Edinburgh's Rebel Women History Private Tour
Did you know there are more statues of dogs in Edinburgh than of women? This tour gives a voice to women who have been written out of Scottish history.
Edinburgh's Rebel Women History Private Tour is approximately 2 hours and focuses on the rebellious women of Edinburgh’s history. This tour is voiced by amazing women who will give a voice to women who have been written out of Scottish history. It’s time their voices were heard again!
It’s one thing to hear stories or see the history behind glass cases in museums but it’s another thing to hold it in your hands. In this tour authenticity is everything, run by local guides, we can answer your questions, recommend things to do, places to eat and all the best bars in the city.
Larger group bookings are available on request.
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Edinburgh's Rebel Women History Private Tour
What's included in Edinburgh's Rebel Women History Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Visit the Statue of Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott, and hear about the political and religious changes that happened during the Jacobite period.
Riddle's Court
We will see the remains of Jacobite period buildings still in use, and learn more about the cities history.
Castlehill
We will visit the entrance to Edinburgh Castle and explore some of the surrounding architecture and its stories.
Inclusions
- Local expertly trained tour guides
- Stunning views and great photo opportunities
- Authentically dressed in period costume
- Learn about the Jacobite and other rebellious women of Edinburgh
- Dark History Unveiled: Torture Reenactment
- Food & Drink
- Hotel Pickup
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We will be outside of the Visit Scotland iCentre in full-period dress.
End Points
- The tour ends a 5 minute walk from where the tour starts, in the Greyfriars Graveyard.
