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Small-Group 90-minute Tour in Greyfriars Kirkyard: Discover Hidden Graves and Stories
5.0
131 Ratings
Edinburgh
Uncover hidden graves and intriguing stories on a 90-minute small-group tour in Greyfriars Kirkyard. Discover the connections to golf, the moon, and turnips, and learn about fascinating individuals buried here.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Greyfriars Bobby - Skye Terrier dog who became known in 19th-century Edinburgh for spending 14 years guarding the grave of his owner until he died in 1872. The story was made famous by Walt Disney.
What's Included
- Entry to Greyfriars Kirkyard
- Experienced local guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Explore the tombs of some of the not-so-famous personalities interred in Greyfriars Kirkyard, such as the educator of Charles Darwin, the actor laid to rest in complete stage attire, and the expert fighter pilot from World War I.
Did you hear that the Greyfriars graveyard is connected to subjects like golf, the moon… and even turnips? Who was the enigmatic Miss Cathcart? Who was the gentleman who engaged in a duel in the renowned Hyde Park of London? Where lies the most popular author of the 1770s?
Be aware this is NOT a tour dedicated to Harry Potter!
- Customers are NOT permitted to take video recordings of the tour.
- Suitable for children more than 12 years old
- Children must always be accompanied by at least one adult.
- This is not a Harry Potter themed tour.
Location
The Cadies & Witchery Tours
Half way down Victoria Street, on the left hand side.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Toryw483
Jun 19, 2024
So much history and knowledge. - Outstanding tour with so much history and knowledge. Was able to give an in depth background of the graveyard and tie in with the effects they had on future generations.
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332geekeb
Jun 6, 2024
Excellent - A nice and surprising tour along the cemetery. Lots of interesting stories and little tidbits. The guide was an enthusiastic and great storyteller with a good dash of humour.
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Sweetfuzzy
May 23, 2024
Highly informative & cute mysterious stories! - The Greyfriar graveyard tour was so interesting. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and had a fun sense of humour. Learning the story of Bobby was cute as well. Highly recommend!
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J7553kdlucyf
May 22, 2024
Funny, informative, personal - a delight! - This tour was one of our absolute favorite parts of visiting Edinburgh. We had heard some of the more famous stories already, but Robin led us on a tour of the everyfolk buried in the Kirkyard in a tour-de-force of both Scottish daily life and tombstone design. We had many out-loud laughs on a very wet Edinburgh afternoon. You should do this! You will not regret it.
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William
May 15, 2024
Geek Out in Graveyard - Our tour guide was Robin and he was excellent. The tour was informative and Robin was extremely passionate about sharing his vast knowledge.
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Kathryn_j
May 13, 2024
Brought the cemetery alive - Robin was an excellent tour guide. There were only 4 in our group which gave us time to really discuss the various sites in the cemetery. Would highly recommend. Would not have gleaned so much history on our own.
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Karl_h
May 9, 2024
Great tour - Our guide Robert was really knowledgeable and fun! Great tour! Greyfriers has so much history it is not to be missed if you go to Edinburgh
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Elizabethkq1756hy
Apr 12, 2024
Wonderful history of Greyfriars - We took the Greyfriars Kirkyard tour and enjoyed it immensely. We learned a lot of history and lore about the city, Scotland, and the cemetery itself. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly!
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Trail34934771775
Apr 7, 2024
A must for taphophiles - The tour was absolutely wonderful. Robin is a very friendly and attentive guide and my partner and I learnt a lot thanks to him. The tour contained of a walk across the cemetery and Robin knew interesting information about almost every grave and tombstone and the symbolism and history. I can only recommend this tour - especially for tombstone tourists and taphophiles!
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K4587lsflol
Mar 29, 2024
Great experience ! - Wonderful time with our guide Robin.
A very interesting tour, with a fascinating and funny guide !!
I really recommend it.
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