{"id":17464,"date":"2020-01-13T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-13T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=17464"},"modified":"2025-09-02T15:44:36","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T14:44:36","slug":"harry-potter-filming-locations-in-scotland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/harry-potter-filming-locations-in-scotland\/","title":{"rendered":"Harry Potter filming locations in Scotland you need to visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Scotland is one of the most magical places in the world so it’s no surprise that many real-life locations inspired J.K. Rowling. The author of the Harry Potter series found creativity in this part of Great Britain; it was only natural that producers used charming sites around the country to bring the mystical world of Harry Potter to life on screen. Consider this your Hogwarts letter inviting you to check out these notable J.K. Rowling sites and Harry Potter filming locations in Scotland that every Potterhead must visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. The Elephant House Cafe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Known as \u2018the birthplace of Harry Potter\u2019, the Elephant House Caf\u00e9 was one of J. K. Rowling\u2019s favourite places to get creative. She would sit in the cosy back room and write the story of the orphaned wizard named Harry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although much of The Chamber of Secrets<\/em> and The Prisoner of Azkaban<\/em> was written here, she actually wrote the first chapters of The Philosopher\u2019s Ston<\/em>e at Spoon Caf\u00e9 (then known as Nicholas Caf\u00e9).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can visit the Elephant House Caf\u00e9 in Edinburgh and enjoy a coffee while soaking up the surroundings of where it all began\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. The Balmoral Hotel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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An elegant building on Edinburgh\u2019s Princes Street, the Balmoral Hotel is an Edinburgh institution. It\u2019s also where J. K. Rowling escaped to write The Deathly Hallows<\/em>. She stayed at the hotel to avoid any distractions as she wrote the final book of the Harry Potter series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fans can even sleep in the same room she occupied, now called the J. K. Rowling Suite<\/a>. You\u2019ll find the signed marble Hermes bust and the brass owl door knocker. You can even sit at Rowling\u2019s writing desk, where all the magic flowed from her pen (or quill!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Victoria Street<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

J. K. Rowling lived in Edinburgh the entire time she wrote the Harry Potter series. It\u2019s easy to see why she sought inspiration from this city and the rest of Scotland. You can find the real Diagon Alley at Victoria Street, with a charming mix of colourful shops winding down the curved street. You\u2019ll even spot a Diagon Alley plaque in an alley just off Victoria Street called Candlemaker\u2019s Row.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For more Harry Potter inspiration, head to the grand George Heriot\u2019s School (a short walk from Victoria Street). You\u2019ll find ancient buildings that bear an uncanny resemblance to Hogwarts and a sense of magic that even Muggles can feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GET INSPIRED:<\/strong><\/em> Best of Scotland tour<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Greyfriars Kirkyard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You can see the real-life grave of Thomas Riddell Esquire and also the resting places of William McGonagall (Professor McGonagall) and Elizabeth Moodie (Mad-Eye Moody).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Jacobite Steam Train and Glenfinnan Viaduct, Lochaber<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve ever dreamed of boarding the Hogwarts Express, you can relive the magical on the real-life Jacobite Steam Train. It\u2019s one of the world\u2019s greatest railway journeys and will take you on a 135 km round trip from Ben Nevis, crossing the magnificent 21-arched Glenfinnan Viaduct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s also one of the most beloved Harry Potter filming locations in Scotland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The bridge is instantly recognisable from the iconic scene in The Chamber of Secrets<\/em> where Ron and Harry flew in the Weasley\u2019s magical Ford Anglia car. You\u2019ll get to watch the spectacular scenery roll by and imagine Harry dangling precariously from the flying car!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Rannoch Moor, Lochaber<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Rannoch Moor, or the Great Moor of Rannoch, is one of the largest wilderness areas in Scotland. It\u2019s also the location where the Death Eaters stop the train while en route to Hogwarts and conduct a raid to capture Harry Potter in The Deathly Hallows Part 1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can see this breathtaking wilderness on the Jacobite Steam Train journey. While you likely won\u2019t see any Death Eaters, you will get to enjoy the scenic views of the rugged mountains, lakes and rocky plains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Loch Shiel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This gorgeous loch near Glenfinnan features is one of the most prominent Harry Potter filming locations in Scotland. Loch Shiel is where Buckbeak dips a toe in the water in The Prisoner of Azkaban<\/em>. It can also be seen in the beautiful end shot of The Half-Blood Prince<\/em> when Harry and Hermione look out from the Astronomy Tower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The head of Loch Shiel is where the Hogwarts Express stops on the bridge and Harry encounters a Dementor for the first time in The Prisoner of Azkaban<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Loch Morar was also used as Hogwarts Lake in the films and can be seen in many of the aerial shots in the films from The <\/em>Prisoner of Azkaban<\/em> onward. This loch is said to be home to the mythical monster Morag and is the deepest body of freshwater in the British Isles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. Eilean