Top England Literary Tours

Enter the world of Harry Potter™ at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. With convenient transportation from the city to the studio, this self-guided Harry Potter tour introduces you to all the details that went into the making of the magical movies, including film sets, props, costumes, and special effects. Stand in the Great Hall, walk along Diagon Alley, see Dumbledore’s office and more. Select a departure time when booking.

Harry Potter fans, grab your wands and owls for the journey to Hogwarts and beyond on an official guided tour of Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. Take a train directly from Central London to the studio, where you’ll be greeted by a representative and taken on an immersive journey featuring original sets, props and costumes featured in all eight Harry Potter movies.

Immerse yourself in the magic and mystery of Harry Potter™ with a full-day, behind-the-scenes experience at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. Enjoy round-trip transportation by superior coach from London Victoria or Russell Square, and spend half a day exploring the spellbinding film sets independently. See the Gothic grandeur of the Ministry of Magic, walk Diagon Alley, snap photos at iconic locations such as Platform 9 ¾, and more.

Discover the Harry Potter movie locations of Oxford on this walking tour. Visit the famous Bodleian Library to see the hall used as Hogwarts’ Infirmary in many movies, and view other locations in one or two of Oxford’s oldest colleges. As you walk, enjoy a fun Harry Potter quiz, and learn about Oxford University and other famous children’s books written in the city. Entrance fees to the Bodleian and select colleges are included.

Visit three top attractions outside London on this day trip to Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Bath. Start at Windsor Castle (if option selected; the castle is closed Tuesday–Wednesday) for a tour of the State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel. Then continue to the mysterious, UNESCO-listed Stonehenge. Finally, arrive in Bath, known for its elegant Georgian architecture. Explore its UNESCO-listed highlights, and visit the Roman Baths (if option selected).

Discover two gems of southern England on this full-day coach trip to Stonehenge and Bath from London. Travel to Stonehenge, a prehistoric stone monument that rises imperiously from Salisbury Plain. Gaze at the gigantic stones, learn how the monument was used, and then continue to the UNESCO-listed city of Bath to discover this gorgeous 18th-century city independently. Choose to stroll the elegant Georgian streets and see top Bath attractions such as the Royal Crescent as you wish; or upgrade to visit the stunning Roman Baths or Jane Austen Visitor Centre.

Discover the grandeur of London aboard the open-top, double-decker bus on this hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. Choose between 24- or 48-hour ticket options, and design a personal itinerary with stops including Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, St. Paul’s Cathedral and more. Enjoy unobstructed views and onboard commentary as you view the city’s highlights. Then, if you've selected the option, hop off at Westminster Pier or Tower of London stop to enjoy a Thames River cruise.

Take a day out of your London city break to visit Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Warwick Castle, traveling to three of England’s most-popular locations. Begin with a tour of Warwick Castle (if option selected) before heading to Stratford-upon-Avon, William Shakespeare's birthplace. Then explore Oxford and its university buildings, and drive through the Cotswolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Get up close and personal with one of London’s most beautiful and historically significant landmarks when you book tickets to St. Paul’s Cathedral. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the 17th century, the landmark is renowned for it soaring dome, and has hosted royal weddings and Diamond Jubilee celebrations. You’ll explore the interior, can ascend to the Whispering Gallery, Stone Gallery, and Golden Gallery (the latter of which offers panoramic views over London), and even visit the crypt.

Avoid the hassle of renting a car to see rural England’s highlights with help from this full-day tour which includes round-trip transport from London. Travel by air-conditioned coach bus. You'll visit the highlights of Bath, will tour Windsor on foot, and can upgrade to include a visit to Stonehenge, with a break for a traditional English pub lunch.

Discover the sights and history of London from the water on this leisurely cruise down the Thames River. With your 24-hour pass, enjoy unobstructed views of the city’s main riverside attractions like the London Eye and the Houses of Parliament from within an all-weather vessel, and hop on or off at any stop along the way. Create your own London adventure.

