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- German
- English
Learn about the alleys where the 17th century people lived in the city of Edinburgh, but especially how they died during the Black Death, and the doctors who tried to cure them with bird masks.
Dicover about corpses, but about the black market of corpses from the 19th century and serial killers, William Burke and William Hare. We will visit Old Calton Cemetery and Canongate Kirkyard.
We will also show you some nice views across Edinburgh whilst talking about a particularly dark chapter in the city’s history, the burning of witches and warlocks , and we will see if any of those who do this tour would have ended up on those bonfires.
Learn more about Scotland’s mythical site and the Scottish faeries.
All this mystery and mysticism that surrounds Edinburgh for decades attracts hundreds of tourists to the city wanting to know what happened in these centuries, are you going to miss it?
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will be at 351 High Street (Royal Mile), opposite St. Giles’ Cathedral and in front of the souvenir shop THISTLE DO NICELY. LOOK BLACK UMBRELLA!
Will be finish the tour in The Royal Mile
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Old Calton Burial Ground (Pass by)
We will talk about corpses, but about the black market of corpses from the 19th century and serial killers, William Burke and William Hare. We will visit Old Calton Cemetery and Canongate Kirkyard.
Admission ticket free -
1Royal Mile
Learn about the alleys where the 17th century people lived in the city of Edinburgh
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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