Warner Bros. Studio Tour: The Making of Harry Potter

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 us 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 an insight into the special effects used to bring magic to the muggle world. What's more, there are several interactive exhibitions to experience stepping foot into the wizarding world!

After the tour, you'll want to stop in the souvenir shop to grab a snack and maybe even 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 can be found on your booking confirmation once 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 find everything there is to know about the making of Harry Potter, you can rent an English audio guide for just 5.25GBP.

Why Book This Civitatis Tour?

This activity is the most convenient and practical way to visit the Harry Potter studios, as it includes transportation from central London and guaranteed entry to the studios. All you have to do is show up, 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 in London.