A Muggle’s Guide to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Tips, Tricks, & Recommendations

July 30, 2024 | 11:32 PM

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Experience the Wizarding World

Insider tips, hidden gems, and more recs!

Welcome to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

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Calling all witches and wizards

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Two immersive lands

With Diagon Alley, located within Universal Studios, and Hogsmeade, located within Islands of Adventure, there are plenty of things to do and explore!

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Diagon Alley

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Hogsmeade

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Tickets

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All aboard the Hogwarts Express

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Butterbeer

It isn't a trip to the Wizarding World without some butterbeer. There are several ways to enjoy this delicious, magical treat, so make sure you try them all!

Classic Butterbeer

Classic Butterbeer

The easiest place to grab this type is at any Butterbeer cart, or The Hopping Pot.

Butterbeer Soft-Serve

Butterbeer Soft-Serve

Grab this treat at Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Parlour!

Frozen Butterbeer

Frozen Butterbeer

You can find this type at any quick-service spot, or any Butterbeer cart!

Hot Butterbeer

Hot Butterbeer

Find it at The Leaky Cauldron, The Hopping Pot, The Three Broomsticks, or Hog's Head.

Butterbeer Fudge

Butterbeer Fudge

Find it at Honeydukes in Hogsmeade or Sugarplum's Sweet Shop in Diagon Alley.

Butterbeer Potted Cream

Butterbeer Potted Cream

Try this version at The Leaky Cauldron or The Three Broomsticks!

Thrilling attractions

Fly through Hogwarts, brave the forbidden forest, or ride around the vaults of Gringotts!

Our favorite tips and tricks

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Stop at The Knight Bus

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Spot a familiar face

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Make a phone call

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Stroll through Knockturn Alley

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Grab wizarding currency

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Listen for a familiar voice

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Send mail

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Order a drink

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Shopping in the Wizarding World

Find your robes, Quidditch gear, and maybe even a mysterious creature!

Wands at the ready

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Cast spells with an interactive wand

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Food and drink in the Wizarding World

From butterbeer to fish and chips, you'll find all the best magical bites here!

Hog's Head Pub

Hog's Head Pub

Hogsmeade

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Leaky Cauldron

Leaky Cauldron

Diagon Alley

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Three Broomsticks

Three Broomsticks

Hogsmeade

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The Fountain of Fair Fortune

The Fountain of Fair Fortune

Diagon Alley

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Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream

Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream

Diagon Alley

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The Hopping Pot

The Hopping Pot

Diagon Alley

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Enchanting entertainment

Don't miss these incredible shows in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter!

Get your wands ready, Orlando

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Curated by

Lauren Trupo's profile pictureLauren Trupo

📍WV native; ORL local with a love of coffee shops, theme parks, happy hours, vintage markets, and live shows✨

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