Tales of the Royal Mile - Lawnmarket and Castle Hill
Overview
If you like your history a little deeper and more unusual, these new walking tours of the Royal Mile may be perfect!
Building on more than 6 years of unbroken five star reviews for his private touring, your guide Dr Moray Grigor will be delighted to welcome you into the rich and strange history of Scotland’s capital, as he brings you traditional tales of the Royal Mile and its historic events and characters.
In this uppermost section of the street (Monday tour) , we’ll hear of drunken judges, crazy clubs, religious fanatics, rebel ladies, fake news, philosophers, sieges, and hear why a pet blackbird was arrested! Annual building works permitting we’ll also enjoy the views from the Castle Esplanade.
Hear the sounds of Scots and Gaelic poetry and song (with translation), and tales that will stir the imagination and bring our history to life.
Experience the care, attention and warm Edinburgh welcome that brought six years of unbroken five stars!
What's Included
- Tour guiding services
Meeting Location
Queensberry Memorial to Walter Scott
West Parliament Square, Edinburgh EH1 1RN, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Adam Smith Statue
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Deacon Brodie's Tavern
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lawnmarket
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Castlehill
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Castello Di Edimburgo
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Activity code: C-90592P24
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