On the trail of Harry Potter | London
On the trail of Harry Potter | London
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If you are a fan of the Harry Potter saga, I imagine you have always wanted to embark on a journey to discover the most beautiful locations! I have created for you a complete itinerary dedicated to Harry Potter and the unmissable stops in the city of London. Let's go!! 🧙🏽🔮
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King’s Cross
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The famous Hogwarts Express departs from platform 93⁄4 at King's Cross station. You won't see the actual train here, but as you head towards the entrance to platforms 9, 10 and 11 you will see a trolley disappearing through the wall and the "platform 93⁄4" sign.
This is the perfect place to take fun photos! You'll also find a Harry Potter-themed shop where you can purchase magical purchases such as sweaters, wands and other themed items.
👣How to get there: reachable on foot from British Museum (1km, 20min). Metro stop: Russell Square, Line Piccadilly.
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St Pancras International
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A five minute walk from King's Cross station you will find St.Pancras International station where you will immediately notice the neo-Gothic facade of the Renaissance Hotel, where the magical Ford Anglia of Weasley's parents in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets takes off.
👣How to get there: reachable on foot from British Museum (1km, 20min). Metro stop: Russell Square, Line Piccadilly.
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Piccadilly Circus
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One of the most memorable scenes from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows was filmed in Piccadilly Circus where Harry, Hermione and Ron try to blend into the crowd after Bill and Fleur's wedding was ruined by Death Eaters.
👣How to get there: reachable on foot from National Gallery (300m, 7min). Metro stop: Piccadilly Circus, Lines Piccadilly and Bakerloo.
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Harry Potter Statue
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Walking through Piccadilly Circus you can find the statue dedicated to Harry Potter!
👣How to get there: reachable on foot from National Gallery (100m, 3min). Metro stop: Piccadilly Circus, Lines Piccadilly and Bakerloo.
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Reptile House
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At the London Zoo's reptile house, Harry discovers he can speak the language of snakes in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
👣How to get there: reachable on foot from Camden Town (800m, 17min). Metro stop: Great Portland Street, line Circle.
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Leadenhall Market
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One of the most famous Harry Potter locations is Leadenhall Market, a typical Victorian-style covered market, used as a location in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. The entrance to the Leaky Cauldron, the real-life wizards-only pub, is located in an optical shop at 42 Bull's Head Passage.
👣How to get there: reachable on foot from Tower of London(500m, 13min). Metro stop: Bank Station, lines Central,Waterloo and City Line.
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Australia House
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The scenes at Gringotts, the wizarding bank in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone were filmed inside Australia House in central London.
👣How to get there: reachable on foot from British Museum (700m, 15min). Metro stop: Temple, Lines District and Circle.
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Claremont Square
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Here is the home of Sirius Black's parents, headquarters of the Order of the Phoenix, at 12 Grimmauld Place. This house really exists and is one of the terraced houses of Claremont Square.
👣How to get there: reachable on foot from King’s Cross Station (700m, 15min). Metro stop: Angel, Line Northern.
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
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As you may already know most of the Harry Potter scenes were filmed at Warner Bros Studio 19 miles north of London. It's a true paradise for Harry Potter fans. The visit takes about half a day, the stage materials are kept inside the studios to recreate the original settings.
👣How to get there: take the Overground metro line and get off at the Watford Junction stop and from there take the shuttle which will take you to your destination in less than 15 minutes. The shuttles leave every 20 minutes from 9.20am.
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If you are planning a trip to London, but don't know where to start, this guide is for you!I
nside you will find everything you need such as advice on when to go, where to stay, how to get around the city, what to see, unusual and secret places, where to eat, drink and have fun, activities not to be missed, excursions around London and three itineraries of 1,2,6 days.
London, the capital of England, is one of the most famous and fascinating cities in the world. Visiting London is much more than a trip, it is a real cultural and life experience.
London is a perfect mix between past and modernity and at the same time it is history, culture, tradition and innovation.
It is the city of double-decker buses, taxis, red telephone booths and the clock tower, its timeless symbols that make it one of the most beautiful cities in the world, to be seen at least once in a lifetime.
If you are planning a trip to London, but don't know where to start, this guide is for you!
Inside you will find:
🗓️Best Time to visit
🚊Transportations
🏨 Where to stay
🏛️What to visit
☕️cafés
🍽️restaurants
🍹cocktail bar and nightlife
🎭activities
✨unusual places
📌1,3 and 6 day itineraries
🎒excursions around London
And lots of other information and advice that will help you better plan your stay...
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