{"id":2741,"date":"2013-07-15T08:43:18","date_gmt":"2013-07-15T08:43:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goldentours.com\/travelblog?p=2741"},"modified":"2025-07-24T12:45:55","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T11:45:55","slug":"discover-the-superb-film-locations-of-harry-potter-wizard-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goldentours.com\/travelblog\/discover-the-superb-film-locations-of-harry-potter-wizard-world","title":{"rendered":"Discover the 10 Superb Film Locations of Harry Potter\u2019s Wizard World"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

The Harry Potter franchise has long ended with the release of its 8th and last movie instalment, but that’s not the case for its fans. Although the story is set in magical Britain, and all of the places mentioned in the books, except London, are fictional, there are plenty of real-life locations that any die-hard Potter fan will recognise.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. Glenfinnan Viaduct, Scotland<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This magnificent 21-arch railway viaduct in the Scottish Highlands, 20 miles west of Fort William, conjures up images of the Hogwarts Express steaming its way across. The line is no longer part of the British Rail network, but it may be possible to take a train journey across the viaduct.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Glenfinnan<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2. Glencoe, Scotland<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The 7-mile long, U-shaped scenery of Glencoe is where the dramatic landscapes around Hogwarts were filmed. Though the sets are no longer there, the site is a prime spot for a picnic.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Glencoe,<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

3. Durham Cathedral, England<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This 12th century cathedral is one of the UK\u2019s finest Norman buildings and has provided one of the Hogwarts classrooms.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Durham<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

4. Bodleian Library, Oxford, England<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The historic library is the main research library of Oxford University. Both Duke Humfrey\u2019s Library and the Divinity School were used as some of the interiors at Hogwarts.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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5. Alnwick Castle, Northumberland, England<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Harry first learns to fly a broomstick on the green grass of Hogwarts’ school grounds, filmed inside the walls of Alnwick Castle, located 30 miles from Newcastle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Alnwick<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

6. Freshwater West, Pembrokeshire, Wales<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The Shell Cottage home of Bill Weasley and Fleur Delacour and a hideout for other characters temporarily sat on Freshwater West beach. This stretch of golden sand is one of Wales\u2019 top surfing beaches.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Freshwater<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

7. King’s Cross Station, London, England<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

On your London Tour, visit the west side of the station towards the entrance to Platforms 9, 10 and 11. There you\u2019ll find a trolley disappearing into the magical realm through a wall marked \u2018Platform 9 \u00be\u2019 where the Hogwarts Express Steam train departs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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8. Reptile House, London Zoo, England<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Home to more than 600 species of rare and beautiful animals, it is in the reptile house where Harry first learns of his ability to talk to snakes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Reptile<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

9. Gloucester Cathedral, England<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The cloisters of this 1,300 years old cathedral were used as the corridors of Hogwarts and were the setting for ghost scenes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Gloucester<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

10. Leadenhall Market, London, England<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Make this superb example of a Victorian covered market the last stop on your London bus tours<\/a>. Leadenhall market represented the area of London near The Leaky Cauldron and Diagon Alley. The entrance to \u2018The Leaky Cauldron\u2019 was an empty shop, now an optician store \u2013 The Glass House.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Leadenhall<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you don’t want to travel too far, you can always capture the magic at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London<\/a>! You’ll get to walk through the original sets and see authentic props used in the hit film series.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Don\u2019t forget to share your magical Harry Potter pictures with us on Instagram\u00a0@goldentoursuk<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n