The Elephant House Café

　　If you're traveling to Edinburgh, Scotland, don't miss The Elephant House, a magical café — not only for its unique style, but also because it's the birthplace of "Harry Potter." J.K. Rowling wrote the first book of the Harry Potter series right here. Today, the Harry Potter series has been translated into more than 70 languages, with total sales exceeding 400 million copies in over 200 countries worldwide, making it the best-selling non-religious book of all time. Thanks to this, The Elephant House has gained immense fame, attracting a constant stream of visitors from around the globe.

　　The Elephant House is located on the famous Marshall Street and was established in 1995. It is one of the best cafés in Edinburgh. Open from 8 a.m. until 11 p.m., the café offers a range of drinks including coffee, tea, wine, and beer, as well as an assortment of pastries, breads, and other main dishes. Though the décor isn’t particularly luxurious, the café exudes a warm and cozy atmosphere. It’s said that the then struggling J.K. Rowling used to come here daily, ordering a cup of coffee and writing the first Harry Potter book in this quiet, comforting environment.

　　Elephants are the theme of this café. As you step inside, you’ll find elephant motifs everywhere: glass cabinets display elephant figurines in various materials and styles, chairs are shaped like elephants, elephant stickers adorn the windows, and even the coffee cups are printed with elephant images. In addition, the café houses a collection of over 600 elephant souvenirs of different sizes and designs. Visitors can enjoy their coffee while picking out a few mementos for family and friends back home.

　　The Elephant House Must-visit reason: One of the best cafés in Edinburgh Continent: Europe【Europe】 Country/Region: Britain[Britain] Province/State: Edinburgh [Edinburgh] City: Edinburgh [Edinburgh]