Climb into a traditional black cab and visit London’s best Harry Potter filming spots. Enjoy hotel pick-up and a knowledgeable driver-guide who brings Diagon Alley, Platform 9¾ and more to life with behind-the-scenes trivia.
✔️ Private black cab for a personalised tour of film locations
✔️ Hotel pick-up and convenient round-trip transfers in Central London
✔️ Expert driver-guide shares behind-the-scenes stories and trivia
✔️ Bespoke route that focuses on Harry Potter spots or mixes with other film sites
✔️ Small groups for a relaxed, flexible experience

Your driver picks you up right at your Central London hotel, helps with luggage, and gives a quick lowdown on the route before you hop in the cab. Easy and stress-free.
Sit back in a classic black cab for about four hours as your guide whizzes you between Harry Potter filming spots, pausing for photos or short strolls whenever you want.
Your guide spills all the behind-the-scenes secrets, like how the locations were used in the movies, plus fun trivia and London history that make each stop more memorable.
The tour mostly hits Harry Potter highlights, but if you want, your guide can add other movie or TV locations for a bigger cinematic adventure.
| Feature | Harry Potter Black Cab Tour | Standard Walking or Bus Tour |
|---|---|---|
Atmosphere | Private, personalised, flexible | Group-oriented, set route |
Transport | Traditional black taxi with driver-guide | On foot or a large coach with a guide |
Stops & coverage | Film sites across central London with door-to-door pick-up | Fixed itineraries; less flexible for customised pick-ups |
Best for | Fans wanting comfort, private commentary, and hotel transfers | Walkers or budget-conscious visitors |
You’ll spot the exact brick wall where Harry disappears into Platform 9¾ and the bustling station concourse that doubled for multiple Hogwarts departures. Insider tip: early morning shots avoid the crowds and catch better photos.
Those cobblestones and archways? Totally Diagon Alley. The Leaky Cauldron scenes were filmed right here, with shopfronts and hidden corners giving that authentic magical street vibe. Your guide will point out subtle film details you’d miss alone.
Remember it toppling under Death Eaters in Deathly Hallows? From here, you can imagine the chaos while taking in stunning Thames views. The guide explains how they blended real bridge shots with CGI magic.
That grand staircase? Hogwarts magic happens here. Angles and clever camera tricks made it feel like the school, and your guide will share which spots were tricky to film. Perfect for Potter photo nerds.
This area hides a gem of wizarding memorabilia and was used for street shots. Your guide shares trivia about the bustling scenes filmed here, and the nearby Harry Potter shop is a quick, fun stop.
This isn’t just any viewpoint; filmmakers used this angle for sweeping chase sequences. From here, you get both cinematic insight and a gorgeous view of the Thames and London’s skyline.
Even if you’re not hungry, this market’s alleyways inspired bustling, magical streets. Cobblestones, stalls, and hidden corners gave the Harry Potter films an authentic, chaotic charm without CGI heavy lifting.
This replica ship appears in background shots, adding period charm to scenes. Your guide shares how props and angles made it feel part of the wizarding world rather than just a London dockside.
These ancient ruins provided perfect textures for darker, dungeon-like exteriors. Filmmakers loved the stonework for outdoor Hogwarts sequences that needed an authentic, historical feel without leaving London.
Even from outside, you can see why filmmakers chose this for hidden magical spaces. Narrow corridors and textured stone gave scenes a believable, grim, mysterious vibe, ideal for wizarding dungeons.
The recreated theatre appears subtly in some aerial shots. Its classic architecture gave filmmakers a recognizable London landmark that fit seamlessly into chase sequences, blending magic with real city charm.
Some classroom exteriors were inspired by this building’s facades. Your guide points out features that were mirrored on screen, making ordinary London streets feel like Hogwarts halls.
Bridges, quays, and stonework here helped film chase scenes, mixing old-world London with magical storytelling. You’ll get behind-the-scenes insight on why this area was chosen for action shots.
Yes, the London Eye makes a cameo! The riverside views here were used to give scale and epic context to magical chase sequences, and your guide will point out subtle CGI additions.
This building’s façade inspired Ministry of Magic exteriors. Your guide shares why its imposing architecture made the perfect backdrop for wizarding authority scenes without needing heavy set dressing.
Check out the street-level spots of Australia House, used for Gringotts’ exteriors. Your guide explains how simple shopfronts and building angles were transformed with props and camera tricks into the wizarding bank.
The square appears in Death Eater sequences. Knowing the historical and spatial context, your guide explains how filmmakers staged chaos here while still capturing London’s iconic landmarks.
Yes. The tour is bespoke, so tell your guide which spots you prefer and they’ll rearrange stops and timing to suit your group.
This city black cab tour focuses on London filming locations. The Warner Bros. Studio Tour is a separate full-day experience outside London and is not included.
Short walks occur at select locations for photos or entrances, but most travel is in the black cab for comfort and convenience.
Yes, small photography equipment is allowed, but guides recommend lightweight tools for easy setup during brief stopovers at filming locations.
Very suitable, as most walking is minimal and stops are entertaining; guides also share engaging stories tailored to younger visitors.
Typically, no. The tour is private, but booking multiple cabs simultaneously can allow larger parties to tour together without sharing commentary.
Guides plan routes around congestion, using shortcuts and flexible timing to avoid delays, ensuring smooth travel between Harry Potter film locations.
Tours proceed in most weather; cabs are covered and comfortable, and guides can adjust walking stops to keep passengers dry and warm.

Enjoy the luxury of a bespoke private tour of London’s Harry Potter™ filming locations in a black cab, complete with hotel transfers.
Inclusions
4-hour private black cab tour of Harry Potter™ filming locations in London
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central London
Private transportation throughout the tour
Personal, professional tour guide
Exclusions
Pick-up and drop-off from Heathrow Airport hotel
Food and drinks
Tickets to attractions
What to bring
What's not allowed
Accessibility
Additional information
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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