Who can resist the tales of Harry Potter, the boy wizard? The dramas surrounding Hogwarts and Harry Potter have engrossed us in print and on film. Now it is your chance to discover the secrets behind that incredible world.
Less than half an hour from London is the Warner Bros Harry Potter Studio Tour where you can truly escape into his magical world for a few hours. This is the only place in the world where you can see the original sets and props made and used in the films.
Expect to stay here for some hours, possibly all day at the Harry Potter Studio Tour because there is so much to see. It is guaranteed to delight and entertain everyone, young and old, whether Harry Potter fans or not. This is where you can discover not just the Harry Potter phenomenon but also explore the world of film making with its extensive behind the scenes activities dealing with props, green screen, film work, costumes and much more.
The hardest part of any visit to the Studio Tour is knowing just where to start looking – there is just so much to see. Among the highlights are the Great Hall, Dumbledore’s Study, the Gryffindor common room, Snape’s classroom and Mrs Weasley’s kitchen complete with enchanted knitting needles constantly clicking away on their own.
Elsewhere on the site is the great red steam locomotive which took Harry & his friends to Hogwarts. It now stands permanently at Platform 9 and three quarters, with steam billowing around you as you step in. Diagon Alley is always great fun to explore with its hints of gold leading to the goblin bank, Weasley’s Joke Shop and Ollivander’s Wands. You can even peep inside the Knight Bus and No 4 Privet Drive, complete with its cupboard under the stairs where Harry slept for so many years. New this year is the Forbidden Forest complete with a giant Spider and his spiderlings.
Masses upon masses of props can be seen throughout the site, including the heads of 200 mythical creatures, goblin and house elf armour, wands and swords. Every item is intricately detailed. One of the most stunning examples of the props used in the film is the amazing door designed to give access to the basilisk.
Visitors traveling to London often seek affordable Aparthotels London as there is always something slightly different to see at the studio tour as it takes on a new appearance at different times of the year for example at Christmas it is framed in snow, taking on an even more magical appearance.
The only thing you must bear in mind is that every ticket has to be pre-booked. If you are planning on going to the Studio Tour, you must book a stay at Presidential Apartments Kensington well in advance. Not surprisingly, it is very popular, and at busy times of the year such as during school holidays it can get fully booked very quickly. Having booked, be on time – if you miss your time slot, you may miss your visit!
So, If you are coming to London, why not extend your stay to a few days. There are 4 star Aparthotels in Kensington to choose from, which offer a luxury base for your trip.
