Edinburgh's Amazing JK Rowling’s Walking Tour. Kids Free!

What we will see & where we will be

Discover the magic of Edinburgh and the amazing sights that inspired JK Rowling's wizarding world - all with our fun, wizarding-world enthusiast guide!

This small-group walking tour is perfect for those seeking a more personalized, in-depth tour of the city's magical inspirations.

We'll meet at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, with our first stop at the historic Waverley Train Station. Next, we head to Edinburgh University Old College, a renowned campus that provided much inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations.

As we continue through the atmospheric streets of the Old Town, we'll stop at Greyfriars Kirkyard, which inspired Tom Riddle's Grave, and visit a shop on Victoria Street that sparked the idea for Diagon Alley. We'll also pass by the Elephant Café, where JK Rowling spent countless hours dreaming up her magical world! 

We conclude our tour near the city’s most famous landmark, the beautiful Edinburgh Castle! 

This tour is perfect for families and devoted fans of the wizarding world!

Know before you go

What’s included:

• Fun local guide!
• 2-hour walking tour with a small group
• See Edinburgh's top wizarding sights
• Kids can join for free!

What’s excluded:

• Food & Drink
• Hotel pickup / Drop Off

Please bring with you:

• Clothing to suit the Scottish weather
• Comfortable shoes for walking
• Drinks and snacks
• Camera for all those amazing photos!

Where we meet

We meet outside of the Tron Kirk market, opposite Bella Italia on the world-famous Royal Mile. The nearest train station is Waverly Station, a 10-minute walk away.