Harry Potter Tour from London - Oxford & Lacock Abbey

The Harry Potter films were shot at a wide range of real-world locations across the UK. Iconic sites include Alnwick Castle (used for flying lessons), Gloucester Cathedral (Hogwarts corridors), Durham Cathedral, King’s Cross Station in London (Platform 9¾), and the Scottish Highlands for Hogwarts Express scenes.

Two of the most important and visually recognisable filming locations are Oxford and Lacock Abbey.

On our Harry Potter Tour from London, we take you to Christ Church College in Oxford, the inspiration for Hogwarts’ Great Hall, and Lacock Abbey, used for Snape’s classroom, Hogwarts corridors, and several magical scenes. It’s the perfect way to experience the real-life magic behind the movies in one day.

Oxford is home to several filming locations used in the Harry Potter films. The most iconic is Christ Church College, which inspired the Hogwarts Great Hall and served as the filming site for scenes like the grand staircase and parts of the dining hall. It’s one of the must-see stops on our Harry Potter tour from London.

Lacock Abbey was used extensively in the Harry Potter films. It appears as various Hogwarts interiors, including Snape’s Potions classroom, Professor Quirrell’s Defence Against the Dark Arts room, and the Hogwarts corridors seen throughout the series. It also features in flashback scenes, including parts of Harry’s childhood.

While the actual Hogwarts Great Hall was a film set, Christ Church College’s dining hall in Oxford inspired its design and is open to visitors. Touring this historic college lets fans walk through the spaces that influenced the look and feel of one of the most iconic locations in the Wizarding World.

Lacock village in Wiltshire was used as the location for James and Lily Potter’s house in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. It’s a highlight on our tour, where you can see the house where baby Harry survived Voldemort’s attack.

Lacock is a beautifully preserved English village with stone cottages and cobbled streets. Aside from Lacock Abbey, the village was used in multiple Harry Potter films. Fans can spot filming locations like Slughorn’s hideaway, Godric’s Hollow, and the house where Harry’s parents died.

Photography is allowed at most of the outdoor and some indoor filming locations, including Christ Church College and around Lacock Abbey. Be aware that photography rules may vary inside the Abbey, depending on the season or events.

Absolutely – this tour is perfect for fans of all ages, especially children (aged 7 and above) who love the Harry Potter series. The locations are safe, educational, and full of visual magic, making it a great family-friendly day out from London.

Lacock Abbey entry is not included in the tour price, so it’s recommended to purchase tickets in advance via the National Trust website (see your booking confirmation email) subject to availability. Your Driver-Guide will assist with timing and logistics on the day.

Some Harry Potter filming locations are accessible by public transport, but visiting several in a single day can be challenging. Sites like Christ Church College in Oxford and Lacock Abbey require multiple train and bus connections, and Lacock in particular is quite remote.

Our Harry Potter Tour from London takes the stress out of travel by providing a comfortable minibus journey with a local guide, allowing you to visit both Oxford and Lacock Abbey with ease. It’s the most convenient and enjoyable way to explore some of the real-life Harry Potter filming locations in one day.