Rather than grapple with London’s public transport after a long flight, take it easy with this cost-effective shared shuttle that drops you right to your door. Your driver greets you in the arrivals hall, then transfers you direct to your hotel, making no more than three stops along the way. Choose from Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Southend, and Stansted Airports.

See the best of London on this full-day tour. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, see top attractions like Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, and enjoy a guided tour of St. Paul's Cathedral. Watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, and visit the Tower of London. You'll also receive a ticket for a Thames River sightseeing cruise to use after your tour, and can upgrade to include an evening ticket for the London Eye.

Dare to discover the legend of London’s notorious Jack the Ripper on a tour like no other! Using state-of-the-art RIPPER-VISION™, innovative hand-held projectors help to recreate the atmosphere of Victorian London using spooky images, film clips and moving images. Follow your guide on a walking tour to explore the dimly lit backstreets of Whitechapel and hear the harrowing tales and conspiracy theories of London’s most notorious serial killer.

Upon arriving at London Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, or City Airport, avoid lugging around your baggage and waiting in line for a taxi. Book this private airport transfer—available 24 hours daily—and get to your destination in London Docklands or London City quickly and in comfort.

Journey to England’s south-eastern coast on this full-day small-group tour of Dover and Canterbury from London. Drive through the scenic Kent countryside to the historic port of Dover, overlooked by the dramatic White Cliffs of Dover and enjoy free time to explore attractions like the medieval Dover Castle, war tunnels, Royal Court of Henry II and more. After lunch, head to Canterbury to visit the UNESCO-listed Canterbury Cathedral, the seat of the Church of England, then use your free time to explore attractions like St. Martin’s Church, St. Augustine’s Abbey, or The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge.

Walk inside the UNESCO-listed Stonehenge, and visit Bath and medieval Lacock, on this day trip from London. Select a morning or afternoon tour for early or late access to the Stonehenge site, and walk inside the inner circle of stones—an experience only available to your group—without the daytime crowds. Then visit the Lacock Abbey and the Georgian spa city of Bath, including the Roman Baths (if option selected).

This family-friendly tour reveals London locations used to film scenes from the world-renowned Harry Potter movies. Exploring the city with a guide means that you’ll be party to insider info and movie trivia that you won’t find in the guide books, and you don't have to worry about getting lost among the central London crowds.

Enjoy a seamless way to experience the Warner Bros. Studio Tour on this full-day, round-trip excursion from Central London. Pick from a range of start times, board a climate-controlled bus, and head straight to the landmark; tickets are included in the cost, so you can head right in. You’ll have ample time to visit the Hogwarts Great Hall, Diagon Alley, and other enchanted sets and scenery from the Harry Potter films.

Lose yourself in England’s storybook villages as you tour the picturesque Cotswolds and the medieval town of Stratford-upon-Avon on this full-day tour from London. Walk in the footsteps of England’s most iconic playwright as you tour Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Anne Hathaway’s Cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon. Marvel at the traditional English villages, rolling hills and thatched-roof cottages of the Cotswolds, as you visit Bibury, Burford and Bourton-on-the-Water.

The Warner Bros studio might be the top ticket for Harry Potter lovers visiting London, but the city has so many magical movie locations for fans to explore. Join a group of fellow muggles for a walking tour and see the real-life locations that inspired sets such as Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and the Ministry of Magic.

Enter the magical world of Harry Potter, everyone’s favorite boy wizard, on this day trip to Oxford and the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London—The Making of Harry Potter. First, travel to Oxford and visit the Bodleian Library, Christ Church College, and other famous University of Oxford buildings. Then, wander around original sets, see costumes and props worn by Dumbledore, Hagrid, Harry, Ron, Hermione, and others, and uncover the on-screen wizardry used to bring J.K. Rowling’s best-selling books to the silver screen. Round-trip coach transportation from London is included.

Make your visit to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour seamless on a full-day tour that includes round-trip transportation from Central London. Skip the hassle of trying to find your own way there; instead, relax on the luxury coach during the journey from King's Cross Station. Your tickets to the experience are included in the tour cost, so you don't have to worry about any logistics.