
Allow 3-4 hours for the tour, plus travel time · Watford Junction (rail) then free shuttle bus to studio. No Tube station nearby — the studio is in Hertfordshire, about 45 minutes from central London · Suitable for all ages. Most magical for ages 7+. Children under 4 go free
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£86
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London — The Making of Harry Potter is the ultimate experience for fans of the Wizarding World and one of the most sought-after things to do in London. Located at the actual Leavesden Studios where all eight Harry Potter films were made, this extraordinary walk-through experience lets you step onto the real sets, see genuine props and costumes, and discover the filmmaking secrets behind the magic. It regularly sells out weeks in advance, so book tickets as early as you can.
Walk through the Great Hall where the cast ate meals between takes, stroll down Diagon Alley, peer into Dumbledore's office and step inside the Forbidden Forest. The outdoor backlot features a full-scale Hogwarts Express on Platform 9¾ and a recreation of Privet Drive. The tour culminates with a jaw-dropping 1:24 scale model of Hogwarts Castle that was used for every exterior shot in the films — it is enormous and absolutely spellbinding. With seasonal events like Dark Arts at Halloween and Hogwarts in the Snow at Christmas, there is always a reason to return.
Getting to the Harry Potter Studio Tour from central London is straightforward. Take a train from London Euston to Watford Junction, then hop on the free Warner Bros. shuttle bus — the whole journey takes around 45 minutes. Allow three to four hours for the tour itself, plus travel time. If you are making a Potter-themed trip to London, combine your visit with Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in the West End, the stage show that continues the story where the films left off.
The studio tour is perfect for families, couples and groups of friends — you do not need to be a die-hard fan to be impressed by the scale and craftsmanship on display. For more family-friendly London attractions, consider the Paddington Bear Experience or a visit to Madame Tussauds. The Harry Potter Studio Tour is without question one of the best experiences London has to offer.
Dichtstbijzijnde metro
Watford Junction (rail) then free shuttle bus to studio. No Tube station nearby — the studio is in Hertfordshire, about 45 minutes from central London
Duur
Allow 3-4 hours for the tour, plus travel time
Toegankelijkheid
Fully wheelchair accessible throughout. Wheelchairs available to borrow free of charge. Accessible toilets on site
Leeftijd
Suitable for all ages. Most magical for ages 7+. Children under 4 go free
Jenny L.
February 2025
“This exceeded every expectation. I'm a massive Potter fan and I was in tears walking into the Great Hall. Allow at least 4 hours — there's so much to see.”
Alex T.
January 2025
“We took our 9-year-old and he was absolutely spellbound. The interactive elements are brilliant — he got to ride a broomstick and cast spells. Pure magic.”
Priya N.
December 2024
“Even my husband who hasn't seen the films was impressed by the scale and craftsmanship. The Hogwarts model at the end is breathtaking. Book the earliest slot.”
Take a train from London Euston to Watford Junction (about 20 minutes), then catch the free Warner Bros. shuttle bus which runs every 20 minutes. The whole journey takes around 45 minutes.
Yes — you must book a specific entry time slot. The tour is extremely popular and frequently sells out weeks in advance. Book as early as possible.
Yes! Butterbeer is available in the Backlot Cafe in regular and frozen varieties. It's non-alcoholic with a butterscotch flavour that kids and adults love.
The Studio Shop is enormous and packed with exclusive merchandise you can't buy elsewhere — wands, robes, sweets, and collectibles. Budget accordingly!
No, re-entry is not permitted once you leave the tour. Make sure you've seen everything before heading to the exit and gift shop.
Vanaf
£86