Warner Bros. Studio Tour London: Guided Tour

Step into the wizarding world like never before with a fully guided tour of the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. 

This premium experience goes beyond the standard visit, offering expert-led insights, seamless transportation, and exclusive access to iconic sets, props, and magical secrets. 

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to magic, this guide has everything you need — from ticket info to helpful tips — for an unforgettable Harry Potter experience.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter gets more than 2 million visitors annually, so book your tickets in advance. The Standard Ticket is both cheaper and more popular but you explore the studios on your own. With the costlier Guided Tour Ticket a guide walks you through the sets while sharing stories.

Inclusions of the Guided tour ticket

Upgrade your Harry Potter experience with a guided tour ticket that offers expert-led exploration, seamless transport, and exclusive access not available with regular tickets. Here’s what you get:

• Enjoy a fully guided studio tour with an English-speaking expert who shares behind-the-scenes stories and filmmaking secrets.
  
• Be part of a small group (maximum eight people) for a more personal and engaging experience.
  
• Get skip-the-line, timed entry to the Studio, no waiting in long queues.
  
• Spend around 6 hours exploring the entire studio in depth.
  
• Travel stress-free with round-trip transport from the designated meeting point included.
  
• Learn more with live commentary, insider tips, and guidance through sets, props, and effects.
  
• Discover the best photo spots and hidden details you might otherwise miss.
  
• Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund

What to Expect on the Guided Tour?

• Join a dedicated English-speaking Studio Tour Guide who shares exclusive behind-the-scenes stories and filmmaking secrets you won’t get on a standard visit
  
• Travel with ease — meet your guide at London Euston Station and enjoy smooth, round-trip train travel plus timed entry to skip the main ticket line
  
• Start your adventure in the iconic Great Hall, then follow your guide through Dumbledore’s office, Gryffindor common room, Potions classroom, Hagrid’s hut, Umbridge’s office, and the Forbidden Forest
  
• Get an up-close look at Diagon Alley, Gringotts Bank, and learn how these intricate sets were built and filmed
  
• Step aboard the Hogwarts Express at Platform 9¾ and find out how those memorable train scenes were brought to life using practical and digital effects
  
• Enjoy a small group setting with no more than eight guests — perfect for clear photos, direct interaction, and plenty of time to ask questions
  
• After the 2.5-hour guided portion, continue exploring on your own, revisit favorite sets, grab a Butterbeer, shop for souvenirs, or relax before heading back to London at your own pace
  
• Book worry-free with flexible cancellation up to 48 hours in advance and an overall tour duration of around 6 hours

Ticket prices of the Guided tour

The Guided tour ticket prices may fluctuate depending on the season or special events happening at the Harry Potter Studio Tour London. So its advised to check it twice while booking the tickets. 

When booking, you’ll choose between two available departure times — 11.05 am and 12.05 pm. These times indicate when your tour begins from Central London, not the studio entry time.

Cost of the tour: £150 onwards

Benefits of choosing a Guided tour of Warner Bros. studio London

Visiting the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London is already magical, but choosing a guided tour adds an entirely new level of depth and convenience to your experience.

✨ Go behind the magic

With a professional guide by your side, you’ll uncover behind-the-scenes secrets, fun facts about the cast and crew, and insider details about how your favorite scenes came to life. From the craftsmanship of Diagon Alley to the engineering of the Hogwarts Express, guided commentary helps you see it all through a filmmaker’s lens.

🎟️ Skip the lines & skip the stress

All guided tours offer skip-the-line access and timed entries, so you’ll breeze past queues and get the most out of your visit. Some packages also include round-trip transportation from central London, saving you the hassle of planning trains or shuttles.

🎧 A more intimate, personalized experience

Guided tours usually operate in small groups, which means more interaction, unobstructed views, and the chance to ask your burning Potter questions. Headsets ensure you catch every detail, even in the busiest exhibits.

🧭 The best of both worlds

After the guided portion, you’ll typically have free time to explore on your own, so you can revisit favorite spots, grab a Butterbeer, or shop for souvenirs without any rush.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Guided Tour of Harry Potter Studio London

Here are answers to some of the most common questions visitors ask while planning their visit to the Harry Potter Studio in London with a guided tour: