Top 5 Best Harry Potter Tours in London (2026)
Five magical Harry Potter experiences in London, from the world-famous Studio Tour to walking tours of real filming locations.
Our Top 5 Harry Potter Tours
London is the spiritual home of Harry Potter, and there is no shortage of magical experiences for fans. From the spectacular Warner Bros. Studio Tour to walking tours that visit real filming locations across the city, these are the five best ways to experience Potter magic in London.
1. Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Branded Bus
1. Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Branded Bus
The undisputed number one Harry Potter experience in the world. Walk through the actual Great Hall, stroll down Diagon Alley, board the Hogwarts Express, and see thousands of original props and costumes. The attention to detail is staggering, and the experience works for die-hard fans and casual viewers alike. This package includes a comfortable return coach transfer from central London on a branded Harry Potter bus, so transport is completely sorted. Allow 3-4 hours in the studio itself.
Duration: 7 hours (including transfer) | From: ~£98 per person
2. Harry Potter Walking Tour of London
2. Harry Potter Walking Tour of London
This walking tour visits the real London locations that inspired and featured in the Harry Potter films. See the entrance to the Leaky Cauldron, the bridge destroyed by Death Eaters in Half-Blood Prince, and the streets of the Ministry of Magic. Guides are genuine Potter experts who share behind-the-scenes stories, film trivia, and J.K. Rowling facts that surprise even the biggest fans. The tour ends at Platform 9 3/4 at King's Cross station.
Duration: 2.5 hours | From: ~£18 per person
3. Harry Potter Black Taxi Tour
3. Harry Potter Black Taxi Tour
See more filming locations in less time by touring London in an iconic black cab. Your driver-guide takes you to locations spread across the city that would be impossible to reach on foot in a single tour, including Borough Market (used as the entrance to the Leaky Cauldron in Prisoner of Azkaban), Leadenhall Market (Diagon Alley exterior), and the Millennium Bridge (destroyed in Half-Blood Prince). Private tours mean the experience is tailored to your group, with plenty of photo stops.
Duration: 3 hours | From: ~£175 per taxi (up to 5 people)
4. Platform 9 3/4 and King's Cross Experience
4. Platform 9 3/4 and King's Cross Experience
The free photo opportunity at Platform 9 3/4 in King's Cross station is a must for any Potter fan visiting London. A photographer captures you "running through the wall" with a floating scarf and your chosen Hogwarts house scarf. The adjacent Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 sells an enormous range of official merchandise, from wands and robes to Chocolate Frogs and Butterbeer. Combine this with a walking tour for the complete experience.
Duration: 30-60 minutes | From: Free (photos from ~£10)
5. Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts Walking Tour
5. Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts Walking Tour
This expanded walking tour covers both the Harry Potter films and the Fantastic Beasts series, visiting locations across central London that appear in both franchises. See the real-life inspiration for the Ministry of Magic, the streets used in Fantastic Beasts, and grand buildings that doubled as magical locations. Guides carry props and visual aids, making the experience interactive and engaging. Perfect for fans who have done the Studio Tour and want to go deeper.
Duration: 2.5 hours | From: ~£16 per person
Planning Your Harry Potter Day
If you can only pick one, the Warner Bros. Studio Tour is the definitive experience. If budget is tight, a walking tour at £16-18 offers superb value and genuine Potter magic. For the ultimate fan day, combine a morning walking tour with an afternoon at the Studio Tour. Book the Studio Tour well in advance as it sells out weeks ahead, especially during school holidays.
For more details, read our complete Harry Potter London guide or see all London tours.
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