George Heriot's School

"With its four towers and breathtaking gothic architecture, George Hariot’s School is thought to have inspired the look of Hogwarts. J.K. Rowling has, of course, never confirmed this. But when you see the school, you can understand why many think it helped the author conjure up the idea of the famous magical school. Additionally, the school has a system of four houses with annual competitions between them. Easily viewable from Greyfriar’s Kirkyard, these two stops can be combined. As a working school, it’s rarely open to the public. Additionally, you cannot take photos of George Hariot’s School while classes are in session, to protect the privacy of the students there. If you want to snap a photo, make sure to go early in the day or during summer holidays."