Guide for Muggles: The Ultimate Harry Potter London Trip
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Renee Olson
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London
England
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London is one of the best cities in the world, for Wizards or Muggles. As a Harry Potter fan, it's as good as it gets in Europe! London is dripping in magic and is a wonderful place for the entire family.
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Things to do in London
Visit Platform 9-3/4 - Essential to any visit to London for a Harry Potter fan. There can be a line, so make sure you have some time.
Wizard Afternoon Tea - No trip to the United Kingdom would be complete without a high tea, but this one is extra magical.
The London Eye - Instead of a broomstick, get a Birds Eye view of the city of London.
Harry Potter Tour - Learn all about the making of the movie, full of exclusive behind-the-scenes content you can't see anywhere else.
Take a Potions Class - Just like at Hogwarts, although not taught by Professor Severus Snape.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Calling all theater fans, this West End play takes place 19 years after Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows. Inside tip: there is a Part 1 and Part 2.
Get Fitted for a Wand - No Wizard should leave home without out, and now you can get your own personalized wand.
Visit The Tower of London - It's not Hogwarts, but it may still have some friendly ghosts floating around. Let us know if you see Nearly Headless Nick.
School of Witchcraft and Wizardry Escape Room - A fun activity, especially if you need to escape the rain.
Day Trips
Warner Brothers Harry Potter Backlot Tour - This is the official Harry Potter tour, but you will need a whole day to explore.
Oxford - Take a train to Oxford for the day, since so many scenes in Harry Potter were filmed here.
Places to eat & drink in London
The Chocolate Frog Cafe - The best place for sweets and treats!
The Backlot Cafe - The only place in Europe to enjoy a Butterbeer.
The Cauldron - The best Harry Potter-themed restaurant in London.
The Harwood Arms - One of the best Sunday Roasts, a British classic in town.
The Wands and Wizard Exploratorium - Afternoon tea is another British classic you have to try, and this one is extra magical.
House of Minalima - Full of Harry Potter memorabilia.
Need to Know
For more travel tips, check out Fora Advisor Gabrielle Brechner’s guide, London's Top 5 Things To Do with Elementary & Middle School Kids.
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