Book London Harry Potter Studio Tours

• Hop on a train from London and journey toward the world of Harry Potter™ at Warner Bros. Studio with an option to upgrade to a small group of max 8 people.
• Unleash your inner witch or wizard as you walk the storied cobblestones of Diagon Alley™, step onto Platform 9¾, and brave the Forbidden Forest™.
• Awe at the vibrant Quidditch costumes, look out for the dragons at Gringotts' Bank and hop aboard the iconic Hogwarts Express.
• Enhance your trip by opting for a personalized, small-group tour led by an expert English-speaking guide sharing behind-the-scenes facts.

Inclusions

• Entry to The Making of Harry Potter™ at Warner Bros. Studio
• Round-trip train transfers from London Euston
• Small group of 8 or less people (optional)
• English-speaking guide (optional)

• Tip: Don’t miss spotting the Sorting Hat and the Sword of Gryffindor at Dumbledore's office!
• Guests under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
• Most parts of this experience are wheelchair-accessible.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Potterheads, assemble! Visit Oxford with transfers from London, where scenes from the Goblet of Fire were shot, before heading on to the Warner Bros. Studio.
• See famous Harry Potter™ shooting sites at Oxford University, New College, and Bodleian Library, as well as the stunning premises and buildings with a guide.
• Marvel at Radcliffe Camera, the focal point of Oxford University, and Christopher Wren's Sheldonian Theater, the architect of St. Paul's Cathedral.
• From Oxford, head on to the magical world of Harry Potter™ at the Warner Bros. Studio, and see props, costumes, and sets from the iconic films.
• Spend a leisurely 4 hours exploring the details of the series and visit Dumbledore's Office, 4 Privet Drive, and the Gryffindor Common Room, among others.

Inclusions

• Full-day tour of Oxford and Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. Studio
• 1-hour guided tour of Oxford
• Entry tickets to the Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. Studio
• Round-trip coach transfers from London

• 7:30am : Departs Central London
• 9:30am : Arrives Oxford
• 12pm : Departs Oxford
• 1pm : Arrives Warner Bros. Studio Tour
• 5:15pm : Departs Warner Bros. Studio Tour
• 6:30pm : Arrives Central London

• Tip: Take some time and walk to the Oxford Botanic Garden to see different varieties of plants and flowers.
• Bring along comfortable shoes as there is a lot of walking in both attractions.
• Keep in mind hot food & beverages are not allowed on the coach. Pack wisely!
• The pickup and drop off are at the same location which is Gloucester Road Tube station.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 14 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Explore the Harry Potter™ sets with transfers from any Central London hotel. The tour ends by afternoon ensuring little wizards and witches get enough rest.
• This small-group experience of max 12 people lets you navigate the wonders of the studio tour with more time to explore what you prefer.
• Go behind the scenes at Platform 9 ¾™ or pull a potted Mandrake at Professor Sprout's greenhouse - don't forget your earmuffs!
• Celebrate 20 years of the Prisoner of Azkaban movie with a special exhibit, featuring the exclusive Divination classroom set, complete with the Grim teacup.

Inclusions

• Half-day tour of The Making of Harry Potter™ at Warner Bros. Studio
• Entry to The Making of Harry Potter™ at Warner Bros. Studio
• Round-trip hotel transfers from Central London

Exclusions

• Guided tour

• 9am: Depart from Central London
• 10am: Arrive at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter™
• 2pm: Depart Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter™
• 3pm: Arrive at Central London

• Tip: As you step inside, look for clues to Scabbers' whereabouts. Don't forget to grab your Studio Tour passport upon arrival to participate in this fun scavenger hunt.
• This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
• Guests under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
• The experience, including round-trip transfers from London, lasts approximately 7 hours. Inside the Studio, you will spend up to 4 hours.
• For bookings made within 48 hours of the experience, directly head to the central meeting point listed in the voucher.
• The Return to Azkaban special feature opens on May 1, 2024, and runs until September 4, 2024.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 14 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Journey into the magical universe of Harry Potter™ with a stroll through the real filming locations in London, before proceeding to the Warner Bros. Studio.
• Worry less, and explore more with round-trip transfers to the studio, an exclusive, small group, and an expert English-speaking guide leading the way.
• Stroll through the streets of London as your guide takes you to different filming locations of the movie, like Diagon Alley, and end your tour at Platform 9 ¾.
• Relive your childhood dreams of going to Hogwarts by exploring the real sets of the Grand Hall, Dumbledore's Office, and the Forbidden Forest.

