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Edinburgh: Sherlock Holmes Private Walking Tour

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Private tour
Edinburgh: Sherlock Holmes Private Walking Tour
5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
3 reviews

Discover the connections between Edinburgh, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and Sherlock Holmes. Learn about the famous fictional detective, his creator, and the city of Edinburg on this walking tour.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English, French
Wheelchair accessible
Private group

Highlights

  • Discover the city of Edinburgh through Arthur Conan Doyle's childhood
  • Who was the real Sherlock Holmes?
  • Discover the faces of Edinburgh's most notorious murderers
  • Follow in the footsteps of medical and surgical students in the 19th century
  • Listen to the stories of Edinburgh, UNESCO City of Literature

Full description

Are you a fan of Sherlock Holmes, a detective or just curious to discover the dark stories of Edinbugh? Join this private tour costumed storyteller/guide to learn more about the origin of the legendary detective whose existence is closer to reality than it seems. Follow in the footsteps of the author Arthur Conan Doyle on this unique and atypical walking tour of Edinburg. (Re)discover the city through the authors eyes in the 19th century.


Start at Greyfriars Cemetery in the Old Town. See the University of Medicine and hear some fascinating stories about the Surgeon's Hall and the Arthur Conan Doyle's youth.


Walk through New Town to the author's birthplace. Along the way, find out about the fascinating connections between Edinburgh and the world of Sherlock Holmes. Elementary indeed.



Includes

  • Private guided tour with our local guide/storyteller
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • Children under 8 years

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Meeting point

Our guide will be waiting for you in front of the green police station at the top of Middle Meadow Walk, near the medical school (you can see unicorns at the top of the pillars next to you). To recognise your guide: he/she will be wearing a green strap and a deerstalker or bowler hat!

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Rain gear

Know before you go

  • This tour will take place rain or shine

Customer reviews

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Mattia – ItalyApril 8, 2025 – Verified booking
The Sherlock Holmes tour with Marie was absolutely fantastic! She guided us through the streets of Edinburgh with incredible insight into Arthur Conan Doyle’s life and the inspirations behind Sherlock Holmes. Marie’s way of telling stories was captivating, and she brought history to life with every stop. It’s clear that she’s deeply passionate about the subject, and her energy made the tour both educational and thoroughly enjoyable. A must-do in Edinburgh, especially with a guide as talented as Marie!
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GetYourGuide traveler – GermanyNovember 22, 2024 – Verified booking
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GetYourGuide traveler – July 18, 2022 – Verified booking
Lots of great stories and very informative about history of Edinburgh.

Product ID: 408384

Activity provider:Thunderdices

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