Harry Potter London tours

Harry Potter in London

Harry Potter filming locations in London: Platform 9¾, Millennium Bridge, Leadenhall Market and more. Walking tours vs a self-guided map.

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About Harry Potter

London has the street-level magic: King’s Cross, the bridge from Half-Blood Prince, Diagon Alley-ish markets. None of this is the Studio Tour. It is a different day — shorter, cheaper, and crowded at the trolley. We help you pick a walk vs a guided tour.

Insider tips

  • Platform 9¾ has a queue for the official photo. Go early or skip if you hate lines.
  • Leadenhall Market is prettier than the film clip. It is also a City lunch spot — weekdays are busy.
  • A walking tour earns its fee if you do not want to stare at Google Maps between sites.

What to expect

  1. 1.Outdoor locations and Tube rides between them.
  2. 2.No studio sets. No Hogwarts castle model.
  3. 3.Gift shops at King’s Cross. Optional walking-tour meeting points.

Who is this for?

  • Fans who already did Leavesden or cannot spare a full studio day.
  • First-timers who want the trolley photo on a spare morning.
  • Groups who prefer a guide to a DIY map.

Highlights

  • King’s Cross Platform 9¾
  • Millennium Bridge and City locations
  • Guided Harry Potter walking tours

Help

Frequently asked questions

Is Platform 9¾ the Studio Tour?
No. It is a photo installation at King’s Cross. The Studio Tour is in Leavesden.
Can I do locations and the studio in one day?
Possible if you have an early studio slot and skip a slow lunch. Most people split them.
Are walking tours worth it?
If you like stories and hate navigation, yes. If you only want the trolley photo, go alone at opening.
Is it free to see locations?
The streets and bridges are free. The trolley photo often has a paid official photographer. Walking tours charge a ticket.
What about the Harry Potter shops?
There are official and unofficial shops. They are retail, not the studio. Budget accordingly.