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A smartphone displaying a map with Edinburgh Castle highlighted, with a view of Edinburgh's skyline including the iconic Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Westminster in the background. 1
A historic stone building with a central archway, a flag, and a cannon. 2
A stone street with a castle on a hill in the background. 3
A narrow street with stone buildings, a sign reading 'The Real Mary King's Close,' and a castle in the background. 4
A stone building with a street lamp, a castle in the background, and a hill. 5
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The previous price was S$9 and current price is S$7 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 56m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the profound duality of Edinburgh's Royal Mile. While the main thoroughfare showcases grand processions and royal power, the narrow, hidden closes branching off it reveal a secret world of cramped tenements, unsolved murders, and the resilient lives of ordinary people. Join Max and local historian Elisa as they guide you down the spine of the Old Town, from the imposing fortress of Edinburgh Castle to the grand Palace of Holyroodhouse, uncovering the architectural evolution and dramatic social stratification of this ancient city.

    • A 3.0 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 116 min
    • Ideal for travellers interested in History & Memory and Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation
    • Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
    • Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Activity location

  • Edinburgh Castle
    • Castlehill
    • EH1 2NG, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Edinburgh Castle
    • Castlehill
    • EH1 2NG, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Podcast Tour Edinburgh The Royal Miles Hidden Spine in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 56 minutes1h 56m
    1h 56m
  • Opening hours: Tue 0:00-23:59
  • English
Price details
S$8.79
S$7.03 x 1 AdultS$7.03
Total
The previous price was S$8.79 and current price is S$7.03
20% off

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Verified facts woven into an engaging storey
  • Inclusions
    Interactive in-app guide for questions about the storey and surroundings
  • Inclusions
    Precise navigation between the stops
  • Inclusions
    Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Edinburgh Castle

  • 10m
The historic fortress that birthed the city, setting the stage for the royal history that anchors the top of the Royal Mile.

Riddle's Court

  • 10m
A hidden 16th-century courtyard revealing the opulent lifestyle of early Edinburgh merchants and the legacy of urban renewal.

The Real Mary King's Close

  • 10m
An underground warren of 17th-century streets, preserved beneath the City Chambers, revealing the grim reality of tenement living and plague.

Advocate's Close

  • 10m
One of the steepest alleys in the city, offering stunning framed views and telling the storey of Edinburgh's legal class.

Tweeddale Court

  • 10m
A quiet, historic courtyard that was the site of the infamous, unsolved 1806 murder of bank porter William Begbie.

Bakehouse Close

  • 10m
A beautifully preserved close featuring a 16th-century archway, illustrating the Canongate's shift from wealth to working-class industry.

Dunbars Close Garden

  • 10m
A hidden gem opening into a recreated 17th-century garden, offering a peaceful contrast to the bustling Royal Mile.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

  • 10m
The official residence of the British monarch in Scotland, concluding the tour with a stark contrast to the hidden closes.

Location

Activity location

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    Edinburgh Castle
    • Castlehill
    • EH1 2NG, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Edinburgh Castle
    • Castlehill
    • EH1 2NG, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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