Head to your nearest portkey, a magical Harry Potter experience is about to land on the Mornington Peninsula. Some of the most iconic forest scenes from the beloved films will be recreated for fans to walk through and experience an interactive immersion. 

The Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience promises to be an enchanting walk in Harry’s footsteps to witness mythical beasts like unicorns, Hippogriffs, Nifflers and maybe a spider, or two. Try your hand at a wizard duel and summon your very own Patronus – just keep your eyes peeled for rogue dementors and low-flying cars.

The outdoor adventure will lead you on a whimsical journey, finishing with a Potter-themed village where you can grab food, drink and a souvenir or two.

The Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience will be set up in Mount Martha at The Briars Community Forest, which is around a one-hour’s drive south of Melbourne. Visitors can enjoy the Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience while walking within the woodlands of the grounds. Please note this is an outdoor trail, conducted during dark hours. Staff and signs will guide guests from the parking lot to the start of the trail.

Tickets start at $56 for adults and $41 for children (free entry for kids under 2). Sale starts 9am on December 20. For more information or to book, visit hpforbiddenforestexperience.com/melbourne

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