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- English
This tour is guided by a local, a professional architectural photographer, historian and author of "Hidden Edinburgh - A Walk Through Medieval History", and features both well-known and the more hidden features of Edinburgh's Old Town. Whist basic digital camera knowledge while shooting in Manual mode is assumed, advice is given on photographic best-practice and where the best places to shoot will be. In addition, signed copies of the book are available at a discounted price to tour participants.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Tour 1 begins at 10am at the Witches Well, at the entrance to the Castle Esplanade. The guide will be wearing a black cap with "Photographer" on it.
Itinerary
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1Witches well
We meet here and discuss any particular things that visitors would like to focus on in the tour. You will hear about the history of the Witches Well, and what the tour will be covering.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Riddle's Court
Your guide will show you the best places to shoot this beautiful medieval renovation, as well as telling you all bout its regal history and more recent changes to the building.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Find a prime spot to shoot down the Royal Mile above the crowds! Hear about famous residents, and see quotes from Scottish poets.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4New College, The University of Edinburgh
Your guide will show you the best places to photograph the exterior architecture of the New College. Hear all about its royal past!
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Hear about the Luckenbooths, the Edinburgh Tolbooth and crime and punishment in the medieval years!
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6St Giles' Cathedral
Hear about the history of St Giles and its external architecture.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7John Knox House Museum
End the tour at the Netherbow Wellhead, outside the John Knox House. Hear about the sanitation of Edinburgh, and the history of the John Knox House. There is an opportunity to visit the museum here for an additional £7 entrance fee. Your tour guide will also be in the cafe following the tour where you are welcome to join her for a chat on anything either photographical, or that you'd like to know to further enhance your stay in this beautiful city!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please ensure you wear clothes fit for our changeable Scottish climate - this tour will take place in all weathers.
- Wear comfortable flat shoes as many streets are cobbled and may be uneven in places.
- Edinburgh is an ancient city and there may be steps in places, so please ensure you are fit to walk around with this in mind.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- 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.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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