Harry Potter Studios London: Explore the Warner Bros. Studio Tour
Overview
Location
- Address
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Stop 1
Bulleid WayLondonSW1W 9SR - Telephone:
- +44 (0)34 5084 0900
- [email protected]
- Public transport:
- Watford Junction Station – regular shuttle buses operate between Watford Junction and the Studio Tour with a journey time of around 15 minutes.
About
Step onto real-life sets and uncover behind-the-scenes secrets from the Harry Potter film series at Harry Potter Studios London.
Learn how the films came to life as you admire original costumes and props and learn exactly how spellbinding special effects were created. Stroll through the Great Hall, wander down Diagon Alley and board the Hogwarts Express on Platform 9 ¾ to snap a photo with the iconic luggage trolley.
The Warner Bros. Studio Tour gives you a glimpse into the wizarding world that has captivated viewers across the globe.
Highlights of the Harry Potter Studio Tour
Walk in the footsteps of Harry and his friends as you explore interactive sets and see hundreds of props up close.
Embark on a journey through the marble towers of Gringotts Wizarding Bank, see where students were taught Herbology lessons with Professor Pomona Sprout, and experience the magic of other famous scenes and locations.
Spot your favourite objects from the films and discover how special and visual effects were used to create the Chamber of Secrets door, Harry's invisibility cloak, the flying Quidditch brooms and more. Located within the Warner Bros. Studios where all eight films were produced, the Studio Tour showcases the artistry that brought the Harry Potter series to the big screen.
Don’t forget to visit the Studio Tour shops and explore the exclusive merchandise on offer, including replica wands, collectible items and mouthwatering sweet treats.
What's included with your ticket?
Each ticket to the Harry Potter Studio Tour includes access to the two soundstages within Warner Bros. Studios, alongside props, costumes, animatronic creatures and authentic sets in the backlot. Entry to the gift shop and the onsite cafés and restaurants is also included, but all merchandise, food and drink must be purchased separately.
Book Harry Potter Studio Tour tickets with optional transport
You can buy tickets with return travel for the Warner Bros. Studio Tour using the booking button on this page. Ticket options include entry plus travel from London Victoria, Baker Street or King's Cross. Alternatively, if you have already purchased tickets for the Studio Tour, you can book return transport only from central London.
Want to arrive in style? You can also book a Harry Potter Studio Tour package which includes VIP electric transport.
Harry Potter Studio Tour opening times and duration
The Studio Tour opens at 8.30am and closes at 10pm. Last entry time depends on the time of year, but it is usually between 4pm and 6.30pm.
You are free to explore at your leisure, and there is no limit to the amount of time you can spend at the studios. However, most visits last between three and four hours.
How to get to the Harry Potter Studio Tour
The tour is located within Warner Bros. Studios in Leavesden, Watford; the full address is Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, Studio Tour Drive, Leavesden, WD25 7LR. A free shuttle bus service runs between Warner Bros. Studios and Watford Junction, the nearest train station. Direct trains arrive at Watford Junction from London Euston and Birmingham New Street.
Parking in the car park outside the studios is free of charge.
For more travel advice, check out our tips on to how to visit Warner Bros. Studio Tour London.
What's on at Warner Bros. Studios London
Enhance your studio tour visit with special seasonal events (included with standard entry):
- Dark Arts: See the Harry Potter Studio Tour transform in a Dark Arts takeover. Expect eerie lighting, Death Eater processions, floating pumpkins in the Great Hall and lurking Dementors in the Forbidden Forest. Volunteer for a duel, hunt for Dark Marks and explore spooky sets this autumn. 16 September – 8 November 2026
- Hogwarts in the Snow: See the Great Hall adorned with Christmas lights, watch frost glittering in the Forbidden Forest and don't forget to check out the Hogwarts castle model, which will be blanketed with snow. 14 November 2026 – 17 January 2027
Looking for more Harry Potter-themed adventures? Check out our guide to Harry Potter's London.
Harry Potter Studios London FAQs
Do I need to book Harry Potter Studios tickets in advance?
Tickets for the Harry Potter Studio Tour must be booked in advance. You can purchase tickets using the booking button on this page, with the option to include return transport. Many dates sell out weeks in advance, so don't forget to plan ahead.
How much time do you need at Harry Potter Studios London?
Most visitors usually spend around three and a half hours at the Harry Potter Studio Tour, but there is no limit to how much time you can spend once inside. Make sure to leave enough time to explore the interactive sets, see the props and costumes and sample food and drink from the cafes and restaurants on-site. Don't forget to visit the gift shop, too.Can I buy food and drink at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour?
