Warner Bros Studio Tour Introduces the Original Hogwarts Express
Meghan Young — March 21, 2015 — Pop Culture
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Warner Bros Studio Tour has recently expanded and it now included the original Hogwarts Express from the beloved Harry Potter series. The iconic train will live in a replica of the station platform, which comes complete with the Platform 9 ¾ sign. People won't have to jump through a brick wall to access it. Although that's half the charm.
Although the Hogwarts Express won't be leaving the station any time soon -- at least not until Warner Bros. creates a track to Hogwarts itself -- it does let people board. Once inside, fans will be treated to movie props, train seats and interactive windows. Found in London, England, the Hogwarts Express will make a visit to the studio even more worth it, even for those who are not die-hard fans.
Although the Hogwarts Express won't be leaving the station any time soon -- at least not until Warner Bros. creates a track to Hogwarts itself -- it does let people board. Once inside, fans will be treated to movie props, train seats and interactive windows. Found in London, England, the Hogwarts Express will make a visit to the studio even more worth it, even for those who are not die-hard fans.
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