Edinburgh 2 Hour Harry Potter And History Tour
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Harry Potter Experience Days: Step into the magic of Edinburgh with a vibrant 2-hour Harry Potter and history walking tour. Get ready for an enchanting adventure filled with dark tales, the fascinating life of J.K. Rowling, and stunning Edinburgh Castle vistas. Your expert guide will lead the way, bringing the Old Town to life through captivating storytelling.
Your journey commences at the National Library of Scotland, where you'll delve into the most challenging period of J.K. Rowling's life, her creative journey in shaping Harry Potter, and the inspiring origins of Diagon Alley. Next, immerse yourself in the heart of the historic old town, exploring the gruesome history of public executions, discovering breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle, and navigating the charming streets to reach Greyfriars Kirkyard, known as one of the UK's most haunted graveyards.
Amidst the eerie beauty of gravestones and mausoleums, you'll meet Greyfriars Bobby, the incredibly loyal dog who stole the nation's heart. You'll also uncover four gravestones believed to have inspired characters in the Harry Potter universe. As you exit the graveyard, brace yourself for more dark tales, this time featuring the notorious Burke and Hare, and the Covenantors Prison.
Towards the tour's end, you'll experience two cosy cafes where Jo spent her early writing days crafting the iconic beginnings of her books. Finally, you'll wrap up the adventure at the City Chambers or Clam Shell, depending on your bravery to sample the deep-fried Mars bar and haggis. Get ready for a spellbinding journey that promises to enchant and delight!
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Edinburgh Harry Potter & History Tour
Join us on an all-round, interactive, 2 hour Edinburgh Harry Potter and history walking tour filled with dark tales, J K Rowling’s life and Edinburgh castle viewpoints. Let our expert guide lead the way as you embark on a magical journey through the enchanting Old Town which will bring the streets around you to life through fun-filled storytelling.
The tour will start at the National Library of Scotland where we will discuss the hardest period of J K Rowling’s life, how she began her venture in creating Harry Potter and what inspired her to create Diagon Alley. We will then find ourselves in the heart of the old town, where we will explore the gruesome history of public executions, find one of the most incredible viewpoints of Edinburgh Castle and navigate through the beautiful streets to arguably the most haunted graveyard in the UK, Greyfriars Kirkyard.
Set amidst the hauntingly beautiful gravestones and mausoleums we will firstly meet Greyfriars Bobby, the incredibly loyal dog who stole the hearts of the nation. Before discovering four gravestones which are commonly believed to have inspired J K Rowling to name characters in the Harry Potter universe. On the way out of the graveyard we revisit the realm of dark tales this time featuring the notorious Burke and Hare, and the Covenantors Prison.
Towards the end of the experience, you will visit two cafes where Jo spent her time writing the early chapters of her iconic books. Before finishing up at the City Chambers/Clam Shell depending on whether you have the courage to try the deep fried mars bar or/and haggis (recommended but not included)!
Requirements
There is no minimum age for this experience.
Walking tours:
Ensure you arrive 5min before your activity. Do not forget to bring sturdy shoes, water and of course in Scotland, a rain jacket.
Duration
Experience Duration: 2:00
Time Spent at Venue: 2:15
The Edinburgh 2 Hour Harry Potter And History Tour lasts for up to 2 hours. You can expect to be at the venue for a total of 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Group Size & Spectators
Participants: The Edinburgh 2 Hour Harry Potter And History Tour is for 1 participant.
Max Group Size: 10
Spectators Allowed on Site: No
This experience is suitable for groups of up to 10. Spectators are not allowed on site.
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What to Wear
Please dress according to the weather on the day of your tour, with sensible walking shoes.
Weather
The 'Edinburgh 2 Hour Harry Potter And History Tour' takes place in most weather conditions, but maybe be rescheduled in the event of unsafe weather conditions.
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