodden Wall
  • 10m
Learn about the bloody battle which resulted in the creation of the Flodden Wall.
George Heriot's School
  • 10m
Talking about the Jingling Geordie and how this school could be one of the main inspirations for Hogwarts
Greyfriars Kirkyard
  • 30m
See three gravestones which are said to have inspired Rowling in naming important Harry Potter characters and delve into some ghost stories.
The Elephant House
  • 10m
Come face to face with two cafes J K Rowling wrote in and learn how they played a huge part in her journey.
Royal Mile
  • 25m
Try Deep fried Mars bar and see the hand prints of J K Rowling

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Victoria Street
    • Victoria Street
    • EH1, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    National Library of Scotland
    • George IV Bridge
    • EH1 1EW, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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