The Heart of Edinburgh: Hidden Closes & Secret History｜United Kingdom

Forget the Edinburgh you know from postcards. We’re here for the juicy bits.

Start at Holyrood Palace and follow the Royal Mile towards Edinburgh Castle, slipping into hidden closes and uncovering the royal drama, scandals, witches, executions and wonderfully weird stories hiding behind Edinburgh’s ancient streets.

History is at the heart of this tour, just told the way we think it should be: through brilliant stories, fascinating characters, unexpected details and plenty of laughs. From royalty and rebellion to witches, executions and Edinburgh’s darker moments, discover what really happened on the streets beneath your feet.

Along the way, uncover a touch of Outlander, a little Harry Potter magic and details thousands of visitors walk straight past without ever noticing.

We’ll make our way towards the mighty Edinburgh Castle before heading down into Grassmarket, once the scene of some of the city’s darkest tales. Pass the legendary Last Drop before finishing on colourful Victoria Street, where Edinburgh’s history meets a little wizarding magic.

Come for the landmarks. Stay for the scandals. Leave knowing Edinburgh a little differently.

Come curious. Leave with stories you’ll be telling over a pint later.

Because life is too short for boring holidays.