The Balmoral Hotel - see the landmark hotel where J.K. Rowling completed the final Harry Potter book. Learn about its place in the story of the series and Edinburgh’s literary history.

Visit Edinburgh’s historic City Chambers and discover a documented connection between J.K. Rowling and the city, including her recognition by Edinburgh.

Stop at House of MinaLima, celebrating the graphic design and visual world associated with the Harry Potter films, created by designers Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima.

Walk along one of Edinburgh’s most colourful and distinctive streets. Victoria Street is frequently associated with Diagon Alley, although the connection is a popular theory rather than a confirmed inspiration.

Visit this atmospheric shop on Victoria Street, known for its wizarding-themed interiors, collectibles and displays inspired by the world of magic and fantasy.

Discover one of Edinburgh’s best-known literary cafés, associated with J.K. Rowling’s early writing years and the development of the Harry Potter books.

Explore this historic Edinburgh graveyard and see names that Harry Potter fans have connected with characters from the books, while separating documented facts from popular theories.

View the striking historic school beside Greyfriars Kirkyard. Its architecture is often compared with Hogwarts, although claims that it directly inspired the fictional school are unconfirmed.

Finish near the former Nicolson’s Café, now Spoon, another Edinburgh location associated with J.K. Rowling’s early writing of the Harry Potter series.