Jacobite History and Outlander's Scotland Walking Tour
Edinburgh, GB
100% of travellers recommend this
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1-hour guided walking tour
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Expert guide in costume
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Wheelchair accessible
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Family-friendly for all ages
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Explore Outlander film locations
Discover Jacobite history and Outlander filming sites on this immersive 1-hour walking tour through Edinburgh's historic Old Town.
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Included
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This tour includes a 1 hour guided walking tour conducted by an experienced guide in costume
Excluded
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Entry into subsequent paid attractions excluded
Discover Jacobite history and Outlander filming sites on this immersive 1-hour walking tour through Edinburgh's historic Old Town.
Highlights
Meeting Point
High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RE , United Kingdom
What to expect
Old Town
This tour is perfect for fans of the Starz Outlander Series now streaming on Amazon Prime and is a favourite amongst Scottish Nationals too as it delves deep into Jacobite History and covers the events that changed this country forever. You will learn the reason for three famous uprisings, hear tales of bravery and defiance in the face of oppression by outside forces. You will hear the songs and the stories of the people who forged this great nation and provided the inspiration behind the books by author Diana Gabaldon. We will talk about an infamous prison where Jacobites were incarcerated and hung, the Tollbooth. We will pass Parliament house, see the Writer's Museum, walk Victoria Street to the Grassmarket, a place of execution and see the covenanter's memorial and walk up to Greyfriars cemetery where we will continue sharing stories of botched hangings, graverobbers, serial killers and meet the most famous dog in the world, Greyfriars Bobby. All this and more awaits you so book now
15 minutes
Royal Mile
We Start at St Giles Cathedral, where you will meet your costumed guide in front of the large Gothic Cathedral approximately 10 - 5 minutes before the tour is about to start. We will walk through Edinburgh's Historic Old Town and pass by iconic Landmarks such as the Writer's Museum, Johnston Terrace, Victoria Street, the Grassmarket, Greyfriar's Cemetery, The Cowgate, Hunter's Square and the South Bridge
15 minutes
Admission Included
Greyfriars
Here we will talk about famous Scottish Citizens whom are buried in Edinburgh's most known graveyard. We mention the Covenanters, talk about ghosts, graverobbers and serial killers and the most famous dog in Scotland, Greyfriar's Bobby
15 minutes
Admission Included
Cowgate
During the 19th Century the Cowgate was a slum and a place of poverty and foul play, it is home to the South Bridge, Edinburgh's most notorious structure and considered as the most haunted place in Europe except for the French Catacombs.
15 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Wheelchair accessible -
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Visit the nearby Writer's Museum. -
Check out Greyfriars Bobby's statue.
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Grab a bite at a local pub on Victoria Street.
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Explore the Grassmarket for great shops.
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Start early to enjoy the Royal Mile.
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