The Real Mary King's Close: Entry Ticket

Edinburgh 1 hour

Experience 400 years of history and discover the stories of your character guide during a 1-hour guided tour of historic Edinburgh. Imagine a warren of streets frozen in time, where centuries of stories are just waiting to be told. Discover authentic truths about Edinburgh's dark past, and find out what it was really like for the people who lived, worked, and died on the Close. Unlock the secrets of Edinburgh’s only preserved 17th-century street, wander through a labyrinth of underground alleyways, and avoid the cry of gardyloo. From myths and legends to the deadly plague epidemic and a famous royal visitor – there’s a myriad of stories just waiting to be told.

2, Warriston's Close, High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

General admission

Multilingual audio guide (available on a first-come, first-served basis)

Exclusions

Additional Information

For safety reasons, tour isn't suitable for kids under 5, and animals
Since there are 58 steps to be descended and 38 ascended, tour isn't suitable for prams and wheelchair users
Please show your smartphone ticket at the box office
French, Spanish, German, Italian, and Mandarin audio guides available via the Smartphone app “Mary King’s Close Audio Guide”
Download the app and a code will be given to you on the day of your visit to get access to the content. (Please note, headphones are compulsory on tour.)
Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, and Hungarian audio guides are available if requested before the visit. Subject to availability

2 Warriston's Close, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1LW Get directions

A full refund will apply if you cancel more than a day before the activity start time.

No refund is possible if you cancel less than a day before the activity start time.

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The Real Mary King's Close: Entry Ticket

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