Oxford
See the real-life locations for Hogwart's in Oxford. Known as the 'city of dreaming spires', Oxford's exquisite architecture and dramatic skyline will leave you spellbound.
Christ Church College
Oxford University's striking Gothic structure, Christ Church College is the site of the magnificent Hogwart's dining hall, and also provided many of the school's famous moving staircases.
Divinity School
Should you have a run-in with an ill-tempered magical creature, Hogwart's hospital can be found in the Divinity School, which features as the school's infirmary in the newest Potter film. This is the oldest surviving medieval building built for university purposes.
Blenheim Palace
Near Oxford, Blenheim Palace (www.blenheimpalace.com/) is one of Britain's grandest private homes and birthplace of Winston Churchill. Tour the state apartments, parkland and lake. The grounds include mystical butterfly house, and a challenging maze like the one in the film.
Bodleian Library
The university's circular Bodleian Library (www.bodley.ox.ac.uk/) contains several antique manuscripts and mysterious works, including an ancient book of spells and witchcraft in Duke Humphrey's Library. Used by scholars from around the world, it’s another location used in the films.