na Moine and Loch Eilt, Lochaber<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Eilean na Moine is an enchanting island set in the freshwaters of Loch Eilt. This wee pocket of beauty served in some of the darkest Harry Potter scenes in Scotland. The island is Dumbledore\u2019s final resting place and where Voldemort stole the Elder wand in the foreboding final scene of The Deathly Hallows Part 1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The scenic Loch Arkaig was digitally added to Eilean na Moine and Loch Eilt, adding to the magnificence of Dumbledore\u2019s grave in the opening scene of The Deathly Hallows Part 2<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Loch Eilt is also the place where Harry, Ron and Hermione find Hagrid sadly skipping stones after learning that his beloved Buckbeak is condemned to death in The Prisoner of Azkaban<\/em>. The loch also features in some atmospheric shots of the ground at Hogwarts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Torren Lochan and Clachaig Gully, Glencoe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Glencoe is a stunning highland range and the location of many Harry Potter scenes in Scotland. It can be seen in the background of the iconic shot where Hermione punches Malfoy in The Prisoner of Azkaban<\/em> \u2013 one of the most satisfying scenes for Harry Potter fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It\u2019s also the setting for Hagrid\u2019s Hut. The film crew built a replica hut beside Torren Lochan in Clachaig Gully during The Prisoner of Azkaban<\/em>. Although you won\u2019t find the hut (or Hagrid) there anymore, you can still soak up the gorgeous scenery. You may also recognise Glencoe from scenes featuring the bridge leading to the entrance of Hogwarts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: A Muggle\u2019s Guide to Harry Potter\u2019s World<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GET INSPIRED: Scotland’s Highlands, Islands and Cities tour<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. Loch Etive, Argyll and Bute<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Loch Etive features in one of the most thrilling scenes in the Harry Potter series when Harry, Ron and Hermione break into Gringotts Bank and escape on a Ukrainian Ironbelly dragon in The Deathly Hallows Part 2<\/em>. After flying into the Scottish Highlands, the trio dive into the spectacular Loch Etive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Glen Etive was used multiple times for Harry Potter filming locations in Scotland. It’s also the site for the gang\u2019s camping trip in The Deathly Hallows Part 1<\/em>. It\u2019s where Hermione ties her scarf to a tree after the fight between Ron and Harry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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11. Steall Falls, Glen Nevis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The stunning Steall Falls is the second-highest waterfall in Britain and is also the location of several iconic Harry Potter scenes in Scotland. You\u2019ll recognise the waterfall and the scenery of Glen Nevis as the backdrop for many Quidditch matches. It\u2019s also seen in the background of Harry\u2019s perilous Triwizard Tournament battle against the Hungarian Horntail dragon in The Goblet of Fire<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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12. Black Rock Gorge, Ross and Cromarty<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When Harry battles the Hungarian Horntail in The Goblet of Fire<\/em>, he first hides in the 120-foot Black Rock Gorge before heading to Steall Falls. You can see the deep, narrow gorge on a hike through the region but be warned \u2013 the gorge is said to be haunted by a noblewoman named Lady Balconie. Although there have been no sightings of the ghost, locals claim to hear her cries from the gorge. Or maybe it\u2019s Moaning Myrtle?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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13. Scottish Owl Centre<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to study at Hogwarts, you\u2019ll likely need a loyal sidekick like Hedwig. While you\u2019re waiting on your Hogwarts letter, swing by the Scottish Owl Centre in Polkemmet Country Park. You\u2019ll get to meet Oulu, a 15-year-old Great Grey Owl who is the real sister of Errol, Ron\u2019s famous clumsy owl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Scottish Owl Centre is home to over 100 owls from 40 species, and you can watch the owl\u2019s handling sessions and incredible flying displays. You\u2019ll also learn about how the centre breeds owls to increase their vulnerable population and how to help their conservation efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Which castle was Harry Potter filmed in Scotland?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sorry, we hate to ruin the magic but Harry Potter did not film within Scottish castles. The series did film just across the border in Northumberland, England, at Alnwick Castle. You should certainly still explore Scotland’s castles: places like Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle are just as magical as the castles in the film.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Can you visit Hogwarts Castle in Scotland?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It’s been said that J.K. Rowling based Hogwarts Castle off of castles in England, though not in Scotland. Where was Harry Potter filmed for its Castle scenes? Alwnick Castle<\/a> was used as a backdrop during broomstick classes, Quidditch, and the Whomping Willow. Many universities and other centuries-old buildings were used to create the fictional Hogwarts Castle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Which viaduct in Scotland was used as a Harry Potter filming location?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Glenfinnan Viaduct in Scotland was used as a Harry Potter filming locations. You can ride the Jacobite stream train – aka the Hogwarts Express – by making your way to Scotland’s Fort William train station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you visited any of these magical Harry Potter filming locations in Scotland? Let us know in the comments below\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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