Harry Potter Studio — About, History, Tours & Visitor Info
Step onto the actual sets of the Harry Potter films at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. Wander the Great Hall, board the Hogwarts Express and explore spell-binding behind-the-scenes secrets.
Standard Entry from £51.95Why Visit the Harry Potter Studio Tour?
The Studio Tour is a love letter to filmmaking, housing original costumes, props, animatronics and fully-dressed sets from all eight movies. It’s the closest thing to being cast at Hogwarts.
Iconic Sets
Walk the Great Hall, stroll down Diagon Alley and peek inside the Forbidden Forest.
Craft & Magic
See green-screen broomsticks, scale creature models and detailed concept art that brought the Wizarding World to life.
Studio Timeline
- 1939 — Aircraft factory opens in Leavesden, Hertfordshire.
- 1994 — Leavesden becomes a film studio; GoldenEye shoots on site.
- 2000-2010 — All eight Harry Potter films produced here.
- March 2012 — Warner Bros. Studio Tour London officially opens to fans.
- 2017 — Forbidden Forest expansion unveiled.
- 2024 — Magical Mischief interactive exhibit launches.
Top Tours & Ticket Options
Standard Entry Ticket
Self-guided tour of all indoor & backlot sets, digital guide optional.
Entry + Return Coach
Transport from Central London (Victoria, King’s Cross or Baker Street) plus entry.
Deluxe Guided Tour
2-hour guided group + butterbeer, souvenir guidebook and photo package.
After-Hours Exclusive
Limited-entry evening tour with live demonstrations and canapés.
What You’ll Experience
Behind the Magic
Witness the blend of artistry, animatronics and visual effects that made broomsticks fly and dragons breathe fire. Guides share insider anecdotes from decade-long filming.
- Board the Hogwarts Express at Platform 9¾.
- Enter Dumbledore’s Office and Gryffindor Common Room.
- Marvel at the 1:24-scale Hogwarts Castle model glowing with fibre-optic lights.
Spot These Details
The Marauder’s Map with moving footprints, hand-painted portrait gallery and the intricate Gringotts bank ceiling – crafted from real Czech glass.
Don’t miss a butterbeer in the Backlot Café and photos in the flying Ford Anglia!
Insider Tips
Reserve Early
Weekends and school holidays sell out months in advance – secure preferred slots ASAP.
Arrive 20 Min Early
Security and ticket checks precede the tour; late arrivals may be denied entry.
Photography
Tripods prohibited, but handheld cameras welcome; low-light settings handy in indoor sets.
Visitor Cheatsheet
Opening Hours
First entry 9 am; final entry 4:30 pm (varies by season). Closed 25 & 26 Dec.
Ticket Prices
Adult £51.95 | Child £40.95 | Family (2 + 2) £160. Coach packages from £99.
Transport
Train London Euston → Watford Junction (20 min) + free branded shuttle (15 min).
Accessibility
Step-free routes, free carer ticket, induction loops and wheelchair loan on request.
Ready to Enter the Wizarding World?
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