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Home of witchcraft & wizardry in Edinburgh. Take on the Dark Lord in our five star rated escape rooms, or create a bubbling potion in the Magic Potions Tavern.
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The Dark Lord has returned... Grab your Wand, gather your Order, and summon your courage to enter a magical world of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The Dark Lord has hidden The Prophecies, and you are the last hope for the magical world! Hurry, only you can venture into the Department of Mysteries and defeat He Who Must Not Be Named!

07/09/2026

✨ We're back! ✨

We took a short break during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, but our full range of magical experiences is now available again!

Take your pick from two five-star rated escape rooms, an enchanting cocktail experience in our tavern, or a delightful afternoon tea.

Whatever experience you choose, we can't wait to welcome you to the Department of Magic.

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04/06/2026

✨ Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2026 ✨

The Department of Magic has been included in Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Awards for 2026.

If you're looking for a memorable experience in Edinburgh, come see why fellow visitors ranked us in the top 10% of attractions throughout the world!

12/04/2026

✨ Looking for Magic in Edinburgh? ✨

If you want your next trip to to be truly enchanting, a visit to our Potions Tavern might be just what you need!

Delicious cocktails and an immersive, welcoming atmosphere are waiting for you underneath cobbled streets in the city centre.

So if you're interested in becoming a potions master, book your visit now. You'll find all the information you need at departmentofmagic.com.

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12/11/2025

✨ Have you got what it takes to escape? ✨

You'll need cunning, teamwork, and a little bit of magic to get out of our magical escape rooms before the time runs out! ⏰

If you're an aspiring witch or wizard in looking to test your mettle, wit and magical potential - reserve your slot at the Department of Magic now!

⚡️ Visit departmentofmagic.com to learn more + book!

07/11/2025

✨ 1500+ ★★★★★ reviews on TripAdvisor! ✨

Visiting Edinburgh? Don't miss your opportunity to step inside the Department of Magic! 🧙 You’ll feel as though you've apparated to a mystical, interactive world - and there, you can try our top-rated escape rooms and unforgettable cocktail-making experiences! 🤩

We can even supply custom robes for a truly immersive, other-worldly adventure! 🤩

👉 Book now at https://www.departmentofmagic.com/

19/09/2025

Seeking Edinburgh’s most other-worldly cocktails? Look no further!

Brew your own bubbly, billowing beverages from easy-to-follow spell scrolls at our Magical Potions Tavern 🍻

Our attentive team will serve up everything you need to master an array of delicious concoctions, giving you an enchanting, immersive, and unforgettable experience.

The perfect options in Edinburgh if you're seeking a tipple with a little added magic! ✨

👉 Book now at https://www.departmentofmagic.com/potions

16/09/2025

✨ A 5-star cocktail-making experience to enchant and mystify! ✨

Attention all potions masters in the making! Step inside our Magical Potions Tavern and you can create your own tasty tonics - with smoking potions, bubblers, shots, seasonal specials and alcohol-free options!

Indulge your inner sorcerer and immerse yourself in a world of magic! 🧙

👉 Book now at https://www.departmentofmagic.com/potions

12/09/2025

🗝 Can you escape in time? 🗝

Put your wizarding skills to the test as you race against the clock to solve a series of mystical riddles 🕰

Choose from our two magical, immersive escape rooms:
🟢 DARK LORD RESURRECTION - where you’ll join the forces of evil to free the Dark Lord, or 🔴 PROPHECIES QUEST - where you’ll work to defeat him for good!

👉 Book now at https://www.departmentofmagic.com/escaperooms

08/09/2025

🧪 Fancy testing your potion-making skills? 🧪

Try our Magical Potion & Smoking Magic Shot Experience! Adorn yourself in a wizard robe, follow the spells and brew up bubbling, smoking (and delicious!) magical concoctions for you and your friends 🧙

Plus, when you're here, you have the option to add even extra mystical libations like bubblers, butterbeers and more!

👉 Book now at https://www.departmentofmagic.com/potions

05/09/2025

⚡️ Hands up if you're ready for a spellbinding adventure!⚡️

Test your skills in our 5-star rated escape rooms, where you’ll work to solve puzzles that would challenge even the most accomplished wizard - and remember, you’re against the clock! 🕰

Choose from our two unique, interactive escape rooms:

🔴 PROPHECIES QUEST - The wizarding world is in terrible danger! Gather your friends - and your wits - and stand together to foil The Dark Lord's evil plans. There's still time, but it's running out!

🟢 DARK LORD RESURRECTION - The Dark Lord slumbers… he waits impatiently - longing to be restored to his former power to wreak havoc on the magical world! Will you answer his call?

👉 Book now at https://www.departmentofmagic.com/escaperooms

Address

9 Blair Street
Edinburgh
EH11QR

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 9pm
Tuesday	10am - 9pm
Wednesday	10am - 9pm
Thursday	10am - 9pm
Friday	10am - 9pm
Saturday	10am - 9pm
Sunday	10am - 9pm

Website

https://www.departmentofmagic.com/

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