Inclusions

• Full-day tour of Harry Potter™ Warner Bros Studio and Harry Potter™ filming locations in London
• Entry to Harry Potter™ Warner Bros Studio
• Walking tour of Harry Potter™ filming locations in London
• Expert English-speaking guide
• Small group
• Round-trip transfers to Harry Potter™ Warner Bros Studio from London

• Meet at Leicester Square
• Lambeth Bridge to Southwark
• Depart London
• Warner Bros Studio Tour Entry
• Depart Harry Potter™ Studios
• Drop-off in London

• Tip - You can rent scarves at Platform 9 3/4 for a complete Harry Potter experience.
• Filming with tripods and other specialist photographic equipment is not permitted.
• Keep in mind sharp metallic tools or objects, weapons, alcohol, drugs, CS, or pepper spray are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!
• Most parts of this experience are not wheelchair-accessible.
• Ear defenders are available at the studios for those affected by loud noises.
• Subtitles are available on media throughout.
• Guests under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
• The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after the tour.
• All guests must pass through security. Please note that for security reasons bag searches will take place at Warner Studios.
• Please note that some sites on this tour may occasionally close. Any last-minute closures or changes will be communicated at the start of the tour.
• Visitors are permitted to take photographs and capture video footage using handheld cameras and mobile devices throughout all areas of the Studio Tour (except the pre-show cinema and green screen areas).

• You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Experience the magic of Harry Potter™ after dark with this exclusive evening tour. Skip the crowds and get comfortable round-trip transfers from London.
• Get VIP treatment with a private reception at the Great Hall, where the Hogwarts students spend their time, and enjoy a welcome talk with a glass of champagne.
• Explore the movie sets at your own pace and take a broomstick flight on the green screen – there's no rushing the magic on this night.
• Wander down the cobbled streets of Diagon Alley and get on your swish-and-flick, practicing Wingardium Levi-o-sa at Ollivanders.

Inclusions

• 4-hour Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. self-guided tour
• Round-trip executive coach transfers from Central London
• Entry to The Making of Harry Potter™ at Warner Bros. Studio
• 1 glass of champagne or soft drink

Exclusions

• Guided tour

• 5:15pm: Depart from Central London
• 6:15pm: Arrive at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter™
• 10:15pm: Depart Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter™
• 11pm: Arrive at Central London

• Tip: Anything of the trolley? Indulge in some sweet treats at the Frog Cafe and strike a pose as a famous witch or wizard at the Chocolate Frog Card Mirrors.
• This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
• Guests under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
• The experience, including round-trip transfers from London, lasts approximately 6 hours. Inside the Studio, you will spend up to 4 hours.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

2023-10-03

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2021-10-14

2025-06-29

Palace Theatre

Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 5AY

Part 1: 2hr 40min; Part 2: 2hr 35min (each with 20min interval)

Suitable for 10+

Please note you will be contacted by the venue 48 hours before the performance with instructions on how to check in and retrieve your e-ticket

Highlights

Why Watch Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

• Witness theatrical magic in the spellbinding-original production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London’s West End.
• With multiple awards and accords under its belt, this play continues to bewitch the minds and ensnare the senses of the audiences with incredible performances every time.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Reviews >

About Show

In 2017, the London production of the play won nine Laurence Olivier Awards including Best New Play, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress in a Supporting Role, Best Actor in a Supporting Role, and numerous others, making it the most honoured West End play in Olivier Award history. J. K. Rowling penned the original story.

