Step beyond the page on a private 2-hour Harry Potter-themed tour with Thunderdices. Wander Edinburgh’s historic streets and graveyard that inspired the iconic saga, guided in French for a tailored magical experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels as the tour involves moderate walking on city streets.
Wildlife
History
Edinburgh’s Old Town dates largely from the Middle Ages, offering a rare glimpse of medieval urban design that inspired Rowling’s Hogwarts backdrop.
Conservation
The city embraces sustainable tourism with efforts to preserve its historic sites and encourage walking tours that minimize environmental impact.
Thunderdices
Step beyond the page on a private 2-hour Harry Potter-themed tour with Thunderdices. Wander Edinburgh’s historic streets and graveyard that inspired the iconic saga, guided in French for a tailored magical experience.
Thunderdices is an Edinburgh-based tour operator offering private guided experiences across the city in English and French. The business specializes in walking tours, food tasting routes, thematic history walks, and hands-on workshops tailored for small private groups. Popular itineraries include guided walks through the Old Town and New Town, themed tours exploring the city’s literary connections such as sites linked to J.K. Rowling and Arthur Conan Doyle, food tours that feature traditional Scottish dishes and drinks, and a wand-making workshop hosted in a historic building.
Tours vary in length from one hour workshops to full-day private itineraries and include specific routes like Dean Village, Stockbridge and the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Port of Leith, and curated Old and New Town tours. Language options are listed per trip; many experiences are offered in both English and French or exclusively in one language, as specified. The food tour includes a full traditional meal and tastings of local specialties such as haggis and cullen skink; the Dean Village walk notes a complimentary hot drink on the route.
Thunderdices presents itself as a provider of private, small-group touring options in Edinburgh, focusing on local history, culinary traditions, and literary connections. Trip summaries outline precise meeting points, durations, and language availability. Guests should review each trip’s description for specific details like language, duration, inclusions, and meeting logistics before booking.
Availability and pricing are provided per listing; travelers can choose private dates and confirm language preference when booking to ensure the selected experience matches expectations accurately.
Tours Offered
17
Diverse walking & food tours
Duration Range
1–4 hours
Short walks to half-day tours
Languages
English & French
Private tours available in both languages
Private Focus
Mostly private
Most experiences are private
Choose a date, language and duration — book Dean Village walks, Harry Potter routes, food tastings, Sherlock Holmes tours, or the wand‑making workshop.
Wear sturdy footwear
Cobblestones and uneven pavements make comfortable, supportive shoes essential.
Bring rain gear
Edinburgh’s weather is famously changeable—prepare for showers even if skies look clear.
Reserve your tour early
Private tours fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons and weekends.
Young participants must be accompanied
Guests under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult for safety and supervision.
Comfortable walking shoes
To navigate cobblestone streets and uneven paths with ease.
Waterproof jacket
To stay dry when Edinburgh’s inevitable rain rolls in.
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Layered clothing
Allows quick adjustments as temperatures vary throughout the day.
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Small backpack
To carry essentials like water, snacks, and guide materials comfortably.