Self-Guided Harry Potter-Themed Tour From Leadenhall to Aldwych
London’s oldest streets are magical if you know where to look. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll see the city like never before. You’ll take in the real-life locations that inspired JK Rowling’s beloved series and some of the iconic sites featured in the blockbuster films.
You’ll discover how Leadenhall Market was transformed into the mystical alley home to the Leaky Cauldron. Then, you’ll venture into the heart of London, where spellbinding Victorian architecture transports you to the bustling streets of the wizarding world.
You’ll walk across the Millennium Bridge, which was famously destroyed by the Death Eaters in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, while enjoying panoramic views of the River Thames and the city’s skyline as you make your way to London’s Blackfriars district.
Whether you’re a die-hard Potterhead or simply enjoy a good walk, this spellbinding London tour will introduce you to many of the capital’s most iconic and impressive sights.
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Self-Guided Harry Potter-Themed Tour From Leadenhall to Aldwych
What's included in Self-Guided Harry Potter-Themed Tour From Leadenhall to Aldwych
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Leadenhall MarketPass-by Only
Pass through this picturesque Victorian market and imagine it as Diagon Alley. The beautiful, ornate architecture makes it easy to see why it was chosen as the filming location for the Leaky Cauldron.
Philpot Lane Mice SculpturePass-by Only
As you walk past, look closely to find London's smallest public sculpture. The tale behind it involves two men who fought over a missing cheese sandwich, symbolizing London's quirky charm.
Stop by this historic street where the Great Fire of London began in 1666. Learn how the fire’s five-day blaze reshaped the city and its architecture.
Inclusions
- Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
- The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Snacks
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The tour starts on Whittington Avenue, a small street off Leadenhall Street in London's financial district. The start point is the grand Victorian entrance to Leadenhall Market.
End Points
- The tour ends at Australia House.
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Ticket Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── 1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: 2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app 3. Create an account 4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes 5. Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]
