Victoria Street, Edinburgh, Scotland

If you are a fan of the Harry Potter movies, you will not miss Victoria Street – one of the hearts of Old Town, Edinburgh.

The buildings along the street with a mixture of different colors create the charming beauty and antiquity of the stones stacked on the walls, some of the buildings along the way date to the 17th century. It's no surprise that Victoria Street was the inspiration for J.K. Rowling’s magical famous Diagon Alley street in the Harry Potter novels. Diagon Alley is located at 40 Victoria Street and is a major attractive place that brings thousands of Harry Potter fans to visit every year. Victoria Street was built by architect Thomas Hamilton between 1829 and 1934, this is considered a masterpiece and is one of the most beautiful streets in Edinburgh. The street starts off the Grassmarket at West Bow and snakes up the hillside.

There are plenty of cafes, restaurants, bars, and pubs for you to have chances for taking a rest along the street. You can also visit the Aha Ha Ha amusement park, a lively play area located on Victoria Street, which is also a favorite spot in Edinburgh. Drop by the Old Town Bookshop, indulge in the aromas of artisan cheese shops, or the fashion heaven boutiques. From this road, you can also visit Edinburgh Castle, a symbol of Edinburgh and Scotland.