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Secrets of the Royal Mile

Mercat Tours

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Edinburgh's Royal Mile is a treasure-chest of historic gems just waiting to be opened. Let your expert guide reveal the history of this fascinating street and reveal its unique place in the development of the Scottish nation.

Discover how the Royal Mile received its name. Marvel at the splendour of Scotland's original Parliament Hall. Find out how Britain's oldest equestrian statue shocked the ladies! Learn why, to this day, Scots spit on a stoney heart. Explore closes and courtyards. Stand where the great and the good once lived and worked. Conclude your tour at the Blair Street Interpretation Centre and visit our quirky shop.

This tour - the only one of its kind which runs throughout the year - is the ideal introduction to the Old Town of Edinburgh. It explores buildings and courtyards no bus can ever reach.

Tour times, prices & additional information

  • Tour Times 2.15pm daily excluding 24th, 25th, 26th December

  • Duration 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Tickets £10.00 adult, £8.00 concession, £5.00 child, £25.00 family (2 adults and 2 children)

  • Start Mercat Cross, High Street; Finish Interpretation Room, Blair Street

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  • Please note: If you purchase your ticket/pass online after 4pm Friday until 9am Monday, you will not receive your e-confirmation until Monday. You are unable to use your ticket/pass without this confirmation.

  • The voucher is non-refundable.

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