A Real-Life Magic Shop: Edinburgh’s Beloved Harry Potter Store in the UK

By: Olivia

It’s recently the start of the new school year for Harry Potter’s characters, and many locals have visited Platform 9¾ to mark the occasion—proof that even years after the books and films ended, fans remain deeply immersed in the story. In the UKEdinburgh, a street has even seen the opening of a highly authentic magic shop, attracting many visitors and becoming a hot topic online.

Diagon House is located onEdinburgh’sVictoria Street, just a 5-minute walk from the café where author J.K. Rowling wrote the first novel. This very street also inspired the fictional Diagon Alley in her books—no wonder the atmosphere here feels so true to the original stories.

And it’s not just the appearance that’s true to the source—its products are also full of magic.

The briefcases wizards carry in the stories—wonder what kind of magical items are hidden inside?

There are also all kinds of magical drinks and spices—dare you give them a try?

The mysterious spellbooks and maps really show just how dedicated the fans are.

You can even receive an acceptance letter to a magic school, allowing you to be classmates with the main characters—how exciting would that be? For Harry Potter fans traveling in the UK, besides visiting the Harry Potter film studios, this exquisitely designed little shop is also a must-visit.

Diagon House
40 Victoria St, Edinburgh EH1 2JW

Source: BuzzFeed