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Royal Mile Tour: Dark History of Edinburgh
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Edinburgh
Explore the renowned Royal Mile and uncover the darker history of Edinburgh’s Old Town. Learn about the hidden tales from Auld Reekie’s past, including the notorious Burke & Hare, restless spirits, executions, and much more.
Explore the renowned Royal Mile and uncover the darker history of Edinburgh’s Old Town. Learn about the hidden tales from Auld Reekie’s past, including the notorious Burke & Hare, restless spirits, executions, and much more.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Gladstone’s Land - Among the oldest structures in Edinburgh’s Old Town. Discover its fascinating history.
- Writers’ Museum - Lady Stair’s House, dating back to the 1620s.
- Riddle’s Court - A hidden gem from the 1580s.
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St Giles’ Cathedral - The area in front of the Cathedral was the site of the notorious Edinburgh Tolbooth.
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- Gladstone’s Land - Among the oldest structures in Edinburgh’s Old Town. Discover its fascinating history.
- Writers’ Museum - Lady Stair’s House, dating back to the 1620s.
- Riddle’s Court - A hidden gem from the 1580s.
- St Giles’ Cathedral - The area in front of the Cathedral was the site of the notorious Edinburgh Tolbooth.
- Mercat Cross - A place for proclamations and punishments.
- Edinburgh City Chambers - Built on the site of several historic closes (streets) with a rich and intriguing past.
- John Knox House Museum - Dating to the late 1400s, this former Goldsmith’s House is linked to John Knox and Mary, Queen of Scots.
- Tweeddale Court - View parts of the Old City Wall and an Outlander filming location.
- Bakehouse Close - Travel back to the 1500s in Bakehouse Close, once known for its unsavory reputation.
- Canongate Kirk - Once a separate burgh, learn about the church and Tolbooth’s history.
What's Not Included
- Refreshments
- Gratuities
- Refreshments
- Gratuities
Location
Abbey Strand
Please meet your guide OUTSIDE the Abbey Strand Apartments at the corner of the building/junction on the wide pavement.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Judy_s
May 19, 2019
Good Way to Learn Some Edinburgh History - I met with my guide and ended up being the only one on the tour, as the other person was a no-show. My guide, however, gave me a stellar tour of the Royal Mile.
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