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Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour with Transfers from London
- Find out how the amazing Harry Potter books became such a sensational hit on the silver screen with this enticing tour.
- Forget your worries about travel as your ticket includes transfers to and from central London in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach.
- Walk in the footsteps of Hogwarts students as you explore the original sets such as Platform 9 ¾ and Diagon Alley™.
- Stroll down the Diagon Alley and see your favorite shop fronts, such as Ollivanders wand shop and Gringotts Bank.
- At the end of your tour, board a comfy Warner Bros. Studio Tour London branded bus back to the city.
Inclusions
- Entrance ticket to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Return transfers
- Travel in an air-conditioned coach
- Pick-up from Victoria/Baker Street, King's Cross, or Royal National Hotel Bloomsbury
From London Victoria/Baker Street:
- Tours depart at 7:30am, 8am, 8:30am, 9:15am, 10:30am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, or 4pm.
- Departure Points:
- Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SH.
- Dorset Square, Bus Stop S on Gloucester Place – near Baker Street Station, off Marylebone Road.
From London King's Cross:
- Tours depart at 11:30am or 1:30pm.
- Departure Point:
- King's Cross Station, Pancras Road, Bus Stop T, NW1 2SD.
From Royal National Hotel Bloomsbury:
- Tours depart at 10:15am, meet and greet is at 10am.
- Departure Point:
- Royal National Hotel, 38-51 Bedford Way, Bloomsbury, London WC1H 0DG.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour with Premium Transfers from London
- Want to combine a magical Harry Potter English-guided tour with luxurious transfers? This experience is the one for you!
- Save yourself the trouble of planning your commute and travel in comfort to Warner Bros. Studio from Central London on a feature-packed, WiFi-enabled premium coach.
- Your tour will begin in the exact spot all of it started for Harry: in the Cupboard under the stairs where he slept on the night of his 11th birthday.
- Fly a broomstick and wander about the iconic sets like the Great Hall, the Forbidden Forest, Dumbledore's Office, the hut belonging to Hagrid™, and Platform 9 ¾™ - all the while learning insider film secrets from your official Warner Bros. Studio guide.
Inclusions
- Entrance ticket to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Return transportation to and from Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Luxury coach
- Wifi on the coach
Please note that the boarding starts 15 mins prior to the start time.
Departs daily at 9am from Evan Evans Office:
- Entry time into Warner Bros: 10:30am
- Tour finishes at 4pm.
- Return is to Victoria Station
Departs daily at 11am from Evan Evans Office:
- Entry time into Warner Bros: 12:30pm
- Tour finishes at 6pm.
- Return is to Victoria Station.
Departs daily at 10am from outside the Blooms Cafe, London:
- Entry time into Warner Bros: 11:30am.
- Tour finishes at 5pm.
- Return is to the Blooms Cafe.
Additionally, departs daily at 8am from outside the Blooms Cafe, London:
- Entry time into Warner Bros: 9:30am
- Tour finishes at 3pm.
- Return is to the Blooms Cafe.
Departs daily at 1:30pm from Evan Evans Office:
- Entry time into Warner Bros: 3pm
- Tour finishes at 8:30pm.
- Return is to Victoria Station.
Departs daily at 2:30pm from Evan Evans Office:
- Entry time into Warner Bros: 4pm
- Tour finishes at 9:30pm.
- Return is to Victoria Station.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Unique Fully Guided Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
- Immerse yourself in the magical world of Harry Potter on this all-inclusive English-guided small group tour (no more than 8 people) of Warner Bros Studios.
- Save time with train transfers from Central London and take a train journey to the Watford Junction Station, just like every other muggle!
- Follow your Studio Tour guide as they share production secrets and behind-the-scenes inside information unknown to most fans.
- Walk along the famous cobbled street of Diagon Alley™, step into the Forbidden Forest, run into Platform 9¾ , fly your own broomstick, and take a sneak peek at Hagrid’s Hut.
- Get a chance to re-visit the studio on your own after the tour has ended for as long as you want with the only tickets on the internet with this re-entry feature!
