Guided Walking Tour of Greyfriars Kirkyard in Edinburgh

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 60 minutes

Departs: Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Explore Greyfriars Kirkyard, one of the most atmospheric, haunted, densely populated, and interesting burial grounds in Scotland. With your expert guide learn more about the lives of its famous and often infamous expired occupants, from the endearing and humorous to the horrifying and disturbing.

Find out what inspirations J.K Rowling took from this 16th-century graveyard for her Harry Potter novels and discover the often cryptic and enigmatic meanings behind beautifully carved tombstone engravings and sculptures.

Hear of the measures which were taken in an attempt to prevent grave-robbing and the consequences of this plundering. Uncover the dark stories related to the graveyard and hear more about a malevolent poltergeist who is said to still haunt Greyfriars to this day.

What's Included

Professional Costumed Guide

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Traveler Information

  • ADULT: Age: 5 - 120

Additional Info

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Filming or live streaming of the tour is strictly forbidden. You may be ejected from the tour.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers

What To Expect

Greyfriars Kirkyard
Our costumed guide will guide you round the Kirkyard telling you it's history and about the famous people that are interred here.

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Greyfriars Bobby
Our costumed guide will tell you the famous tale of Edinburgh's famous canine companion, Greyfriars Bobby.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free


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