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From Edinburgh: ‘Hogwarts’ Alnwick Castle & Northumbria Day Trip

Two tourists smiling with Alnwick Castle in the background on a day tour from Edinburgh.
Lindisfarne Castle on rocky hill with stone wall, Northumberland coast, England.
Flodden Field Monument with surrounding countryside in Northumberland, England.
Private air-conditioned transfer vans parked by a waterfront.

Duration

9 hr 30 min

Open today

10:00am - 05:00pm

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Transfers included

Go on a full-day tour to Alnwick Castle, also known as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and enjoy comfortable bus transfers from Edinburgh.

    • Drive along the captivating Scottish-English border from Edinburgh, as you head to Alnwick Castle, a key filming location for movies like Harry Potter.

    • Explore Lindisfarne's tranquillity, then delve into Alnwick Castle's history with an English-speaking guide and multilingual audio guide.

    • On the way back, visit the town of Coldstream, and also get the chance to see Flodden Field, one of the best-preserved battlefields, if time permits.

    • With round-trip AC transfers from Edinburgh, enjoy your full-day tour stress-free.

    • Full-day tour of Alnwick Castle and Northumbria

    • Round-trip AC coach transfers from Edinburgh

    • Local English-speaking guide

    • Audio guide in Chinese, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, and Spanish

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • First Photo-Op at Bamburgh or Lindisfarne Castle

    Begin the adventure as you leave Edinburgh and embark on a journey southward to the border of Scotland and England aboard a minibus. Along the way, be mesmerized by the breathtaking views of East Lothian, featuring a blend of hills and dramatic coastlines. As you arrive in the stunning coastal town of Bamburgh, take a moment to stroll along the picturesque beach and marvel at the spectacular 5th-century Bamburgh Castle perched on a natural throne of volcanic dolerite. Or look forward to the serene setting of Holy Island's Lindisfarne, exploring the ruins of the Priory, where the iconic Lindisfarne Gospels were crafted.

    Visit Alnwick Castle or Hogwarts!

    In the afternoon, head to the main highlight of the show which is Alnwick Castle. Learn about the popular films and TV shows that have been filmed at this magnificent castle, and feel like a star yourself. Being a favourite spot for the world of cinema, from the famous Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey to the action-packed Transformers: The Last Knight, the castle holds many more mysteries than you'd think! Choose the ticket option with included castle entry to explore many of its rooms. After your time at Alnwick Castle, make your way back over the border into Scotland, passing significant battlefields and hearing stories of the turbulent past of the Scottish/English border to end the tour back in Edinburgh in the early evening.

  • Alnwick Castle

    Monday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Thursday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Friday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Saturday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Sunday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
  • Accessibility

    • The experience is restricted to guests aged 5 and above.

    • Collapsible wheelchairs are allowed if accompanied by an assistant for boarding and disembarking.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting Point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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