Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter, which opened on March 31, 2012, is a unique and immersive experience located at Leavesden Studios, Hertfordshire, where all eight Harry Potter films were made. This permanent attraction offers visitors a walking tour through authentic sets, such as the majestic Great Hall, the mysterious Forbidden Forest, Platform 9¾ with the original Hogwarts Express, and the bustling Diagon Alley.
In addition to the sets, the exhibition features a vast collection of original costumes, detailed props, and animatronic creature models, revealing the incredible craftsmanship and artistic talent that brought the wizarding world to life. Visitors can discover the secrets of special and visual effects, from green screen technology to animatronic techniques. Welcoming up to 6,000 visitors a day, the tour has established itself as one of the world's most popular and highly-rated tourist attractions, offering an unprecedented insight into the filmmaking process of one of the most beloved sagas of all time.
The average self-guided tour lasts approximately three and a half hours.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter has announced its exciting 2025 schedule, promising a year of enchantment with the return of fan-favourite events like 'Magical Mischief' and 'Dark Arts', the introduction of a brand-new summer feature, and the ever-popular 'Hogwarts in the Snow' season.
From January 25th to April 28th, 2025, 'Magical Mischief' will offer visitors an inside look at filmmaking wizardry. Highlights include the O.W.L. exams in the Great Hall, complete with the swinging pendulum and paper-firing desks, plus the Weasley twins' pranks and the secrets behind Dobby's levitating cake.
The Studio Tour will introduce a brand-new summer feature running from May 7th to September 8th, 2025. While details are still under wraps, it's expected to be an exciting addition to the experience.
The popular 'Dark Arts' season will once again cast its spell over the Studio Tour from September 12th to November 9th, 2025. The Great Hall will be transformed with over 100 floating pumpkins and a Halloween feast display, while Death Eaters lurk.
The enchanting 'Hogwarts in the Snow' transformation will return for the festive season, from November 15th, 2025, to January 18th, 2026. Visitors can see the Great Hall decorated for the Yule Ball and the iconic Hogwarts castle model covered in filmmaking snow.
A planning application has been submitted for a new 'Blackbox' exhibit at the Studio Tour. This permanent structure would house an audio-visual attraction, similar to a cinema or theatre, designed to enhance the visitor experience and encourage repeat visits.
It has been confirmed that production for HBO's highly anticipated Harry Potter television series, which promises to be a faithful adaptation of the seven books, will begin in the summer of 2025. Filming will take place at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden in Hertfordshire, the original cinematic home of the saga.
After celebrating its 12th anniversary in 2024, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London now has tickets on sale for its exciting 2025 program, inviting both new visitors and returning fans.
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