Take a self-guided tour of the studios where the Harry Potter films came to life.
Take a self-guided tour of the studios where the blockbuster Harry Potter films were brought to life. The tour currently includes a 25-feet section of the Slytherin Common Room for close inspection as well as old favourites such as Dumbledore's office and Harry's cupboard under the stairs.
Embark on a three-hour tour of the studios where the blockbuster films were brought to life. Now featuring a new installation of The Forbidden Forest, as well as old favourites such as Dumbledore's office and Harry's cupboard under the stairs. Guests also have the opportunity to find out how animatronics brought JK Rowling's magical creatures to life, and even sample a delicious mug of Butterbeer!
The Harry Potter film series made Leavesden its home for more than ten years. As the books were still being released while the films were being made, the production crew saved many of the iconic sets, props and costumes that were created especially for the films - just in case they were ever needed later on in the series. Once filming wrapped on Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 in 2010, the production crew were left with a treasure trove of thousands of intricate and beautifully-made artefacts, many of which wouldn't have been saved on a typical production. The team behind Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter wanted to preserve and showcase these iconic props, costumes and sets so that Harry Potter fans could experience the magic of filmmaking first-hand. Many of the original cast and crew returned to reassemble the sets and record their memories from filming, and on 31st March 2012, the Studio Tour opened its doors. Set adjacent to the working film studios where all eight Harry Potter films were made, the Studio Tour offers visitors the unique opportunity to explore two soundstages and a backlot filled with original sets, animatronic creatures and breathtaking special effects.
