1 day ago - For Potter merchandise, a visit to Museum Context is a must. This quirky shop is spread over two stone vaults and replicates the authenticity of Ollivander’s Wand Shop. Located on Victoria Street, with an additional store on Cockburn Street, this spellbinding shop offers a whole variety of Harry ...

February 12, 2025 - You can stay in the very same room where the last chapters of the Harry Potter books were written but it will set you back a fair few muggle coins! Check the latest prices and availability of Balmoral here. ‘Let him sleep. For in dreams, we enter a world that is entirely our own’. Victoria Street is a popular street in Edinburgh and one of the most photographed places due to its unusual shape as it curves around. It is home to many independent shops, restaurants and touristic spots ideally located close to the Grassmarket area and Royal Mile.

March 20, 2025 - Museum Context sells a whole host of official Harry Potter items and even has a makeshift Chamber of Secrets on the top floor, where you can have your picture taken at a desk with an owl. Aha Ha Ha Jokes is based on Weasley’s Wizard Wheezes and sells the kind of jokes and tricks you might expect from two wizards, and The Boy Wizard has two locations in Edinburgh, selling Harry Potter merchandise and souvenirs.

December 28, 2024 - I've already mentioned The Balmoral Hotel suite for super-fans, but here are some more options for Harry Potter fans in Edinburgh that are a bit easier on the budget: Harry Potter apartment 1 – This apartment is located conveniently right at the corner of Victoria Street and Grassmarket, within easy walking distance to restaurants and the Royal Mile.

Fear not Potterheads, the ultimate guide to Harry Potter locations in Edinburgh is here. From The Elephant House to the Balmoral. Don your cloaks today.

July 8, 2024 - Greyfriars Kirkyard - Harry Potter Edinburgh Guide | 10 Must-Visit Spots for HP Fans · This Harry Potter location in Edinburgh inspired multiple aspects of the books and movies: the names of several characters and the graveyard of Godric’s Hollow.

Harry Potter Shop Chicago is now open on the Magnificent Mile! Explore exclusive merchandise, magical souvenirs, and an immersive Wizarding World experience.

November 6, 2020 - Starting Point: The Balmoral 1 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2EQ ... The Balmoral is a great place to start this self-guided Harry Potter walking tour.

June 10, 2025 - Broadway’s Spellbinding Sensation Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has arrived in Chicago on its first-ever North American Tour.

Secret Chicago tracks down the best things to do in the city, from quirky restaurants and hidden bars to the best exhibitions, shows and nightlife in Chicago.

The Elephant House claims that JK Rowling spent endless hours in the 1990s gazing out of the window and dreaming up her magical characters. With its beautiful views of Edinburgh Castle, the café has become known as the 'Birthplace of Harry Potter'.

October 24, 2025 - For those looking to bring a piece of the magic home, the Museum Context shop offers a wide array of Harry Potter-themed merchandise tucked into a charming and historic three-story building. Located on Victoria Street, this shop will truly transport you straight into the world of wizardry - offering everything from wands to house scarves. ... Back in 2008, J.K. Rowling received the "Edinburgh Award," and her handprints were forever preserved in the City Chambers’ courtyard.

February 18, 2025 - MinaLima Section: Home to Americas second House of MinaLima, the graphic design duo behind the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, this area features stunning visual storytelling that has captivated fans worldwide. Plus, visitors can check out a Chicago-exclusive print from the designers.

I loved finding items I hadn’t seen in stores in London or New York, including exclusive souvenirs with Chicago details. Definitely a great plus for collectors and fans at heart 🧙‍♂️✨ Butter beer was another highlight: I got to try versions I hadn’t found before, like slush and hot, delicious! The prices are very similar to the other official stores and the classic souvenirs of the four houses are maintained. Although it is the smallest of the stores I have visited, it manages to keep the essence and magic of the Harry Potter world intact.

May 22, 2024 - If you're a fellow Potter Head, Edinburgh, Scotland should be on the top of your travel list. You can see where she drew inspiration for names in the graveyard, see the boarding school which also had 4 houses, see the cafe and hotels where she wrote, and grab your own Wizarding World memorabilia at Harry Potter themed shops. Get my guides for all Harry Potter filming locations, tips and so much more!

March 18, 2025 - Edinburgh is the ideal place for Potterheads to dive into the magical world of Harry Potter. Visit inspirational locations, like Greyfriars Kirkyard & Dean Village, with this detailed travel guide.

February 25, 2025 - Following the spellbinding delights of Harry Potter New York, this thrilling new shopping experience promises to be a special hub for fans to find exclusive merchandise and take a break at the Butterbeer Bar once you’re finished. There will also be a ‘Chicago section’ of the physical version of the shop – to make it extra special for natives.

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