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Women Hidden in Plain Sight: A Self-Guided Tour of Edinburgh

5,01 avisRoyal Mile

Les descriptions sont affichées en anglais.

  • 1–1,5 heures
  • Annulation gratuite jusqu’à 24 h avant
  • Guidé en anglais
  • Confirmation immédiate

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Edinburgh’s historic Old Town has countless stories of remarkable women whose lives were overlooked by history or deliberately erased from its pages. On this self-guided walking tour, you'll peel back the layers of the city’s past, and hear about the queens, activists, and innovators who shaped Scotland’s capital. The tour starts at the famous graveyard, Greyfriars Kirkyard, where you’ll hear about some of the trailblazing women who left their mark on the city. As you wander through Edinburgh’s historic alleyways, I’ll tell you fascinating stories about extraordinary women, from medieval queens, affluent heiresses, and rulebreakers, to the abolitionist Eliza Wigham, whose influence resonates further down the Royal Mile. You’ll hear some of the chilling legends behind The Real Mary King’s Close and celebrate Flora MacDonald’s heroic rescue of Bonnie Prince Charlie after his Jacobite army suffered a crushing defeat.

Inclus

Ce qui est inclus

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Non inclus

  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
  • Food and drink
  • Transportation

Itinéraire

  1. You'll catch a glimpse of the strong and imposing Edinburgh Castle, once home to countless monarchs, including some of Scotland's most remarkable queens. Please note that entry to the castle is not included in this tour.

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  2. You'll stroll along the historic Royal Mile, uncovering stories of remarkable women whose contributions shaped this iconic street. Please note that entry to any venues along the Royal Mile is not included in this tour.

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  3. You'll pass by St Giles' Cathedral, where you'll uncover the story of a rivalry marked by faith and misogyny, which played a role in the tragic downfall of one of Scotland's most infamous queens. Please note that entry to the cathedral is not included in this tour.

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  4. You'll pass by the Palace of Holyroodhouse, a historic residence of queens, kings, and the royal court. Discover the story of two women whose unique backgrounds made them the subject of prejudice and scrutiny. Please note that entry to the palace is not included in this tour.

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  5. You'll pass by the Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, where you'll uncover the fascinating history of Maria Short, a pioneering woman whose entrepreneurial spirit left a lasting legacy. Please note that entry to the attraction is not included in this tour.

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  6. You'll pass by the Greyfriars Bobby Statue, where you'll learn about Angela Burdett-Coutts, a remarkable arts patron often overlooked in history, once dubbed the "richest woman in all of England." Please note that entry to nearby attractions is not included in this tour.

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  7. You'll pass by the Scottish Parliament Building, a symbol of Scotland's evolving political landscape. At this stop, you'll hear about influential women who fought for change and progress, leaving legacies that deserve celebration. Please note that entry to the parliament building is not included in this tour.

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  8. You'll pass by The Witches Well, a memorial to those unjustly persecuted during Scotland's dark witch trials between 1479 and 1722. Learn about the women, many of whom were burned at the stake nearby, and the water fountain commissioned in their memory. Please note that entry to the well or nearby sites is not included in this tour.

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Annulation

Annulation gratuite jusqu’à 24 heures avant le début de l’expérience, avec remboursement intégral.

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À savoir avant de partir

Point de rendez-vous
This tour starts at Greyfriars Kirkyard Cemetery. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Prise en charge
Tout le monde se retrouve au point de départ ; il n’y a pas de prise en charge.
Type de billet
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Opéré par
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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions

How it compares in Édimbourg

  • Its from-price is 93% below the median of the 1253 experiences we list in Édimbourg.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 723 of 1253.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Édimbourg

Édimbourg, capitale écossaise sur des collines volcaniques : château sur son rocher, Vieille Ville médiévale et élégante Ville Nouvelle géorgienne.

Le château d'Édimbourg couronne Castle Rock et conserve les Honneurs d'Écosse, les joyaux de la couronne écossaise. De là, le Royal Mile descend à travers la Vieille Ville, devant la cathédrale Saint-Gilles et un dédale de closes étroits, jusqu'au palais de Holyroodhouse et au Parlement écossais. Arthur's Seat, ancien volcan, s'élève au-dessus du palais avec de vastes vues.

Top-ranked sights in Édimbourg: Royal Mile, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh Castle.

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