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8 Day Harry Potter Experience

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Mary Francis, Travel Agent in Pierre Part, LA

Mary Francis

Pierre Part, LA Travel Agent
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Mary Francis

Pierre Part, LA · 2 Years of Experience

Legacy Getaways, an independent agent with Legacy Getaways, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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DESTINATIONS VISITED:England, Scotland
PLACES VISITED:Edinburgh, Fort William, Glasgow, Glencoe, London, Oxford
SUGGESTED DURATION:7 Days
This trip perfectly combines my love for Harry Potter with the stunning landscapes of England and Scotland's magnificent castles. If you're drawn to both magical adventures and Britain's natural beauty, this itinerary is absolutely essential! ?? What You'll Experience: •Warner Bros Studio Tour - the ultimate Potter fan experience •Oxford's historic colleges that became Hogwarts on screen •Edinburgh's cobblestone streets where JK Rowling wrote the books •The iconic Jacobite Steam Train through Scottish Highlands •Ancient castles, dramatic landscapes, and literary history ?? Route: London ? Oxford ? Edinburgh ? Scottish Highlands ? Return ?? Transport: Mix of trains and local transport (BritRail Pass recommended) ?? Budget: £1,500-2,000 for two people (including accommodation, attractions, meals) ? Best Time: May-September for weather, but book key attractions months ahead
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DAY1
London
Close Day
Platform 9¾ & Ministry Magic
Morning: King's Cross Station - Visit the famous Platform 9¾ trolley photo spot and Harry Potter Shop Leadenhall Market - Explore the real-world Diagon Alley (exterior shots for Leaky Cauldron entrance) Afternoon: Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter (book in advance, allow 3-4 hours) See original sets, costumes, props, and the Great Hall Evening: Borough Market - Dinner at this historic market (near Leaky Cauldron filming location) Accommodation: London hotel near King's Cross or central London
HIGHLIGHTS:
Must-do activity is Warner Bros. Stuido Tour!
DAY2
London
Close Day
Wizarding World Exploration
Morning: Millennium Bridge - Walk across the bridge destroyed by Death Eaters in Half-Blood Prince Tate Modern - Quick visit, then head to filming locations Afternoon: Lambeth Bridge - Featured in Order of the Phoenix Australia House - Exterior used as Gringotts Bank (viewing only) Cecil Court - Inspiration for Diagon Alley shopping Evening: Rules Restaurant - Historic restaurant in Covent Garden for dinner Theatre District - Catch Harry Potter and the Cursed Child if available
HIGHLIGHTS:
I love Theatre! Check out the Cursed Child! Its a must!
DAY3
Oxford
Close Day
Hogwarts Halls
Morning: Christ Church College - The Great Hall inspiration and various corridor scenes Duke Humfrey's Library, Bodleian - Hogwarts Library scenes New College - Cloisters used for Hogwarts corridors Afternoon: Divinity School - Hospital Wing scenes Oxford walking tour - Many more Potter filming locations throughout the city Evening: The Eagle and Child Pub - Where Tolkien and C.S. Lewis met (literary connection) Stay overnight in Oxford
HIGHLIGHTS:
Check out the New College!
DAY4
Scotland
Close Day
Travel to Scotland - Edinburgh Arrival
Morning: Travel by train - London to Edinburgh (4.5 hours) - scenic journey through the English countryside Afternoon: Edinburgh Castle - Explore Scotland's most famous castle Royal Mile - Walk down this historic street Evening: The Elephant House Café - Where J.K. Rowling wrote parts of Harry Potter Deacon's House Café - Another café where Rowling worked Balmoral Hotel - See the hotel where Rowling finished the final book
HIGHLIGHTS:
Seeing the Edinburgh Castle up close is AMAZING!
DAY5
Edinburgh
Close Day
In Rowling's Footsteps
Morning: Greyfriars Kirkyard - See Tom Riddle's gravestone and inspiration for character names George Heriot's School - Possible Hogwarts inspiration (exterior viewing) Victoria Street - Inspiration for Diagon Alley Afternoon: Edinburgh Castle Esplanade - Views over the city that inspired Hogwarts Holyrood Palace - Royal residence Arthur's Seat - Hike up for panoramic views (weather permitting) Evening: Potter Trail Pub Walk - Several pubs connected to Rowling's writing process City of the Dead Tours - Evening ghost tour of Greyfriars (optional)
HIGHLIGHTS:
View Victoria Street!
DAY6
Fort William
Close Day
Scottish Highlands - Hogwarts Express Route
Morning: Travel to Fort William - By car or train from Edinburgh (3-4 hours) Glenfinnan Viaduct - The famous Hogwarts Express bridge from the films Afternoon: Jacobite Steam Train - Ride the real "Hogwarts Express" from Fort William to Mallaig Loch Shiel - The lake seen from Hogwarts (view from Glenfinnan) Steall Waterfall - Triwizard Tournament location (if time allows) Evening: Mallaig - Coastal town, seafood dinner
HIGHLIGHTS:
Ride Hogwarts train, you won't regret it!
DAY7
Glencoe
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Glasgow
Close Day
Returning Journey
Morning: Glencoe - Stunning Highland scenery, Hagrid's hut location filming area Glen Coe Visitor Centre - Learn about the dramatic landscape Afternoon: Loch Katrine - Beautiful Scottish loch Glasgow (optional stop) - If time allows, quick city center visit Evening: Return to London - By train from Glasgow (4.5 hours) or flight Or extend stay in Scotland
HIGHLIGHTS:
I enjoyed the train from back to London!
FINAL THOUGHTS
This trip perfectly combines my love for Harry Potter with the stunning landscapes of England and Scotland's magnificent castles. If you're drawn to both magical adventures and Britain's natural beauty, this itinerary is absolutely essential!