Book your ticket to enter the enchanting realm of Harry Potter™ at Warner Bros Studio London. Explore iconic sets, ride Hagrid™'s motorbike, and stroll down Diagon Alley™. Uncover the magic behind the scenes as you immerse yourself in the wizardin...
Founded On
2012
Founded By
Warner Bros.
ADDRESS
Studio Tour Dr, Leavesden, Watford WD25 7LR, UK
RECOMMENDED DURATION
4 hours
Timings
09:30–22:00
VISITORS PER YEAR
2000000
TICKETS
From $124.91
EXPECTED WAIT TIME - STANDARD
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
Fact 1: Filming for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone commenced on September 29, 2000, with the Great Hall being among the first sets constructed. Initially designed to accommodate over 400 children.
Fact 2: Originating in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Dumbledore's office set, renowned for its grandeur, includes a vast library with books cleverly crafted from leather-bound telephone directories.
Fact 3: At the Studios, a colossal water tank, the largest in Europe, was constructed for filming the underwater scenes of the Triwizard Tournament. This impressive tank boasts a capacity of over two million liters of water.
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Warner Bros Studio Tour London brings the magic of filmmaking to life with real sets, props and behind-the-scenes secrets. From the Great Hall to Diagon Alley, it’s where Harry Potter fans can see how the Wizarding World was created, right where the films were actually made.
In 2010, with eight films complete and a mountain of props and sets in storage, the Harry Potter production crew decided not to let it all fade into memory. They spent years reconstructing key sets and preserving original costumes to open the Studio Tour in 2012.
The studio was expanded in 2015 with the original Hogwarts Express being rolled into the recreated version of Platform 9 3⁄4, and it hasn’t stopped evolving since. With new seasonal features and detailed behind-the-scenes sections, it’s a rare chance to see how the Harry Potter universe was actually built, scene by scene!
Most visitors spend around 3.5 to 4 hours, but if you're a detail lover or want to do the café, shop, and all the extras, give yourself at least 5 hours.
The tour has a set walking route that begins with a short introduction and the Great Hall, but after that, you can explore at your own pace.
While most sets are indoors, there’s a Backlot area outside featuring the Knight Bus, Privet Drive, the Hogwarts Bridge, and the café seating area.
The Studio Tour is where the actual films were shot, with real sets and props. The London locations are public areas used for exterior scenes, not part of this tour.
The model is not walk-through, but it’s incredibly detailed and viewable from multiple levels with lighting that changes to mimic day and night.
You can try riding a broomstick or appearing in the flying car using green screen effects. The experience takes a few minutes and you can purchase the footage after.
Some staff have worked on the films or have direct connections to the production, especially during special events or tours with guest speakers.
Not at all. Even non-fans enjoy seeing how blockbuster films are made, especially the design, special effects, and behind-the-scenes craftsmanship.
Most are original, carefully preserved or rebuilt using the same materials and techniques by the actual film crew and designers.
Look closely at the labels in the Potions classroom and Memory cabinet. Each has tiny hand-designed details, often referencing familiar character names.
