Alnwick Castle, Northumberland
Alnwick Castle was used for Hogwarts exteriors in the first two films. Its outer bailey is where Harry’s first flying lesson was filmed, and families can join broomstick training there today. alnwickcastle.com
Glenfinnan Viaduct and the Jacobite, Scotland
The curving Glenfinnan Viaduct appears in several films. The Jacobite steam train runs between Fort William and Mallaig on a seasonal timetable and sells out early. Watching it cross from the viewpoints near the Glenfinnan visitor centre is free. Read more in our steam train days out guide.
King’s Cross, London
A luggage trolley vanishes into the wall at Platform 9¾, next to a themed shop. Photos with your own camera are free. Go early to beat the queue.
Gloucester Cathedral
Gloucester Cathedral’s cloisters were used for Hogwarts corridors in several films. It’s a working cathedral, so check visiting times and any charges before you go.
Then the real sets
Finish with the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, where you can walk through the actual sets. See all our Harry Potter days out.
Last updated: 14 October 2026
