Jacobite History and Outlander's Scotland Walking Tour
What You Will Do
What's Included?
- This tour includes a 1 hour guided walking tour conducted by an experienced guide in costume
What's Not Included?
- Entry into subsequent paid attractions excluded
Cancellation Policy
Itinerary
Meeting Point
St Giles' Cathedral, High Street, Edinburgh
Old Town
This tour is perfect for fans of the Starz Outlander Series now streaming on Amazon Prime and is a favourite amongst Scottish Nationals too as it delves deep into Jacobite History and covers the events that changed this country forever. You will learn the reason for three famous uprisings, hear tales of bravery and defiance in the face of oppression by outside forces. You will hear the songs and the stories of the people who forged this great nation and provided the inspiration behind the books by author Diana Gabaldon. We will talk about an infamous prison where Jacobites were incarcerated and hung, the Tollbooth. We will pass Parliament house, see the Writer's Museum, walk Victoria Street to the Grassmarket, a place of execution and see the covenanter's memorial and walk up to Greyfriars cemetery where we will continue sharing stories of botched hangings, graverobbers, serial killers and meet the most famous dog in the world, Greyfriars Bobby. All this and more awaits you so book now
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English