Edinburgh: Hidden Closes, Secrets & Scandalous Stories Discount Tickets

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Overview

Forget the Edinburgh you know from postcards. We’re here for the juicy bits. Follow the Royal Mile from Holyrood Palace towards Edinburgh Castle, slipping into hidden closes along the way and uncovering royal drama, scandals, witches, executions and the wonderfully weird stories hiding behind these ancient streets. Then we’ll escape the Royal Mile for Grassmarket, the legendary Last Drop and colourful Victoria Street, with a little Outlander romance and Harry Potter magic sprinkled along the way. No boring history lecture. No endless dates. Just brilliant stories, plenty of laughs and a few “WAIT… WHAT?!” moments. Come curious. Leave with stories you’ll tell over a pint later. Because life is too short for boring holidays.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Scotland, EH8 8DX, United Kingdom

Your Edinburgh adventure starts here! ️ Meet your guide across the road from The King’s Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, next to the Scottish Parliament. Arrive 10 minutes early and look for the yellow hat If you miss us… your first Edinburgh mystery has already begun!

Language Offered

Czech-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Royal Mile
Follow Edinburgh’s legendary Royal Mile on a journey through centuries of Scottish history, royal stories, hidden closes and fascinating characters. Starting at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, explore the city’s dramatic past as you make your way towards the iconic Edinburgh Castle, uncovering tales of kings, queens, battles, and secrets hidden within the medieval streets. Along the way, discover the atmospheric corners that inspired the worlds of Outlander and Harry Potter, from ancient stone closes to magical-looking streets filled with stories. Your experience finishes in the colourful Victoria Street, one of Edinburgh’s most enchanting and photographed locations.
Duration: 90 mins

Inclusion

Tour guide

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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