Harry Potter in London in 2 Days: a Studios Day and a City Day
Book a full day for the studios (up to 7 h 30 with the bus) and keep the other for the 2-hour guided walk. That leaves time for Leadenhall Market, the Millennium Bridge or King’s Cross, on foot.
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The Harry Potter studios
Two days, one visit each
You can swap the order depending on the date available for the studios.
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Harry Potter studios
Day 1Board the excursion bus at the stop shown on your voucher, or make your own way to the studios with a booked ticket. Allow up to 7 h 30: avoid any other timed booking in the evening.
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Guided walk in London
Day 2The walk in English lasts 2 h and starts at Trafalgar Square, next to the Fourth Plinth, at the time of the slot you chose. According to the listing, it ends at the National Gallery.
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Free stroll
Day 2, after the walkWith the time left, add Leadenhall Market, the Millennium Bridge or King’s Cross station on your own. Network Rail describes King’s Cross as the home of platform 9¾.
Leave some margin around Leavesden
Fix the studios day first. Put the walk on the other day and avoid a timed booking after the bus returns.
Your departure checklist
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Which date to fix first?
Start with the studios: the ticket is booked in advance, with a 30-minute entry window, and the Studio Tour sometimes closes for maintenance or set changes. Check the official calendar before you book flights and a hotel.
The walk then goes on the remaining day, depending on the slots available at Civitatis.
What if you arrive or leave that day?
Keep your arrival or departure day for the free stroll, which has no fixed time. Avoid putting the studios there: the bus’s return time depends on the time you choose.
Choose the coach with entry if you want to see the Studio Tour sets and book transport and ticket together.
Check availabilityFrequently asked questions
Which day should I book for the studios?
The day when a ticket is available and you have some margin for the journey. The ticket is booked in advance: there are no sales on site.
What should I do on the second day?
The 2-hour guided walk in English, then a free stroll: Leadenhall Market, the Millennium Bridge or King’s Cross, on foot.
Should I keep the evening free after the studios?
Yes: the bus excursion takes up to 7 h 30 return from London, and the return time depends on your slot.
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