St Pancras Station

Whether you're merely a muggle harbouring a belief in the wizarding world's existence or whether you remember He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, this Black cab tour will take you through several of the Harry Potter filming locations for the story of the boy who lived.

On your private driving tour inspired by the wizarding world, you will:

• Travel in the comfort of a private LondonTaxi;
• See all the film locations, used in all 8 movies, accompanied by a professional guide and Harry Potter fanatic!;
• Stop for a memorable photo opportunity at ‘Platform 9 ¾’;
• See where the external shots were used for the "Gringotts Wizarding Bank", Diagon Alley, and the Leaky Cauldron;
• Follow the route of the ‘Knight Bus’ across the River Thames and around those windy streets;
• Walk over the Brockdale Bridge, which collapsed in the opening scenes of the sixth film;
• Browse Borough Market, home of the ‘Third-Hand Bookshop';
• Finish your tour as a true insider of Harry Potter in London. 

It may not be September 1st, but unbeknownst to students, trains do depart from Platform 9¾ daily. Enjoy a quick photoshoot there before pushing through the barrier, so you don't miss the departure of the Hogwarts Express!

Prepare for your sorting ceremony and be sure you know which magical creature you want to bring with you to Hogwarts. Don't forget to visit Gringott's Wizarding Bank to pay for each of your treasures at the real entrance to Diagon Alley (muggles can't see it but pass by it daily at Leadenhall Market.)

Remember the loss of muggle life on Brockdale Bridge (known in the muggle world as 'Millennium Bridge') as you cross. But never fear, the Dark Lord is now defeated and there have been no death eater sightings for many years.

In just three hours, you'll traverse many of London's hidden passageways and filming locations for the iconic 8 films. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for Ernie Prang and Stan Shunpike navigating the Knight Bus throughout the city.

We promise even if you're not enough of a Potterhead to understand a single reference made in this tour, your guide is used to accompanying muggles and showing them the magic of the wizarding world, visible everywhere throughout London! 

DISCLAIMER: This tour is an unlicensed and unauthorised tour of sites featured in the film series 'Harry Potter' based on the eponymous novels by author J. K. Rowling, produced and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. Travel Curious Ltd. and this tour does not have any association with, or connection to, the film series 'Harry Potter', the author J. K. Rowling, and Warner Bros. Pictures.  

Explore the city of London like a lord or a lady and follow the footsteps of your favourite characters on this Downton Abbey Filming Locations half-day tour.

Even though Yorkshire and Highclere Castle are the main Downton Abbey filming sites for the earlier episodes, central London started to hog the limelight as the show clocked its later innings, and on this tour, you will flashback to the popular scenes set in the city’s iconic landmarks.

Play guessing games to jog your memory as you see: 

• Buckingham Palace, while not a regular setting, references are made throughout the series due to its importance as the residence of the British monarch;
• Lancaster House, a neo-classical mansion used for filming historical dramas due to its opulent interiors;
• Bridgewater House, a privately owned home symbol the exclusivity and wealth of its owner, reflecting the lifestyle of the elite during that era;
• Belgrave Square, an affluent area in London;
• Criterion Restaurant, the historic restaurant in Piccadilly Circus;
• The Ritz London Hotel, built in 1906, 
• Hyde Park and the Albert Memorial, one of London's largest parks served as a backdrop for strolls and social events;
• Astor House, 
• St. Pancras Station is used in many scenes boarding trains or meeting others in London;
• and these are just for starters. How many could you spot?

Be bowled over by a few secret filming locations, including Lord Grantham’s London stately home shared by your Professional Private Driver Guide who happens to be a Downton Abbey fanatic as well. Brace for non-stop peppy conversation, not crisp commentary.

DISCLAIMER: This tour is an unlicensed and unauthorised tour of sites featured in the television series ‘Downton Abbey’ produced by Carnival Film and Television and NBCUniversal International Limited. Travel Curious Ltd. and this tour does not have any association with, or connection to, the television series ‘Downton Abbey’, Carnival Film and Television or NBC Universal International Limited.

Enjoy a private transfer from or to St Pancras International Station, to or from your accommodation in Central London.

St. Pancras International is a major railway station located in the heart of London, known for its impressive Victorian Gothic architecture and a hub for high-speed Eurostar trains that connect London with Paris, Brussels, and other destinations in Europe.

Some of the most popular destinations that leave from St. Pancras International include:

• Paris - Eurostar trains run multiple times per day between St. Pancras and Paris Gare du Nord, with a journey time of around 2 hours and 15 minutes.
• Brussels - Eurostar trains also run multiple times per day between St. Pancras and Brussels Midi, with a journey time of around 2 hours.
• Amsterdam - Eurostar introduced a direct service from St. Pancras to Amsterdam Centraal in 2020, with a journey time of around 4 hours.