Tips, Tricks and Secrets for Visiting Diagon Alley
One of the first things you should do is find out the times for the puppet shows in Carkitt Market. A troop of charming wizards capture the same hauntingly beautiful depiction of ‘The Tale of the Three Brothers’ circa ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows’. The time vary from day-to-day and, sometimes, are limited. Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees is also a can’t-miss. It’s not uncommon for Celestina to pick someone from the audience, usually a shy guy, to don a feather boa and join her on stage.
Gringotts is still experiencing some glitches. Universal strives to ensure the guests’ ride is a pure experience, so if something goes wrong, they pull riders and cycle empty carts 3 times before letting guests back on. If this happens and you cannot wait, ask a ride-operating witch or wizard for a pass to ride it later. There is no Fast Pass option for Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, but those who have waited in line and failed to ride will get a ticket for a speedier queue later.
Madam Malkin’s Robes for All Occasions has a mirror that is fashionably sensitive…it also speaks its mind! Visit the shop and stand in front of the mirror. It will give you advice. You can also find Hermione’s Yule Ball Dress and Dumbledore’s attire. Don’t forget to ask a witch or wizard about the items in the case to the left of the cash-wrap (as you are facing it). You might find some intriguing pieces with a tale of their own.
In the box your new, interactive wand comes in, you will find a map with locations where you can perform a spell. However, there are two additional spots not on the map. Try waving your wand everywhere. If you can find the extra magical spots, ask an Ollivanders witch or wizard for a hint.
Source: Tourist Meets Traveler