The Harry Potter Trail in Brisbane

Calling all Harry Potter fans (and we know there are many of you out there)! Fuel your Hogwarts desire and follow this Harry Potter trail in Brisbane by visiting these fun and magical places where you can upgrade your costume, try a potion, climb the castle, read a book, or browse intricate Harry Potter Lego displays.

The Store of Requirement – Samford

Nestled in the heart of Samford is the one-stop Harry Potter-inspired shop, The Store of Requirement. Stocking Australia’s largest range of official Harry Potter merchandise, you can be sure to find all things HP here – whether it be a wand, clothing, collectibles, sweet treats, games or toys. The store also offers regular classes (potion making and wand decorating) and school holiday workshops. You can even celebrate your child’s next birthday party here! If you decide to do this, you can get a real letter from Hogwarts as an invitation. 

The Store of Requirement is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am – 4pm.

Location: 22 Station Street, Samford Village

Find out more about The Store of Requirement

Bray Farm Park (AKA Harry Potter Park) – Griffin

A whimsical public playground on Brisbane’s northside, Bray Farm Park will delight Brisbane Kids with its Harry Potter-esque themed play equipment. There is a quirky castle to climb, a rickety bridge to cross and a web of ropes to scale. Of course the more traditional equipment, like swings and a slide, are also part of the playground and there is plenty of space to run around and kick a ball too. While there is a shelter and picnic tables, there are NO toilets.

Location: Rivermint Street, Griffin

Read our parent review of Bray Farm Park

The Mad Hatter’s Bookshop – Manly

Situated within The Mad Hatter’s Bookshop is a cute little room dedicated to all things Harry Potter. Here you can browse the merchandise, sit among the floating candles to read a book, or play a game. Special events and story times are often held in the store, so be sure to check out their website for details.

The Mad Hatter’s Bookshop is open seven days a week.

Location: Shop 3, 7 Day Markets, 50 Cambridge Parade, Manly

Check out the Mad Hatter’s Bookshop website

The Brick Zone – Maleny

Lego lovers and Harry Potter fans will be thrilled with a visit to The Brick Zone in Maleny (just down the road from Maleny Dairies). This personal collection by a dedicated Lego fanatic houses every Harry Potter Lego set ever made, as well as a large range of Star Wars Lego sets. After you have marvelled at Diagon Alley, Hogwarts Castle and Hagrid’s Hut, head over to the free-build table and create your own Lego masterpiece.

Contact The Brick Zone for current opening hours before visiting.

Location: 89 McCarthy Road, Maleny

Find out more on The Brick Zone’s website

Other magical stops on the Harry Potter Trail in Brisbane

If you want to mix it up a bit but still keep with the magical theme, then perhaps check out some of the following places:

• Dorrington Park, Ashgrove – Enchanted Forest playground with musical toadstools.
• Magic Forest, Bradbury Park, Kedron – A magical forest complete with a Guardian throne and lots of hidden gems.
• Kumbartcho Sanctuary, Eatons Hill – A small fairy village where you can even post a letter to the fairies.
• Fairy Shed, Samford Valley Garden Centre, Samford – A cool fairy shed full of fairy trinkets.
• The Gollum Tree, Scarborough Beach – A mysterious door carved into one of the trees on the foreshore.
• Funderwood Hollow, Priestdale – A playground with a fairytale feel, featuring castle-themed towers high above the ground.
• Newstead House, Newstead – A wonderful Alice in Wonderland fairytale garden to explore, as well as mazes, mirrors and a fish pond brimming with colourful goldfish.

Still not had enough Harry Potter?! Take a look at our Magical Ideas for a Harry Potter Party or learn How to Make Easy Harry Potter Wands. 

If you’re feeling inspired to go on more magical adventures, why not check out the Brisbane Kids guide to Fairy Trails and Fairy Gardens Around Brisbane?