Edinburgh Storytelling Walk Makars' Court to Greyfriars Bobby

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About this activity

Skip the rushed tourist crowds and join former history professor Sami - and occasionally our friendly Golden Retriever co-guide - for an intimate, conversation-led walk through Edinburgh's Old Town.

Rather than hurrying through a generic checklist, this small-group experience is designed like a relaxed stroll with a local friend. We trace the Royal Mile from the literary courtyard of Makars’ Court up to the dramatic walls of the Castle Esplanade. Along the way, Sami brings the past to life with authentic humour and deep local expertise, diving into the real human history of Edinburgh's historic witches, rebels, and ordinary citizens.

After winding down the vibrant curves of Victoria Street and through the Grassmarket, our walk finishes near the legendary Greyfriars Bobby statue. Here, we separate myth from moving fact, uncovering the true story of Edinburgh’s most loyal dog.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Wee Walking Tours

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–5 years) · Youth (6–16 years) · Adults (17–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guided walking commentary

Itinerary

Writers' Museum

Passing by

Your tour guide, Sami, will meet you in Makars' Court next to the Writers' Museum. The tour begins by discussing some Scottish literary legends.
Gladstone's Land

Passing by

Along your walking tour you will pass by the historic Gladstone's Land.
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Passing by

Along your walking tour, you will pass by Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.
Edinburgh Castle

Passing by

We stop for a bit near Edinburgh Castle where you hear stories of sieges and battles, kings and queens, as well as some mysteries.
The Scotch Whisky Experience

Passing by

Along your walking tour we pass the Scotch Whisky Experience.
Victoria Street

Passing by

We walk along the picturesque Victoria Street.
Grassmarket

Passing by

We stop and talk about historic locals that once experienced the drama at the Grassmarket.
Greyfriars

Passing by

We stop in the iconic Greyfriars Kirkyard where we separate the fiction and falsehoods from the facts, but we promise that you will be moved as Bobby's story will imprint on your heart and soul!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is located just off the Royal Mile in Makars' Court- next to the Writers' Museum. Look for your guide, Sami, who will either have a Golden Retriever tour guide with him or be holding a light green umbrella with pictures of Golden Retrievers on it.