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Explore Harry Potter™ Studios | Find Out What's Inside, Shows, History & More
Why is Warner Bros. Harry Potter™ Studio tours a must-visit?
- The home of Harry Potter: Warner Bros. Harry Potter™ Studios is the home of Harry Potter, a worldwide hero. Explore the actual film sets used in the Harry Potter films, including the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, the Forbidden Forest, and Platform 9¾. You'll feel like you've stepped into the movies and can almost hear Harry, Ron, and Hermione talking.
- Explore the best of Hogwarts: There are many interactive exhibits throughout the tour, including a chance to ride a broomstick and the green screen experience of flying over Hogwarts. There is also a gift shop where you can buy souvenirs from your visit.
- Brave the Forbidden Forest: Gather courage and step inside the Forbidden Forest and uncover dark secrets that lie within.
- Check out Professor Umbridge's Office: Say what you will, but Professor Umbridge did keep a neat office. Head to the Harry Potter™ Studios for proof.
- See how dragons are made: Dragons made Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire fun, but how were they made? The creature effects team offers insight into creating dragons and goblins on screen.
- Feel the characters' clothes: Every character's costume has been carefully preserved and can be touched at the studio.
What's inside Warner Bros Harry Potter™ Studio in London?
Stunning sets
From the Great Hall to the Forbidden Forest, every great location in the movies is part of the Warner Bros Harry Potter™ Studios. The spectacular Great Hall also includes the costumes of students from every Hogwarts house and the teachers' table that once seated Dumbledore and Snape. The Forbidden Forest was a key component of the Chamber of Secrets, and the Studio allows you to explore why. Platform 9¾ and Diagon Alley are the other attractive sets you can visit.
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Original props
Every small prop, including glassware and photographs, has been carefully preserved inside Warner Bros. Studios London. Professor Snape's potion jars will catch your attention and instantly remind you of his intense interactions with Harry in The Deathly Hallows. Over 950 potion jars are lining the classroom walls and have labels, hand-designed by the Graphic Design duo MinaLima. Professor Umbridge's office is also full of props, especially her collection of plates featuring moving kittens.
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Authentic costumes
Harry's clothing wasn't trendy, but they are popular nonetheless. You can find his and the other characters' authentic costumes inside the studio. The collection of Quidditch uniforms is striking, as it shows the evolution of the Harry Potter movies. Each movie's uniforms became more detailed, sporty, and reflective of the dangerous game. For the Yule Ball scene in the fourth film, costume designer Jany Temime designed over 300 costumes, and over 600 Hogwarts school robes, most of which can be found in the Harry Potter Studio tour.
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Special effects
SFX and VFX were the extra sprinkle of 'magic' that made the movies what they are today. Whomping Willow provided the first taste of the talent working in the visual and special effects team. For Willow's appearance in The Prisoner of Azkaban, a full-sized tree trunk was built on set. Branches were later added digitally in post-production. Harry's Cloak of Invisibility and the Chamber of Secrets door are the other attractions on the special and visual effects tour.
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Creature effects
Harry Potter had it all: dragons, goblins, basilisks, giant spiders, and whatnot! You can witness these creatures inside the Warner Bros Harry Potter™ Studios if you're brave enough. You'll also find Buckbeak, the hippogriff who helped Harry in The Prisoner of Azkaban. Buckbeak's designers took inspiration from real birds, especially the Golden Eagle. Find out about the Basilisk that almost killed Harry in The Chamber of Secrets which also has an interesting process behind its creation.
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Art Department
The Art Department deserves tremendous credit for creating beautiful locations. Hogwarts was their most outstanding achievement as it moves people even today. The castle stayed as is largely throughout the eight movies, a testament to the work of the 86 artists and crewmembers who designed it for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. The Art Department also did newspaper designs, specifically the graphic design duo MinaLima and are on display inside the Harry Potter Studio.
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Return to Azkaban
The Warner Bros. Studio Tour London offers various exciting events throughout the year. Currently, Return to Azkaban lets visitors experience new activities and sets for the 20th-anniversary celebration of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Upcoming events include Dark Arts which delves into the darker aspects of the wizarding world, and Hogwarts in the Snow, which transforms the studio tour into a winter wonderland.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Warner Bros. Harry Potter™ Studios in London
What is Harry Potter™ Studios?
Harry Potter™ Studios London is a former film studio and a walkthrough exhibition experience containing props, costumes, and sets from the eight Harry Potter movies.
Where is Harry Potter™ Studios?
Harry Potter™ Studios is located just outside London in Leavesden. Address: Studio Tour Dr, Leavesden, Watford WD25 7LR, UK.
What is Harry Potter™ Studios famous for?
Harry Potter™ Studios London is famous for original Harry Potter props, sets, and costumes that are on display and the exclusive theme events that are held, giving visitors a true experience of the Wizarding World in real life. You should visit the studio to have a live experience of how the movies were made.
How much does it cost to visit Harry Potter™ Studios?
Tickets to Harry Potter™ Studio Tours are available from £95 onwards.
Who built Harry Potter™ Studios?
Warner Bros. built and owns the Harry Potter™ Studios in London.
What are Harry Potter™ Studios' opening hours?
Harry Potter Studio is open from 9:30am to 10pm every day. However, timings may vary. The official opening times of Harry Potter™ Studios can be checked on the studio calendar ahead of your visit.
When is the best time to visit Harry Potter™ Studios?
You can visit Harry Potter™ Studios throughout the year. November to March is a less crowded time, while the place comes with magical festivities during Christmas.
What are the famous attractions inside Harry Potter™ Studios?
Sets like the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, Platform 9¾, and Hogwarts Express are famous attractions inside Harry Potter™ Studios in London.
Is Harry Potter World the same as Harry Potter™ Studios?
No, the Harry Potter World is different from Harry Potter™ Studios, which is officially also called Warner Bros. Studio Tour, London - The Making of Harry Potter.
Are there rides at Harry Potter™ Studios?
No, there are no rides at Harry Potter™ Studios.
Is it worth visiting Harry Potter™ Studios?
Yes, absolutely! Harry Potter™ Studios London is worth visiting for art, visual effects, and Harry Potter lovers.
How many days do I need to cover Harry Potter™ Studios?
One day is enough to cover Warner Bros. Studio Tours in London. A tour of the Studio takes 3-4 hours. However, a walking tour which includes famous filming spots in the movie can take up to 10 hours.
Does my Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio Tour include a guided tour?
Not all Harry Potter Studio tours include a guided tour. You would have to purchase tickets that specifically include guided tours.
How do I get from London to the Warner Bros. Studio?
Located about an hour’s drive from the London city center, the Warner Bros. Studio Tour offers several bus tours that offer hourly return transfers from central London and Birmingham directly to the studio tour.
What should I wear when visiting the Harry Potter Studio?
Comfortable clothing is advised to wear on your Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio Tour. You might need to walk a fair distance to explore the different sets, props, costumes, and special effects, so wear comfortable shoes.
How can I skip the lines to see the Harry Potter Studio tour?
To skip lines on your studio tour, opt for the Harry Potter™ Studio guided tour and you can also book priority parking to save time at the entrance.
