True Crime Tours
The Real Mary Kings Close invites you to step beneath the Royal Mile and explore the shadowy secrets of the Old Town on a True Crime Tour. Dare to descend?
About True Crime Tours
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11th July 2025 12th July 2025 18th July 2025 plus 13 more date(s), see below for more info |
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| 5.15pm / 7pm / 9pm (1-hour tour) | |
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The Real Mary Kings Close 2 Warriston's Close, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1PG |
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| £30 per adult | |
| Visit the event website here | |
| Facebook information can be found here | |
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Fact is darker than fiction. Dare to descend?
Think Edinburgh’s past is all cobbled streets and candlelight? Think again.
Step beneath the Royal Mile and explore the shadowy secrets of the Old Town on a True Crime Tour. These one-hour experiences delve into real cases of crime and punishment from centuries gone by, revealing the truth behind some of the city’s most unsettling stories.
Guided by a historical character with deep knowledge of Edinburgh’s darker side, you will uncover how crime shaped life on the closes. Discover the harsh impact of eviction, addiction, and the lack of protections for the city's poorest residents. Learn about the witch trials and their devastating consequences. And hear about the eerie connection between Mary King’s Close and the real-life figure believed to have inspired Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.
These tours go beyond myth, offering a powerful insight into the inequalities and injustices of Edinburgh’s past. Fascinating and unsettling in equal measure, this is a tour for those with a curious mind and a strong stomach.
Additional Dates: 12 July 2025, 18 July 2025, 19 July 2025, 25 July 2025, 26 July 2025, 01 August 2025, 02 August 2025, 08 August 2025, 09 August 2025, 15 August 2025, 16 August 2025, 22 August 2025, 23 August 2025, 29 August 2025, 30 August 2025
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