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Warner Bros. Studios with an expert Harry Potter tour guide
- Small groups of 8 people or fewer
- Admission with timed entry to Warner Bros Studios
- Headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide
- Transfer via train to and from the meeting point
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Meal inclusions
- Daily: 11:05am & 12:05pm.
- Duration of the guided tour: 3 hours.
- Duration of train transfers: 2 hours (1 hour each way).
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
All About Your Warner Bros Studio London Tour Options
Guided Tour of Harry Potter Studios
Duration: 2-3 Hours
- There’s no better way to explore the wizarding world than by opting for a guided walking tour.
- Your Harry Potter Studio tour includes a visit to the costume, art and prop departments, along with sets of all eight films, including the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, Platform 9 ¾™ , and Dumbledore’s Office among many others.
- Your professional tour guide will accompany you along the way, enlightening you with interesting trivia about the film-making process.
Flexible Cancellation Policy: You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Explore Warner Bros Studios in London
Here's all you will get a chance to discover and explore during your Harry Potter studio tour in London!
- Sets: Discover the Great Hall, the Forbidden Forest and other iconic sets from the films of Harry Potter during these tours.
- Props: Get a chance to witness the major props used by Harry, Ron, Hermione and more during filming.
- Costumes: Yule Ball, Quidditch, and Beauxtons are some of the many costumes you'll witness during your tour.
- Special Effects: Uncover the secrets behind the spectacular special effects from the Harry Potter films.
- Creature Effects: Learn about how the mystical creatures in the Harry Potter films were brought to life.
- Art Department: A behind-the-scenes look of how the art department creator the wonders of the world of Harry Potter.
Harry Potter™ Studios Tour London: Your Experience
A tour of the Harry Potter Studios is the perfect escape from the muggle world. Sip on some delicious butterbeer and grab a wand before heading to explore the beautiful sets of locations like the Great Hall, Platform 9 ¾ and Dumbledore’s office, along with getting an up-close, personal look at props, popular character costumes and creation of magical creatures like Buckbeak the hippogriff. Each location is designed to bring iconic moments from the movies to life -- a thrill for every true fan.
The Great Hall
- The Great Hall at Hogwarts is a pivotal location for Harry and friends; their first sorting ceremonies, the Yule Ball, essential conversations over meals, O.W.L examinations and of course, the battle of Hogwarts took place here.
- Walk the same steps as your favorite witches and wizards and soak in the fine details of the location design and props in the Great Hall.
The Forbidden Forest
- The Harry Potter Studios have created a remarkable version of the Forbidden Forest; walk around and examine the imposing trees that have been designed to represent an eerie atmosphere.
- Meet Buckbeak and Aragog, and take photographs with a life-size Hagrid costume who would be waiting to welcome you in.
Diagon Alley™
- Dotted with shops selling books, potions ingredients, robes and of course wands, it’s a one-stop location for all essentials a witch or wizard needs.
- The Diagon Alley set was redone to shoot scenes at Hogsmeade Village for Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban film.
Platform 9 ¾
- For filming, most scenes were shot at King’s Cross Station in London, while remaining parts were recreated at the Harry Potter Studios to shoot the famous scene between Harry and Dumbledore at the end of The Deathly Hallows Part II.
- You would get to see the actual Hogwarts Express and picture gliding dementors, or Trevor the Frog hopping about.
What’s On at the Harry Potter Studios in London?
On a Harry Potter Studios tour, visitors can further indulge in the wizarding world by engaging in specifically curated seasonal experiences.
Gringotts Wizarding Bank
Step inside the bank of the wizarding world as you take a tour of the Gringotts Wizarding Bank. Decorated with three magnificent crystal chandeliers and marble pillars, walk through the bank hall and explore the gallery of goblins, the Lestrange vault, and more.
Always On.
Hogwarts Express
Climb aboard the train’s carriage to grab your chance to recreate the iconic scene where the luggage trolley disappears through the platform wall, and grab a glimpse of how the iconic scenes were shot.
Always On.
