Whether you're merely a muggle harbouring a belief in the wizarding world's existence or whether you remember He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, this Black cab tour will take you through several of the Harry Potter filming locations for the story of the boy who lived.
On your private driving tour inspired by the wizarding world, you will:
- Travel in the comfort of a private LondonTaxi;
- See all the film locations, used in all 8 movies, accompanied by a professional guide and Harry Potter fanatic!;
- Stop for a memorable photo opportunity at ‘Platform 9 ¾’;
- See where the external shots were used for the "Gringotts Wizarding Bank", Diagon Alley, and the Leaky Cauldron;
- Follow the route of the ‘Knight Bus’ across the River Thames and around those windy streets;
- Walk over the Brockdale Bridge, which collapsed in the opening scenes of the sixth film;
- Browse Borough Market, home of the ‘Third-Hand Bookshop';
- Finish your tour as a true insider of Harry Potter in London.
It may not be September 1st, but unbeknownst to students, trains do depart from Platform 9¾ daily. Enjoy a quick photoshoot there before pushing through the barrier, so you don't miss the departure of the Hogwarts Express!
Prepare for your own sorting ceremony and be sure you know which magical creature you want to bring with you to Hogwarts. Don't forget to visit Gringott's Wizarding Bank to pay for each of your treasures at the real entrance to Diagon Alley (muggles can't see it but pass by it daily at Leadenhall Market.)
Remember the loss of muggle life on Brockdale Bridge (known in the muggle world as 'Millennium Bridge') as you cross. But never fear, the Dark Lord is now defeated and there have been no death eater sightings for many years.
In just three hours, you'll traverse many of London's hidden passageways and filming locations for the iconic 8 films. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for Ernie Prang and Stan Shunpike navigating the Knight Bus throughout the city.
We promise even if you're not enough of a Potterhead to understand a single reference made in this tour, your guide is used to accompanying muggles and showing them the magic of the wizarding world, visible everywhere throughout London!
Tour duration4 hours
Type of tourDriving tour - Private vehicle throughout the tour
Attractions along this route:
Buckingham PalaceBuckingham Palace is the official London residence for HM Queen Elizabeth II and it's one of London’s most popular attractions.
Big BenRenamed "Elizabeth Tower" for the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II, the iconic Victorian clock tower of London, has become a symbol of the city itself.
Piccadilly CircusPiccadilly Circus is the most buzzing place in London, and it's no surprise it's known as the Times Square of London.
Tower BridgeLondon's iconic bridge across the River Thames, with two beautiful Victorian towers.
Westminster AbbeyOne of London's oldest and most magnificent churches, with a long-standing connection to the royal family.
Borough MarketBorough Market is a historic wholesale fruit and vegetable market and one of the oldest in London dating back to the 12th century.
St Paul's CathedralThe seat of the Bishop of London and the mother church of the Diocese of London.
King's Cross StationConstructed in the mid-19th century, King's Cross is one of London's most important railway stations.
Millennium BridgeNick-named by Londoners 'the wobbly bridge' due to unexpected swaying in its early days, this pedestrian walkway over the Thames opened in June 2000.
Thames RiverThe second longest river in the UK the Thames is an iconic piece of London culture. Don't be put off by its murky colour it is actually one of the cleanest metropolitan rivers in European.
St Pancras StationSince 1868, St Pancras Station has been one of London's most architecturally stunning structures. It is home to four main routes of travel; Eurostar, East Midlands Trains, Southeastern and ThamesLink, not forgetting Europe's longest champagne bar.
Leadenhall MarketDating back to the 14th century, it was known to be a meat, poultry and game market. Now, walk through a number of boutiques, cafes and restaurants.
