Warner Bros Studios: The Making of Harry Potter

 

Uncover the magic behind the special effects and explore the behind-the-scenes secrets of the Harry Potter films with this spellbinding Warner Brother Studio tour of The Making of Harry Potter. Walk the original stone floor of the Hogwarts Great Hall, visit Dumbledore's office, wander down Diagon Alley, see the model of Hogwarts Castle and taste the legendary ButterbeerTM. This is the ultimate adventure for any fan of the young wizard.

All eight movies were produced at the Studios and you will be able to relive the magic through the eyes of the filmmakers who brought Harry Potter to life. See the Backlot, where the Knight Bus and Hagrid’s motorbike are. Take a lesson in the Potion’s Classroom, visit the Weasel family in The Burrow and ride a broom in front of the Green Screen.

In the Art Department, admire the detailed sketches that were used during pre-production and learn how pencil drawings were turned into beautiful paintings with a digital brush, while the Model Room will bowl you over. See the sensational scale model of Hogwarts Castle - the level of detail is breathtaking. Real plants are used for landscaping as well as miniature birds housed in the Owlery, and with more than 2,500 fibre optic lights that simulate lanterns and torches, you’ll be flabbergasted.

At the Studio Shop you’ll find reminders of the films everywhere; the cash desk display cabinet is inspired by the Gringott's Bank set and you can check out items such Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans and Chocolate Frogs as well as Hogwarts robes, school ties and much more.

Step Into the Forbidden Forest– New!

The Forbidden Forest may be strictly off-limits to Hogwarts students, but for the first time this March, visitors are invited to defy Professor Dumbledore’s orders and follow the footsteps of Harry, Ron and Hermione.

Home to an abundance of creatures, it offers shelter and protection to Hippogriffs and Acromantula among many others. See one of Rubeus Hagrid’s original costumes on display, lantern in hand, to welcome visitors through the Hogwarts Gates deep into the forest. Filled with 19 trees each with a diameter of over 12 feet, walk beneath the giant entwined roots and control the weather using the same techniques created by filmmakers.

Duration: 7 hours.Studio tour lasts about three hours and the whole tour with transfers about 7 hours.
Start/opening time: Tour available from 9am to 6pm.
Languages: English. Audioguides are available as an optional extra.