Diagon Alley
Stroll through the wizarding street of the movies- Diagon Alley to admire the beautiful shops and the carefully crafted props on their windows. Step inside the iconic shops that played a key role in the series like the Ollivanders wand shop, Quality Quidditch Supplies, Madame Malkin’s shop, and more.
Always On.
Magcial Mischief
At Magical Mischief, get to know how they filmed some of the famous mischievous moments shown in the movie. Find out about the camera trickery behind the disappearing scene with the invisibility cloak, and much more.
Ongoing.
Dates: 22nd January to 1st May
Dark Arts
- Participate in the Dark Arts experience at the Harry Potter Studios in London to find yourself at a darker Platform 9 ¾, and a spookier Diagon Alley and Great Hall.
- Follow the Dark Mark trail and try your wand combat moves as you engage in duels against Death Eaters.
Dates: 15th September – 5th November 2023
Hogwarts in the Snow
- At the Harry Potter Studios, visitors can participate in the Hogwarts in the Snow experience and re-live scenes from the films.
- Conclude your year with Yule Ball for Hogwarts in the Snow and enjoy the moment as you live the iconic Yule Ball scene.
Note: This attractions takes place during the holiday season only.
Plan Your Visit
Harry Potter Studios opening times: 8:30 AM to 10 PM.
Your tour timings and duration will depend on the type of tickets you have purchased.
Typically, a Harry Potter Studio Tour takes about 3-7 hours, depending on your ticket. If you choose to attend an experience, shop, or dine, your time at the studios would increase accordingly. For details regarding your tour's duration, please check your tickets before purchasing.
Owing to its popularity, a Harry Potter Studios tour is always bustling with fans. However, since their intake capacity is limited, you would be able to comfortably explore. Comparatively lesser crowds can be found outside of the summer season (June to September). A highly recommended experience is visiting during Christmas, owing to the magical decoration and atmosphere.
You can get to Harry Potter Studios by using public transport like bus and train, or by car. You can also opt for Harry Potter Studio tours that include return transfers, preventing the hassle of having to plan your commute to and from Leavesden.
The closest train station to Harry Potter Studios is Watford Junction. From here, you can take one of many shuttle buses to reach the studios within 15 minutes.
Yes. You can avail the free parking services outside the Harry Potter Studios by simply displaying your ticket. Priority parking is also available for visitors next to the studio entrance; however, you would have to book and pay for your spot in advance.
The Harry Potter Studios are located about 20 miles (32 km) from London at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, Studio Tour Drive, Leavesden, WD25 7LR.
Yes. All Harry Potter Studio tours are wheelchair-accessible. Some locations might be difficult to navigate like Diagon Alley and the Hogwarts Bridge; we recommend approaching with caution.
Yes. A cloakroom is available on the premises where visitors can check-in bags, strollers and coats free of charge.
The Harry Potter Studios are home to several eateries like the Hub Cafe, Food Hall or Chocolate Frog Cafe. Meals are served here for lunch and dinner till 08:00 PM on weekends and till 05:00 PM on weekdays.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harry Potter London Studio Tours
Guests can visit sets created for all eight Harry Potter films, including, but not limited to the Great Hall, the Forbidden Forest, Diagon Alley, and Platform 9 ¾ among others.
Not all Harry Potter Studio tours include a guided tour. You would have to purchase tickets that specifically include guided tours.
Most Harry Potter Studio tours include return transfers. Ensure that you check before purchasing your tickets.
No. Owing to the limited number of visitors at the studio at any given time, pre-booking your tickets is mandatory.
No. Owing to the limited number of visitors at the studio at any given time, pre-booking your tickets is mandatory.
Located about an hour’s drive from the London city center, the Warner Bros. Studio Tour offers several bus tours operating that offer hourly return transfers from central London and Birmingham directly to the studio tour. Here's more information on how to get there.
A Harry Potter Studio tour books several months in advance so to maximize your chances of getting tickets, we recommend going on a weekday for better availability of slots.
From Diagon Alley to Platform 9 ¾, The Great Hall and the Forbidden Forest, the Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio is brimming with exciting experiences and attractions. Here are all the attractions on the tour.