Jack Thorne wrote the script, and John Tiffany directed Harry Potter and the Cursed Child with Des Kennedy as the associate director. Steven Hoggett managed movement direction, Katrina Lindsay handled costume design and Christine Jones did the set designs. While Imogen Heap produced compositions and arrangements, Neil Austin oversaw lighting design, with Gareth Fry conducting the sound designs for the play. Jamie Harrison handled illusions and magic, with video design by Finn Ross and Ash Woodward.

Note: - The play is split into two parts. You will instantly reserve seats for both halves of the Harry Potter play when booking your tickets through the online seating plan. The Palace Theatre seating chart will show Parts 1 and 2.

The Story

Set 19 years after the Battle of Hogwarts in the Second Wizarding War, Harry Potter is the sequel of the beloved book series in the form of a play and continues the story right where the epilogue ends.

Being Harry Potter has never been easy, and it doesn't get any better now that he is a stressed-out Ministry of Magic employee, a husband, and the parent of three school-age kids. Albus, Harry's youngest son, must contend with the burden of a family heritage he never desired as his father Harry struggles with a past that won't remain where it belongs.

Show Details

• The play is split into two parts. You will instantly reserve seats for both halves of the Harry Potter play when booking your tickets through the online seating plan. The Palace Theatre seating chart will show Parts 1 and 2.
• The first part of the show is at 2 PM and the second part at 7 PM.
• The show makes use of small lights that flash intermittently.

Show Timings

• Wed, Fri, Sat at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
• Sun at 1:00 PM & 6:00 PM

Cast & Crew

• Leading Roles: Sam Crane as Harry Potter, Frances Grey as Ginny Potter, Thomas Grant as Albus Potter, Thomas Aldridge as Ron Weasley, Michelle Gayle as Hermione Granger, James Howard as Draco Malfoy and Adam Wadsworth as Scorpius Malfoy
• Original Story: J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany
• Playwright: Jack Thorne
  Note: Producers can not guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.

Age Suitability

• The play is recommended for individuals older than 10 years.
• A parent or legal guardian has to be present with any customers under the age of 15.
• Infants are not permitted in the auditorium.
• Please keep in mind that the theatre does not have an age classification organization. This means that all age recommendations are subjective. Please use your judgment while purchasing tickets for any show.

Tickets

Tickets Redemption

• Please note you will be contacted by the venue 48 hours before the performance with instructions on how to check in and retrieve your e-ticket.
• You’ll get an instant email confirmation right after you book your tickets.
• Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!

Cancellation & Refunds

• Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.

Palace Theatre

About Theatre

The Palace Theatre, formerly known as the Royal English Opera House, is a West End theatre close to the intersection of Shaftesbury Avenue and Charing Cross Road. The theatre seats 1400 people and was built under the direction of Gilbert and Sullivan opera producer Richard D'Oyly Carte in the late 1880s. Thomas Edward Collcutt designed it with the intention of serving as the base for the English grand opera. A magnificent performance of Arthur Sullivan's opera Ivanhoe marked the theatre's debut in January 1891.

Palace Theatre seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.

Seating Capacity: 1400

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Getting There

Address: 113 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 5AY, United Kingdom

Tube: The closest tube station is Leicester Square on the Northern and Picadilly lines.

Bus: Take busses 14, 19, 38, N19 or N38 to Cambridge Circus, stop D.

Facilities & Accessibility

Available Facilities: Restrooms, Cloakroom, Bar

Accessibility: Accessible Toilets, Wheelchair Accessible Seating, Assistance and Guide dog-sitting facilities

Additional Information

Security: Please be aware that for your comfort and security all audience members will be subject to security checks upon arrival at the Palace Theatre.

Dress Code: Smart and casual wear or semi-formals are recommended. Keep in mind, that most London theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.

Outside Food: Most theatres do not allow outside food inside the theatres but most of them also have a café or restaurant inside the premises or nearby.

Critic Review

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is an absolute hoot, a joyous, big-hearted, ludicrously incident-packed and magic-heavy romp that has to stand as one of the most unrelentingly entertaining things to hit the West End.

