Magical Boy Wizard Walking Tour
Do you love Harry Potter? Have you read the books and watched the films and ever thought where did she come up with the ideas for the weird and wonderful places? Well wonder no more as you can find out where J.K. Rowling got inspiration for the locations in her books, by coming on this Boy Wizard Tour. Join your tour guide who is a self confessed nerd and huge fan of the wizarding world as he guides you around Edinburgh, telling you about the history and inspiration for some of the most notable places in Harry Potter.
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Magical Boy Wizard Walking Tour
What's included in Magical Boy Wizard Walking Tour
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Edinburgh City Chambers
Here you will learn about J.K. Rowling and her life before she became a very successful writer. You will also be able to gaze upon her handprints on the ground outside of the city chambers, and see if your hand fit in hers. A perfect photo opportunity
Mercat Cross
Here you will learn about the significance of the Unicorn to Scotland and the role it plays in the famous books. You will also be told about other mystical creatures and their influence on Scotland and why J.K Rowling used these as inspiration.
The Balmoral
As we gaze over at the famous Balmoral Hotel, your guide will tell you about the time J.K. Rowling spent 6 months here and why. You will also learn about the inspiration for The Ministry of Magic and even Gringotts Bank, before being taken to New College, the school of divinity and you maybe able to enter into the courtyard of Hogwarts itself.
Inclusions
- 2 hour walking tour
- See the sights that inspired the wizarding world
- Reduced rate for children
- Under 5s are free
- Fun Walking Tour with a Harry Potter Fan
- There will be no food included in this tour
- Hotel pickup or drop off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Outside the front steps of St Giles Cathedral in West Parliament Square. Look for a blue and white umbrella with our company's logo on it.
End Points
- The tour will end in Greyfriars Kirkyard near the statue of Greyfriars Bobby. The tour guide will be happy to give you directions back to anywhere you need.
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Ticket Redemption
Please ensure to show your ticket to the guide and arrive at the meeting location 10 minutes before departure time.