Yes, you can buy food and drink at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Options include coffee shops such as Frog Café and Dragon Roasted Café, alongside casual dining spots such as the Backlot Café and the Food Hall. The Hogwarts Table provides a more formal experience, while the Butterbeer Bar offers different types of Butterbeer plus themed cakes and snacks.Is it worth going to Harry Potter Studios in London?
The Harry Potter Studio Tour is a must-visit for Harry Potter fans and anyone looking for family activities in London. The sets, props and costumes are sure to delight children and adults alike, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of Harry Potter, while the cafés, restaurants and gift shops provide everything you need for a thrilling day out.Where is Harry Potter Studios in London?
The Harry Potter Studio Tour is located in Leavesden, Watford; the full address is Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, Studio Tour Drive, Leavesden, WD25 7LR. The nearest train station is Watford Junction, which can be reached via trains from London Euston and Birmingham New Street. Regular shuttle buses operate from Watford Junction to the Studio Tour, taking around 15 minutes.Is the Harry Potter Studio Tour self-guided?
The Harry Potter Studio Tour is self-guided, allowing you to explore the sets, props and interactive exhibits at your own pace. There is no tour guide and no set duration, meaning that you can spend as much time in the Warner Bros. Studios as you like.What is included in the Warner Bros. Studio Tour?
Access to all soundstages, props and costumes is included in each ticket to the Studio Tour, allowing visitors to explore immersive exhibits detailing special effects, set design and graphics from the Harry Potter films. Entry to the gift shop is also included, but all merchandise, food and drink must be purchased separately.How much are Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter tickets?
Find the prices for Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter tickets and book with Visit London using the booking button on this page.
| Adult ticket | From £94.00 per ticket | |
|---|---|---|
| Child ticket | From £45.00 per ticket | |
| Family ticket | From £360.96 per ticket | |
| Infant ticket | Free |
Tickets must be booked online in advance. No tickets on the door. Tickets are timed and you must arrive in time for your tour. If you are travelling from central London, book with visitlondon.com and your transport from Victoria, Baker Street or King's Cross is included.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter opening times
The first tour starts at 9am and the last tour is between 4pm and 6.30pm (depending upon the time of year, school holidays and weekends).
Facilities & Accessibility
- Access Inside Building Facilities
- All routes suitable for limited mobility users
- All routes suitable for pushchairs or prams
- All routes suitable for wheelchair users
- Effective lighting throughout for visually impaired users
- Ramps with handrail within building
- Ramps within building
- Seating for limited mobility users along routes
- Wheelchair spaces available in auditorium
- Access into the Building
- Automatic doors
- Flat routes from parking area to entrance
- Full, non-assisted wheelchair access
- Accessible Communication Facilities
- Clear signage (colour contrast, large letters or pictograms)
- Films or information touch screens have visual/audible subtitles
- Hearing loop system
- Information available in audio format
- Sign language used
- Accessible Parking Facilities
- Blue badge parking available
- Designated disabled parking available within fifty metres of main entrance
- Drop-off point for guests available outside main entrance
- Public car park available within two hundred metres of main entrance
- Accessible Venue Facilities
- Access discounts available
- Assistance dogs welcome
- Emergency evacuation procedures for guests with disabilities
- Special dietary requirements catered for
- Staff available to assist
- Staff disability awareness trained
- Wheelchairs available free of charge
- Additional Accessible Facilities
- Accessible baby changing rooms
- Accessible changing rooms
- Level access, ramp or lift from entrance to reception
- Level access, ramp or lift to information point
- Level access, ramp or lift to ticket issuing point
- Low payment counters
- Low reception or information counters
- Portable chip and pin machines
- Signed British Sign Language (BSL) performances
- Attraction Facilities
- Audio commentary available
- Gift shop
- Patron toilets
- Booking Facilities
- Coach parties accepted
- Group bookings accepted
- Catering Facilities
- Cafe
- Event catering
- Food shop
- Nut-free option on menu
- Outdoor dining / Beer garden
- Restaurant
- Vegetarian options on menu
- Event Facilities
- Available for wedding receptions
- Breakout Rooms
- Conference rooms / Meeting rooms
- Event facilities
- In house AV available
- Trade vehicle access
- Venue allows outside catering
- General Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Luggage storage
- On site parking
- On-site coach parking
- Payment Facilities
- Group rates available
