Warner Bros. Studio Tour: The Making of Harry Potter
- Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the experience starts.
- Transport by bus with WiFi
- Access to the Warner Studios
- Audio guide in English: 5.25GBP
- Transport by bus with WiFi
- Access to the Warner Studios
- Audio guide in English: 5.25GBP
This tour from London will take you to the Warner Bros. London Studio, where the 8 Harry Potter films were created. Sets, original props, special effects and costumes await you throughout the tour. Discover all the secrets of the saga!
Tour Highlights
- Grab a stress-free bus transfer from London city centre to Warner Bros. London Studio and back.
- Explore iconic spaces including the Great Hall, Dumbledore's office, Diagon Alley, the Gryffindor Common Room, Olivander's wand shop and more!
- See original props used in the films, such as Harry's Nimbus 2000 and Hagrid's flying motorcycle.
- Discover how special effects were used to bring various creatures to life.
What to Expect
On the day of the activity, we'll hop on a bus in the centre of London to take you to Warner Bros. Studios. At the studio, you'll have 3.5 to 4 hours to explore the studio at your own pace.
Along the way, you'll discover the Great Hall, Dumbledore's office, Harry's Nimbus 2000, Hagrid's flying motorcycle, Gryffindor's Common Room and dormitories, Hagrid's hut, Gringott Wizarding Bank, the potions classroom, Olivanders' and Professor Umbridge's office in the Ministery of Magic.
You'll also gain insights into the special effects used to bring magic to the muggle world. Additionally, there are several interactive exhibitions allowing you to step into the wizarding world!
After the tour, make sure to stop by the souvenir shop to grab a snack and maybe even enjoy a butterbeer at the Studio Café. Cheers!
Temporary Exhibitions
Depending on when you visit the studios, you can enjoy the following temporary exhibitions:
- Until April 24, 2026: Magical Mischief: discover the cinematic tricks used in the Harry Potter films.
- May 7 to September 7, 2026: Summer Special: see the iconic Golden Snitch and the mysterious Philosopher's Stone as you discover the secrets of filming.
- September 16 to November 8, 2026: Dark Arts: Learn dueling techniques in the Defense Against the Dark Arts classroom before facing the Dementors in the Forbidden Forest.
- November 14, 2026, to January 17, 2027: Hogwarts in the Snow: See the iconic model of Hogwarts Castle and the Forbidden Forest covered in snow.
Meeting Points
This tour includes transportation to the Harry Potter studios from one of the following locations:
- Victoria Station
- Baker Street
- King's Cross
- Vauxhall Bridge Road
- Marble Arch
- Paddington Station
- Royal National Hotel
During the booking process, you'll see the available meeting point according to the selected date. The exact address will be indicated on your booking confirmation after the activity has been booked. The bus will take you from central London directly to the studio entrance.
Digital Audio Guide
If you want to explore every detail about the making of Harry Potter, you can rent an English audio guide for just 5.25GBP.
Why Book This Tour?
This activity offers the most convenient and practical way to visit the Harry Potter studios. With transportation from central London and guaranteed entry to the studios, all you have to do is present your ticket and start enjoying the magical world of the young wizard.
Harry Potter Free Walking Tour London
If you're a true Potterhead, you might be interested in exploring some of the filming locations around London on our Harry Potter Free Walking Tour.
Instructions
15 minutes before departure time, you'll need to show this electronic booking confirmation when boarding the bus, where you'll be given your tickets for the studios. You'll only be able to board the bus at the time you have booked.
Departure Times
- Departures until August 31 (included): cdn2.civitatis.com/reino-unido/londres/galeria/horarios-2026-buses-estudios-harry-potter.pdf.
- Departures starting September 1: https://cdn2.civitatis.com/reino-unido/londres/galeria/horarios-desde-septiembre-2026-buses-estudios-harry-potter.pdf.
Departure Locations
The bus departs from the following locations in London:
- Bulleid Way Bus Stop 1. The nearest metro stop is Victoria Station, on the Circle (yellow), District (green) and Victoria (light blue) lines. Please note that the bus will not depart from Victoria bus station, but from this location: link
- Golden Tours Baker Street Visitor Centre, 144 Marylebone Rd, London NW1 5PH, UK. You can see the exact location at this Google Maps link.
- King's Cross Station, Pancras Road, bus stop T, London N1C 4TB. You can check the exact meeting point at the following Google Maps link.
The tour takes 7 hours, including transportation.
The person who will accompany you to the studios speaks English, so we recommend that you pay close attention to the instructions and times provided. You'll need to show this booking confirmation when boarding the bus, and once you arrive at the studios, the driver will give you your ticket to the studios and tell you the exact time to return to the bus. The times are strict, and you'll have to return to London on your own if you arrive late.
Important information
If you don't want to miss any detail of the visit, we recommend that, when you arrive at Warner Studios, rent an audio guide for only 5.25GBP.
Please Note
- Butterbeer™ may contain nuts and other ingredients that may cause allergies, etc.
- Branded buses are subject to availability.
- During busy periods, alternative buses may be used.
- A fee is charged only for the transportation of children aged 3 and 4, as they require a seat on the bus.
