Delve into the childhood haunts of Robert Louis Stevenson, Scotland’s legendary storyteller. This in-app audio tour is perfect for literature enthusiasts and history buffs eager to walk through the storied streets of Edinburgh's New Town, where the author spent his formative years.
The route kicks off at the Robert Louis Stevenson monument in West Princes Street Gardens, taking you past the grand old houses of Heriot Row, to his very birthplace at 8 Howard Place. Along the way, you will traverse the cobbled paths that Stevenson himself may have wandered and glance upon the places that inspired his vivid imagination. From his schools to the places of personal significance, you’ll journey from the robust memorials to the quiet, unseen corners of his childhood territory.
Immerse yourself in the visual feast of Edinburgh’s architecture and the tales of Stevenson’s early days. Stand before his family home, reflect on the vistas that shaped his worldview, and peer into the city that fostered one of literature's most revered minds. As the author’s story unfolds at each stop, you'll connect with the city and its history in a profoundly personal way.