On foot · UK WALKING TOURS
Ripper alleys, Edinburgh closes, Oxford quads and a great deal of rain. The 15 below are the walks worth paying for, with prices, durations and which run whatever the weather.
Join guides such as Eva, Louis, Murray, and Nic for a 2.5-hour Harry Potter walk from Southwark to Soho. Sort into a Hogwarts House, compete in quizzes, match film clips to London locations, and choose a Thames boat trip or Underground route.
“Was a really nice tour featuring actual filming locations and inspirational ones. Marvin made ist für and interaktive. Would recommend”
Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town with a live guide such as Kieran, Jenny, Robbie, or Nadine. Expect Rowling-related stories, a Hogwarts sorting, house points, a Harry Potter quiz, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Victoria Street, and Edinburgh history. No Harry Potter film locations are included.
“The tour was great Josh was so knowledgeable and fun it was such a great group”
Meet near St. Giles’ Cathedral, walk uphill to Edinburgh Castle, and spend 90 minutes hearing stories from guides such as Joe, Jen, Valeria, and Nick. The tour stays outdoors, then leaves you free to visit the Royal Palace, Great Hall, museums, prisons, and chapel on your own.
“Very good Very intresting too and learnt loads the tour guide was brilliant”
Meet your English-speaking guide on Edinburgh’s Lawnmarket, walk part of the Royal Mile, then descend beneath South Bridge into chilly stone vaults. Expect stories of poverty, crime, witchcraft, and reported hauntings, with guides such as Josh, Louisa, Kieran, and James bringing the hour to life.
“First it wasn't advised that the tour walking on uneven ground and very high steps which was difficult to get up. Also about feel enclosed in confirmed space if I was advised of this I would of not gone on the tour as some of my party couldn't do the tour. Lisa who was our guide was very informative and interesting. I was very disappointed not what I thought.”
Walk through Whitechapel with a Ripperologist guide such as Martin Cheng, Nic, Ivan, or Gabby. Hear the victims’ stories, examine evidence, visit Mitre Square and the Ten Bells Pub, and connect the 1888 murders with Victorian London and Sherlock Holmes.
“Our guide, Jack, was very informative & made the tour very interesting, including a few extra theories & humour. Couldn't have asked the for a better guide”
Walk Oxford with a current or former university student, visiting Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, Trinity College, and more. Guides such as Tom, Sam, Lucy, and Alex explain college life, admissions, traditions, and local history. Upgrade to include London transfers.
“Our guide, Tom, was superb! He did an amazing job explaining the rich history of Oxford. Tom made the tour fun as he was always cracking jokes. He is very knowledgeable about student life, and quickly answered questions as best he could. 5 stars”
Meet near St Giles’ Cathedral and walk to Edinburgh Castle with a guide such as Joe, Sonia, Raj, or Valeria. Expect 90 minutes of outdoor storytelling inside the castle walls, followed by free time to enter the Royal Palace, Great Hall, museums, prisons, and other buildings.
“Perfect way to start my first visit to Edinburgh! The tour offered a perfect mix of history, culture, wit and lunch recommendations at the end. Must do!”
Meet near Adam Smith’s statue on the Royal Mile for a 90-minute English walking tour to Edinburgh Castle. Guides such as Koffe, Steph, Greg, Graeme, Euan, and Ben bring Scottish stories to life, then leave you free to explore the castle buildings on your own.
“Energetic guide who loved history. Made for a great experience! I traveled alone but this tour company was extremely friendly”
Follow actor-guides such as Harry, Alex, or Con Weasley from Leadenhall Market to Borough Market, visiting Harry Potter filming sites, London landmarks, and book inspirations. Expect a brisk two-hour walk, quizzes, movie facts, and a small group of up to 20 people.
“Tour guide was great. Funny and Entertaining. Lots of tidbits and factoids about JK Rowling and other interesting non Harry Potter information.”
Explore Oxford’s colleges and city center with a student or alumni guide such as Sam, Saga, Jacob, or Will. Expect university traditions, student-life stories, Bodleian Library views, a Harry Potter film location, and visits to selected college grounds. The usual tour lasts about two hours.
“A wonderful tour, very informative, our guide was Saga and she was very sweet, patient and helpful. I didn’t know Magna Carta was on display in Oxford. A nice surprise, being taken to Magdalen College, where C.S.Lewis lived as a teacher and seeing the Addison’s Walk, where he and J.R.R.Tolkien used to walk and talk 🤗”
Meet at 6:30 pm on the Royal Mile for a two-hour walk through Edinburgh’s darker past. Guides such as Niamh, G, Brian, James, and Charlie lead you to North Bridge, Calton Hill, and a historic cemetery, with murder, witch trials, Burke and Hare, and ghost stories along the way.
“Enjoyed the tour and locations. Would have appreciated more sites and less unnecessary talking about things that were not important to tour locations.”
Follow an expert guide, including Jeremy, Angie, Philip, or Jackie, through Spitalfields, Brick Lane, and Mitre Square. Over two hours, you’ll examine murder sites, original images, police and press reports, Victorian life, and competing theories about the unsolved case.
“Such a great Tour, Philip was an amazing guide, very knowledgeable, and really helped bring lighthearted humor into an otherwise pretty dark story. Seeing how much has changed since the crimes occurred and what it all used to look like back then through photos was a really great addition to the Tour. Couldn't recommend more!”
Join guides such as Sam, Oliver, Rob, or Will for a three-hour Harry Potter walk from King’s Cross to London Bridge. You’ll visit filming spots, Potter shops, Westminster, Leicester Square, Borough Market, and more. Kids under 16 go free, but bring good shoes and money for two Tube rides.
“Sam was an excellent guide! Our tour was absolutely wonderful, very interesting and the time flew by so quickly. He happily answered all of our questions, was very helpful, and even shared extra information about the city. I highly recommend this tour!”
Walk 1.5 miles through central Belfast with guides such as James, Anne, Mylie, and Róisín, learning how The Troubles began, shaped daily life, and led toward peace. Headsets help you follow the story in a group of up to 25, with stops at key sites and public artworks.
“Very informative tour. It was two and a half hours walk around Belfast but the time just flew by and was over before we knew it. This was down to James our tour guide. He was full of interesting facts and details of the terrible troubles in Belfast. All six of our party enjoyed the day and we all learned so much. Brilliant tour and would highly recommend. Well done James.”
Spend two hours walking Edinburgh’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with guides such as Koffe, Max, Euan, Ben, or Graeme. Expect medieval stories, folklore, Scottish Enlightenment context, Harry Potter connections, and practical tips for pubs, cafés, and further sightseeing. Bring good shoes and clothing for rain.
“our guide Max was very interesting. i liked the tour very much . thank you. Marianne”
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