The 1:24 scale model of Hogwarts took 86 artists and crew members over 74,000 hours of construction to complete.
The Great Hall set was built with real stone and slate flooring, which remains permanent in the studio facility.
Over 5,000 pieces of furniture were sourced or manufactured specifically for the film sets.
The iconic Hogwarts Express train is an authentic GWR 4900 Class 5972 Olton Hall steam locomotive.
More than 2,500 individual light effects were installed in the Hogwarts model to simulate interior day and night conditions.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London is the permanent exhibition located at the original Leavesden film studios where all eight Harry Potter films were produced. Visitors walk through authentic sets including the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, and the Forbidden Forest. The tour displays thousands of original props, costumes, and animatronics used during the decade of film production. It features a 1:24 scale model of Hogwarts Castle used for exterior aerial shots. Guests can walk inside the interior sets of the Dursley’s house and the Weasley kitchen. The facility serves as both an immersive museum and a technical exploration of cinematic special effects. Visitors can experience the process of creature design, green screen technology, and makeup application. It is one of the most significant film production landmarks in the United Kingdom.
Platform 9 ¾ next to the Hogwarts Express locomotive.
Book tickets several months in advance as time slots sell out consistently.
Download the digital guide app beforehand to access exclusive behind-the-scenes video content during your walk-through.
Allow extra time to browse the studio shop, which stocks exclusive merchandise not available elsewhere.
Do not attempt to arrive without a pre-booked, time-stamped ticket, as on-site walk-ins are not accommodated.
Closed annually for a few days in mid-January for maintenance; check the official calendar for seasonal event closures.
No photography is allowed inside the cinema room at the start of the tour; standard casual dress with comfortable walking shoes is recommended.
