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Private Greyfriars Kirkyard tour - 'Meet' the dead of Old Edinburgh!

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The Greyfriars Kirkyard tour is perfect for everyone who wants to know more about Scottish history. The people buried within the Kirkyard made Edinburgh what it was. We'll share some of the most important, most interesting and most surprising stories about these rather fascinating people. And we'll do this in an entertaining, professional and respectful manner. Greyfriars is a fascinating place that has links to some incredible stories from Scotland’s history (not 'just' Edinburgh's history). Their stories are the stories of Edinburgh. You’ll learn about these characters as you stand only inches away from where their bodies lie buried. Hear the stories behind martyred Covenanters, an amusing artist, an infamous ghost, grave robbers, the Irish murderers Burke and Hare, a tortured spy and, of course, the devoted Skye Terrier, Greyfriars Bobby. Are you ready to ‘meet’ the ‘Dead of Old Edinburgh’?
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Departure Point

26A Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh EH1 2QQ, UK Just inside the main entrance, next to the grave of Greyfriars Bobby (the pink headstone which you see as soon as you enter the Kirkyard).

Return Details

26A Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh EH1 2QQ, UK Just inside the main entrance, next to the grave of Greyfriars Bobby (the pink headstone which you see as soon as you enter the Kirkyard).

  • Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    This entire tour takes place within the historic burial ground. We don't visit the Kirk itself, although we recommend guests visit this wonderful building during their visit to Edinburgh.
  • Historic Edinburgh Tours, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Our entire tour takes place within the historic burial ground of Greyfriars Kirkyard.
    105 minutes
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Due to uneven surfaces. we will try to make alterations for wheelchair users.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Susan_M
16 Oct 2022
I had a wonderful tour with Robert Howie. He was so knowledgeable and brought the history to life. I would recommend the tour to all!
bino63
13 Oct 2022
My family wanted a private tour of the kirkyard to get all our questions answered and this was perfect. Relaxed, not too long for younger kids and Robert ,our guide, created a custom experience for our family.
maroberts65
01 Aug 2022
Robert was fabulous as our tour guide of Greyfriars Cemetary. He had some really interesting stories and when my wife needed to pause the tour to go to the bathroom, we went next door to the museum and he gave us a mini tour of the museum and Edinburgh university. It’s a great way to learn history.
This tour in Scotland is organized by Historic Edinburgh Tours

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