Butterbeer & Magical Harry Potter Walking Tour

Come follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous wizard, and enjoy an iconic Butterbeer, on our Harry Potter Tour!

See the buildings that contain the Ministry of Magic, walk through the Underground barriers Harry and Arthur Weasley travelled through on their visit to London, stand on the bridge blown up by Death Eaters, and walk through the real Diagon Alley!

The tour will be filled with fun facts and film references, and take you to all the sites that inspired the iconic book series as well as including all the site used for filming in our city.

So whether you’re a Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff or Ravenclaw, grab your wands and come along on a magical walk through the London of Harry Potter!

What you'll see/do on the Butterbeer and Harry Potter Tour:

• Borough Market: Borough Market was transformed into the setting for the Leaky Cauldron's entrance. The market's bustling atmosphere and historic architecture added an authentic touch to the magical world of Harry Potter and the Knight Bus scene that was filmed here.
• The Clink Prison: Considered an inspiration for Azkaban Prison, The Clink adds to the historical ambiance of the area, which was utilised as a filming location for scenes in Harry Potter.
  
• The Globe Theatre: Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Rebuilt by actor Sam Wanamaker, who is actually the father of Zoe Wanamaker who played Madame Hooch. In addition, David Tenant, who played Barty Crouch Jr. was married here.
  
• The Millennium Bridge: This iconic London landmark, built in the year 2000 (hence the name) was blown up by the Death Eaters in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince!
  
• St. Paul's Cathedral: This is where Newt Scamander met Dumbledore in the Fantastic Beasts series and served as the set for the staircase to the Divination Tower in the Harry Potter film franchise.
  
• The City of London School: Daniel Radcliffe attended the prestigious City of London School, which has a reputation for academic excellence and notable alumni. His education at this esteemed school provided a strong foundation that complemented his burgeoning acting career.
  
• Scotland Yard: Here you will stand in the footsteps of the Trio as you explore the location where they infiltrated the Ministry of Magic in The Order of the Phoenix.
• Trafalgar Square: The site of the world premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 on July 7, 2011, attracting thousands of fans from around the globe. The cast walked from here, up the world's longest recorded red carpet, to Leicester Square for the final film screening and we will walk in their footsteps.
  
• Godwin's Court: Godwin's Court in London, with its narrow, winding alley and historic charm, is believed to have inspired the set designers' depiction of Knockturn Alley in the Harry Potter series. The atmospheric setting, characterised by its cobblestone street and period architecture, evokes the mysterious and slightly sinister ambiance of the dark wizarding marketplace.
  
• Cecil Court: Cecil Court, a quaint pedestrian street in London known for its antiquarian bookshops and historic charm, is widely believed to have inspired Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter series. The enchanting atmosphere, lined with eclectic shops and Victorian architecture, mirrors the magical shopping district where wizards purchase their spellbinding supplies.
  
• Charing Cross: The entrance to Diagon Alley is depicted as being located on Charing Cross Road, a bustling thoroughfare in London known for its bookstores and proximity to the theatre district. This central and vibrant location adds a touch of magical realism to the series, blending the ordinary Muggle world with the hidden wizarding realm.
  
• And enjoy a real bottle of Butterbeer!

Meeting Point: Costa Coffee, 3 Southwark St, London SE11RQ, UK

End Point: 35 Charing Cross Rd, London, WC2H 0AT, UK