Portrait In A Pickle

In this Hogwarts Legacy side-quest guide, we'll explain the location and solution to the "Portrait In A Pickle" side-quest.

Assignment Details
Available: Complete "In the shadow of the mountain" and unlock the Alohomora II spell
Award: Craftspell

To activate the quest, go to the bell tower wing and talk to Ferdinand's painting. Then talk to Astoria in the Hogsmeade inn.

Now go to the ruins south of Hogwarts to get rid of all the enemies there. After the battle, go down the north stairs and unlock the door with the level 2 Alohomora spell. Talk to Ferdinand's painting to decide where to place it. This choice has no impact on the rest of the adventure. You will complete the quest once the painting has been placed.