Culture
Edinburgh: Greyfriars Kirkyard Tour
Central Scotland, ScotlandAbout this experience
An afternoon stroll, with your guide, full of surprising historical tales in Edinburgh's most famous graveyard. Find out the meanings behind the imagery on some of the 17th Century tombs and visit the graves of some lesser-known yet fascinating characters including the lecturer who taught Charles Darwin, an actor buried in full theatrical costume, and a First World War ace pilot. We might, in passing, also point out the graves with possible links to a certain boy wizard and to a dedicated dog. This is an ever-evolving tour with new information provided to our guide every week from our resident genealogist.
Specifications
Rating
5
Duration
1.5 hours
Type of tour
Individual
Destination
Country
Type of experience
Culture
Best time to visit
- Autumn
- Spring
- Summer
Nearby stations
- Edinburgh Airport
- Edinburgh Waverley