Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter + Hotel

An absolute dream come true for every Harry Potter fan! As a devoted Harry Potter fan, visiting the Warner Bros. Studio Tour near London was nothing short of magical—an experience that truly took my breath away. Walking through the actual film sets, like the enchanting Great Hall, Dumbledore’s office, and Diagon Alley, felt like stepping directly into the wizarding world I’ve loved for years. Every detail—from the flickering candles above the tables to the worn pages in the spell books—was meticulously crafted, and seeing these up close brought the magic of the films to life in an unbelievably tangible way. What amazed me most was learning how the filmmakers turned J.K. Rowling’s vivid imagination into reality. The behind-the-scenes exhibits revealed the incredible craftsmanship behind the special effects, props, and costumes—the tiny details that made Hogwarts and its characters so believable. Holding a real wand, seeing the moving staircases, or stepping onto the Hogwarts Express set was surreal and filled me with childlike wonder. The atmosphere of the studio itself is like a dream you never want to wake up from. I could have spent days exploring every nook and cranny, but even a full day felt too short to absorb everything. I highly recommend arriving early, so you can savor the moment, enjoy a frosty Butterbeer, and truly immerse yourself in the magical world. This visit was a heartfelt journey into a world of fantasy and creativity. I left inspired, enchanted, and already counting the days until I return. For anyone who loves Harry Potter, this is an unmissable experience—pure magic made real. - Buy the tickets 3 to 4 month in advance - Come with the train + bus - Try a butter beer and enjoy the magic - If it is your birthday tell at the entrance - you get a little surprise

Fabulous experience! Family friendly, and a Harry Potter fans dream! Kudos to the artists and everyone who set it up! The staff is beyond kind and amazing! I recommend to go early in the morning on a weekday. It’s less crowded. If high tea is your thing, I highly (pun intended) recommend the high tea! It’s a great value for the money. Get the licorice mint tea. It’s so fabulous I got a huge bag! Steve, the Manager, was super nice and we had a great chat. He really knows the products well and interacts nicely with the customers. I went there in February and loved it so much that I’m going back in August. And I’m traveling from Portugal. It’s that great! And if you do any shopping there, they will store your bags for you while you tour through the studio and you can pick them up at the end.

Wow... Just wow. Firstly to be honest I'm not really a harry potter fan but this tour was incredible. Really fascinating to see the sets, see how they created effects. How things looked and were used and refused. How creatures were made. How makeup was done. And everything in between. The system at the studios is really slick also .moving your through different areas with lots to see and do. The activity books were a great touch also with hidden things to find along the way. The food as decent and not especially expensive. The shop at the end was reasonably priced too and huge. But the highlight has to be the staff. They have so much knowledge of the sets and props. And are only too happy to share stories and tips. They were amazing. We will be back.

We regularly go to the Warner Bros Studio Tour Harry Potter the making, and will continue to go. Each visit we spent 10 to 12 hours there, as there is so much to see, read, watch, learn, do and that's before you even chat to the staff. The sets and props are absolutely incredible alone, but then different events are put on - currently The Goblet of Fire event. Which has to be one of our absolute favourites now, there has been so many changes and add ons. The performers who come out every 30 minutes were incredible and my daughter ran back nearly every performance just to watch them again and again. They interacted so much with her and made her feel really special. The staff who work at the tour, from security, cleaners, retail, food to the interactors help make it such a wonderful visit. The cleaners quietly and tirelessly work keep the tour spotless. The catering staff are non stop working, keeping the food line moving quickly. Shout out to Fatou who served us on both days we visited (3rd and 4th July) The security and retails staff welcome to with a smile on their face and ask you how your visits was when leaving. Everyone seems to genuinely enjoy what they are doing and that makes a big difference. The biggest shout out must go to the interactors who constantly have a smile on their face, a fact to tell you or a proper to show you, just to enhance your visit. So many staff stood out for me and I forgot to write down all their names, but I would like to shout out Keri S, Mason, Pedro (Peter), Charlee, Will, Ben, Sean, Eoin, Kacey, Kaitlin and Salsarah. There were more, but I can't remember their names. The staff meet so many people, but it's lovely when they recognise you and go out of their way to talk to you. The food is priced like any other popular attraction is. The prices abd menus are online, but you can take your own if you wish. The seating area has been massively extended, so loads of room. The gift shops are again prices you'd expect for a popular attraction. However their are different items to suit everyone's budget. To the Beauxbaton with blonde hair who made my daughter feel special over our 2 day visit (3rd and 4th July), thank you. 100% recommend this place, you wont regret it. We have already booked 3 more visits, and can't wait!!

I recently revisited the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London, and even though it was my second time (my first visit was five years ago), it still completely blew me away. This time, I brought my mom and dad along — and it was extra special because my mom and I are huge Harry Potter fans! First tip: book your tickets well in advance — at least 2 to 3 weeks ahead of time. You cannot buy tickets at the entrance, and they do sell out quickly. It’s definitely on the pricier side, but 100% worth every penny. Getting there is straightforward: we took a train from Euston Station to Watford Junction (they run every 15 minutes), and from there, a free shuttle bus takes you directly to the studios. One thing I really appreciated this time around was the Spanish audioguide we got for my parents, since they don’t speak English. It was fantastic — really well done, and made the whole experience much more immersive for them. The tour starts with a short, 15-minute guided intro, then you’re free to explore at your own pace. We stayed about 3 hours but honestly could have spent 6 easily. There’s so much to see — original sets, props, costumes, behind-the-scenes secrets, and tons of interactive features. There’s even a cafe halfway through the tour where you can grab a bite and recharge before diving back into the magic. Whether it’s your first time or a return visit, the studio tour is packed with detail and wonder. For any Harry Potter fan, it’s truly an unforgettable experience.