Goodwin's Court, Covent Garden
A calm retreat from the busy and stressful Covent Garden is found in the charming Georgian passageway of Goodwin's Court in London. In the maze of commercial streets, it's a spot that is simple to overlook, but when you do, you'll feel as like you've entered another universe.
These Victorian bay windows do indeed transport you to Dickensian London, or perhaps they give you the impression that you are walking through the pages of a Harry Potter book.
Many Potterheads think that Goodwin's Court served as the model for Diagon Alley in the Wizarding World and served as its actual setting. But in reality, it resembles the enigmatic Knockturn Alley more! A dark backstreet teeming with Dark Wizards and illicit activities. You had to see this wonderful court because you are a great Harry Potter fan and a history nut. The history, significance, and things to do in Knockturn Alley are all explained in our Goodwin's Court Harry Potter guide!
The location of these row of nearly flawlessly maintained Georgian homes was first documented in 1690. It feels like you've traveled back in time as you enter this street from the chaos of Covent Garden, which is home to mimes, magicians, and visitors going shopping. It's easy to see why this is one of the top most photogenic streets in the UK.
Location: Covent Garden, London
