Theme Tours in Edinburgh
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Welcome to Edinburgh, a beautiful modern city with a horrid and brutal past! This self-guided horror walk on your smartphone will take you around the old town of Edinburgh to explore the twisting closes and streets that have played host to some of the most brutal parts of the city's past. This audio walk takes you from the Royal Mile where you will learn why it was once considered as "the world's end". As you walk down to the Grassmarket the audio commentary will reveal the story of Thomas Weir, infamously known as the Wizard of Westbow. The market itself was not only for shopping but for merciless punishment that will send shivers down your spine. Finally, you will walk through Greyfriars Cemetery where you will hear stories about grave robbing, body snatching, and mysterious killings. There are steps involved so be careful as you make your way through the old town. This is not a ghost tour as such, but more a dark history tour. However, that doesn't mean you aren't in for a fright!

This tour is your owl letter to the wizarding world of Harry Potter. NOTICE — no half-giant or wand required. This is self-guided audio tour. All information, including route and excursion itself, will be provided via app. Edinburgh is an old city that gave a hiding place to unemployed single mother. In return, she attracted millions of tourists here to wander the streets looking for magical inspiration. So do not be surprised if the urge to start a book appears. We start at the former Spoon Bistro, the little known place where the first HP book was written. You will then see the school that is speculated to be an inspiration for Hogwarts itself. After that, you will be guided through a mysterious Greyfriars Kirkyard to find the tombstone of Tom Riddell. To warm up, the tour will get you to the busy Victoria street with cafes and souvenir shops. This very street recalls the memories of Diagon Alley and preschool shopping. Through the narrow cobblestone streets, you will see the New College of the University of Edinburgh and gilded handprints of JK in front of the City Chambers. We finish at Balmoral Hotel, the luxurious place where the last HP novel was finished. All addresses, maps, and butterbeer recommendations are provided in a careful manner. The tour is well suited for the first timers in Edinburgh and Harry Potter fans. Experience the magic!

Take a walk around Edinburgh, the home to the forensic science of Scotland! Begin your exploration by considering a plaque at the birthplace of Arthur Conan Doyle, the creator of the ingenious Sherlock Holmes. Go on to explore Governor's House as you learn about the real case that served as inspiration for Stevenson to create the infamous Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hide from his novel. Immerse yourself in the mysterious atmosphere of Old Surgeon's Hall, which story will unveil the dark times of Edinburgh. Admire the view that opens from Grassmarket, a peaceful street where you would never believe gallows have ever stood. Feel like a detective as you see over the High Court, listening about the cases solved in this imposing building and unraveling their mysteries. And for sure, let your eyes fix on the Heart of Midlothian, a beautiful yet gloomy reminder of the criminals executed right in the heart of Edinburgh. By the end of the tour, you will know everything about crime in Edinburgh, so dive into this city's chilling secrets...
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TOP-3 most rated Theme Tours in Edinburgh
- Spellbinding stops from the Spoon Bistro to Greyfriars Kirkyard, immerse in "Harry Potter Sites in Edinburgh" tour and uncover the magical inspirations for Hogwarts and Diagon Alley.
- "Edinburgh Ghost In-App Audio Walk" offers a chilling narrative journey through the old town's darkest corners, spooking visitors with tales from the Royal Mile to the Grassmarket.
- Delve into the "Edinburgh: A Tour through History of Crime" and trace the footsteps of famed characters and real-life criminals from Arthur Conan Doyle's birthplace to the Heart of Midlothian.
TOP-3 new Theme Tours in Edinburgh for experienced tourists
- Explore the wizarding landmarks with "Harry Potter Sites in Edinburgh", unraveling the city's connection to the famous series, from the place where the first book was penned to the inspiration behind Hogwarts.
- Uncover the city's macabre history with "Edinburgh Ghost In-App Audio Walk", a tour that guides you through the tales of the old town's notorious past from the Royal Mile to Greyfriars Cemetery.
- "Edinburgh: A Tour through History of Crime" uncovers the city's forensic past and literary connections, taking you from Arthur Conan Doyle's birthplace to the sites of historical executions.