30 Magical Secrets From Universal's Harry Potter Diagon Alley

Uncover the magic of Diagon Alley.

by Jen Gallie

If you're a Potterhead, a trip to Universal Studios Resort is not complete without a visit to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley. From the magical atmosphere to the breathtakingly realised details, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter has become the premiere attraction of the Orlando park and with Hogsmeade about to open in California, it should be the first stop on your Universal Studios to-do list. Universal and author J.K Rowling have gone to painstaking lengths to make sure every muggle can enter the wizarding street of Diagon Alley with as much wonder and imagination as the original books promised. After your first devouring visit of the awe-inspiring wonder, the second time actually becomes the most fun when you spend time examining every shop window and alley-way for secrets. Hours can be spent in this truly immersive environment, spotting everything from the talking heads to the hidden spells. Diagon Alley is filled with plenty of "easter eggs" to keep even the most scrupulous Harry Potter fan entertained...

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Jen has been a writer and video editor at WhatCulture for over 10 years. She has a BA Hons in History from Newcastle University and in a past life worked at Beamish Open Air Museum and was a corporate trainer (BTC Award in Education and Training). Jen joined WhatCulture to discuss all things Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World, as well as her love of all things movies. She has worked closely with Universal and Disney, giving WhatCulture readers breaking news and exclusives. Her knowledge of Disney parks has lead her to be published by The Sun. If you've ever completed a Disney movies or Friends quiz on WhatCulture it was probably written by Jen. Jen's love of all things Universal's Halloween Horror Nights brought her to WhatCulture's Horror Channel as a video editor. Her video edits can be found across WhatCulture's Film & TV and Horror channels, along with WhatCulture's Facebook, Instagram and TikTok accounts.