Andrzej Lukowski, The Timeout

Frequently Asked Questions About Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Tickets

Q- How much do tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child cost?

A- Tickets begin from £36 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.

Q- What age is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child appropriate for?

A- Harry Potter and the Cursed Child does not have a strict age limit. However, it is most suitable for children aged 10 and above.

Q- Where is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child playing in London?

A- Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is playing at Palace Theatre in London and opened on 14 Oct 2021.

Q- How long does Harry Potter and the Cursed Child run for?

A- The running time of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is 2hr 40min (inc. 20min interval) for Part One and 2hr 35min (inc. 20min interval) for Part Two.

Listicle Show Summary

19 years after we left off in the last book, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child introduces us to an older Harry. He is now an overworked Ministry of Magic employee, a husband to Ginny, and a father of 3 children. The play revolves around the present struggles of the older generation surviving the Battle of Hogwarts and the new generation of the wizarding world. Albus Potter, Harry and Ginny's son, starts schooling at Hogwarts and soon realizes the weight of being the son of the Chosen One. As past and present collide in unexpected ways, the show unravels. Harry and Albus both learn important lessons as the audience is taken on a magical adventure again.

Listicle Show Why Watch

Holding the record for the most awarded play in Olivier Award History, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has been a success among critics and audiences alike. Headlined by a stellar cast - Jamie Ballard as Harry Potter, Susie Trayling as Ginny, Michelle Gayle as Hermione Granger - and directed by Jack Thorne, the show is the perfect opportunity for fans to revisit their favorite magical world and introduce a new generation to the adventures in the Wizarding World.

Dive into the Wizarding World once again, this time through a stage play. Meet Harry, Ginny, Hermoine, Ron, and their kids 19 years after the Battle of Hogwarts. The play centers around Harry's struggles of being the Chosen One following him into a hectic Ministry of Magic job, and Albus' realization of the weight of being his son. As darkness lurks around the corner, father and son realize important lessons. Watch Harry Potter and the Cursed Child for a dose of nostalgia, adventure, and magical drama!

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• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• Explore the enchanting world of Harry Potter™ and confront your darkest nightmares at the chilling London Dungeon with this back-to-school flash combo offer.
• With transfers to Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. Studio, experience the thrill of exploring the Potions Classroom and brace yourself for an encounter with Aragog.
• Marvel at the intricate details of the Hogwarts castle model, and touch the legendary Invisibility Cloak, crafted from a special velvet fabric.
• Board the rickety Medieval Lift to begin your descent to the London Dungeon, and encounter The Witch of Edmonton at the Curse of the Witch.
• Scream your lungs out on the exhilarating Drop Dead ride, then brace yourself for a spine-tingling journey through the Pest House.

Inclusions

Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. Studio

• Tour of The Making of Harry Potter™ at Warner Bros. Studio
• Entry to The Making of Harry Potter™ at Warner Bros. Studio
• Round-trip transfers from Russell Square or Victoria Coach Station (as per option selected)

London Dungeon

• Entry to London Dungeon
• 90-min experience
• Access to 19 shows

Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. Studio

• Tip: Look out for the tiny details, like the name plates on the doors of the Hogwarts sleeping quarters.
• Most parts of this experience are wheelchair-accessible.
• An adult must accompany guests under the age of 18 years.

London Dungeons

• Tip: The Tavern at the end of the tour serves some delicious drinks.
• Keep in mind that sharp objects, large luggage pieces, cameras, video-recording equipment, and outside food & beverages are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!
• Please note that there is no cloakroom available at The London Dungeon.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing and footwear on this tour, as a fair amount of walking is involved.
• Safety is a priority, so the Drop Dead ride is restricted for guests under the height of 1.4m (4.59ft).
• Safety is a priority, so the Tyrant Boat ride is restricted for guests under the height of 1m (3.28ft).
• The recommended minimum age for a child is 12 years. Guests under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
• Note: The Dungeons reserve the right to alter, close, or remove details/exhibits/rides without prior notice for technical, operational, or other reasons. No refunds or price reductions can be given in these circumstances.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.