Harry Potter in London with Kids: Studio Tour, New Shop and Filming Locations (2026)
Plan a Harry Potter trip to London with kids: Studio Tour tickets and tips, the new Oxford Street shop, Platform 9¾ and free filming locations.
Family travel guides by destination, across Europe, Asia, Morocco, Dubai and the USA, based on trips we have taken with our kids.
Pick a region to start. Europe covers France, Spain, Albania, Italy and our home in the UK. Asia covers Bali, India, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia. Further afield, we have guides to Morocco, Dubai and the USA. If you would rather plan by type of trip, see our itineraries or where to stay.
Plan a Harry Potter trip to London with kids: Studio Tour tickets and tips, the new Oxford Street shop, Platform 9¾ and free filming locations.
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