About this experience
The ceremonial and gloomy side of Edinburgh. The elevated and bloody history of its creation. Cruel tyranny and unparalleled humanism. The greatest discoveries and high-profile crimes. Behind all this are people. Who are they - well-wishers or tyrants? You will learn about this by visiting the Old Town of the Scottish capital and visiting places where time literally stood still.
What to expect
A blend of Gothic and otherworldly nature in one bottle
Our path will show the Scottish capital from all sides: we will bypass the Old Town and the modern part, climb to points with fantastic panoramas and visit places with a star, which you will only learn about on a walk. The route will cover:
- Grassmarket - the market square, the southern border of the Old Town, where executions were held in the Middle Ages.
- Greyfriars Cemetery - the necropolis of famous people and the site of important historical events.
- George IV Bridge, passing at the level of about the fourth floor of residential buildings, from where you can appreciate Edinburgh's unusual multi-level landscape.
- The Elephant House, famous for its famous visitor - J.K. Rowling. It was here that she worked on her first book about Harry Potter.
- Castle Rock - a precipitous cliff on which Edinburgh Castle stands, where witches were burned in the Middle Ages, and now the famous parade of military bands takes place.
- Royal Mile - the heart of the medieval city, the street from which Edinburgh began, with many attractions associated with ancient history.
- Palace of Holyroodhouse - the Scottish residence of the reigning queen and the place where the tragic story of Mary Stuart began.
- Calton Hill - one of Edinburgh's seven frozen volcanoes, on which are monuments related to the Napoleonic Wars, an old observatory, a time ball.
- St. Andrew Square, the place from which the construction of the magnificent New Town in the Georgian style began at the end of the 18th century.
Personalities in Edinburgh's history
During our journey, I will tell you about the city's founder King David I and his mother Saint Margaret of Scotland. We will visit places associated with Queen Mary Stuart - I will share the story of her tragic fate. You will also learn about Protestant preacher John Knox, the Reformation in Scotland, and King Robert the Bruce, who gave the country independence. You will hear about the founder of the world economy Adam Smith, philosopher David Hume, writers Walter Scott, Robert Louis Stevenson, poet Robert Burns, and many others. They all lived and created in this remarkable city. And of course, I will tell you about mysterious and notorious crimes, many of which inspire writers and filmmakers.
Organizational Details
If desired, after 2 hours of travel, we can stop at a cafe for a cup of coffee (additional charge).
