“Harry Potter” fans don’t have to think twice when they hear the term Diagon Alley. Young and old can shop for everything a magician’s heart desires in the fictional shopping street. From wands to books, brooms and magical creatures. Diagon Alley is the main shopping street in London for witches and wizards.
Those in the know know that Diagon Alley is not open to the public. You can only reach it through magical paths. Either via the floo network, by Apparating or via a magically opening portal in the back yard of the “Zum Leipzigen Kessel” pub. There is a brick wall there and only those who know the magical code can enter Diagon Alley through an ever-growing archway. How about following a magician for a day and exploring Diagon Alley? This shopping guide provides an overview of possible destinations.
If you want to get a somewhat realistic impression of the fictional Diagon Alley, you should take a look at the alley “The Shambles” in York, England. The city is located in the north of the country and is characterized not only by a city wall that surrounds almost the entire city and a well-known cathedral, but also by a small street that looks confusingly similar to Diagon Alley from “Harry Potter”. There are even parking spaces for brooms and shops for “Harry Potter” fans with various gadgets.
Diagon Alley is not only home to numerous magical creatures, but also many shops selling books, stationery, groceries, sporting goods, and all manner of wizarding supplies. Aspiring wizards and witches visit the winding alley for the first time and can stock up on school books and school supplies for their lessons at Hogwarts. There are also many other shopping opportunities in Diagon Alley (shops only known from the books):
Of course, the goods of Wizard Alley do not exist in reality. But what you can really buy are numerous gadgets for fans of the “Harry Potter” universe. You can find a selection here.
Quidditch is THE sport in the wizarding world. Hardly any other game is as fast-paced and magical as playing with broomsticks. It’s clear that when strolling through Diagon Alley, you need to stop by the “Quality for Quidditch” sports store. For example, you could buy a miniature Quidditch game here.
In the wizard bookstore Flourish
Harry’s loyal companion is his owl Hedwig. The snowy owl not only delivers his mail, but is also his ally. Fans could find their own owl in the Owl Department Store in Diagon Alley. Of course not a real one, but a cuddly Hedwig made of plush.
Of course, the wizard and witch of the world doesn’t always just wear a cloak or a hat. At Madam Malkin’s shop, fashion-conscious magicians can dress for various occasions. Clothing in the design of the various Hogwarts houses is certainly popular.
Without a magic wand, wizards and witches cannot practice their craft. Of course, fans must pay a visit to the traditional wand shop Ollivanders and choose their wand.
Enchanted tricks and joke items cannot be transported into reality. However, it would be conceivable to buy some magical snacks like the chocolate frog or the Bertie Botts beans.
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