hogsmeade - - - the pleasant town of hogsmeade is only a short distance from the castle! take a trip down to honeyduke's to pick up some sweets with your friends, or bring your date to madam puddifoot's for a lovely cup of tea. the three broomsticks is also a popular hangout.

ministry of magic headquarters - - - the main employer of witches and wizards alike, the ministry offers many services. so, whether your neighbour's lawnmower has mysteriously grown fangs, or you've been accused of first-degree murder, you may find yourself here.

st. mungo's - - - are you mad? or otherwise terribly ill? st. mungo's is the place to be!

diagon alley - - - the main drag of england's wizarding community! anything can be bought here, so long as it's more-or-less legal.

knockturn alley - - - where the darker, creepier shops are located. also, where everything too dark and gruesome for diagon alley may be bought.

wizarding residences - - - witches and wizards reside in a variety of places, all across the world!

king's cross station - - - where platform 9¾ is located.

london - - - yes, the well-known, bustling city itself. so, if you fancy a quick mingle with the muggle world, a quick visit to london may be in order.