Sherlock Holmes-themed guided tour in Edinburgh

Free cancellation

Place: Edinburgh

Duration: 4 hours

Language: English

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Meal Included

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Do this because

Retrace the steps of Arthur Conan Doyle
Explore the places that inspired him to create the world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes
Visit locations such as Greyfriars Cemetery and the Royal Infirmary
Enjoy a scientific lunch with a main dish and a molecular cocktail or mocktail

What to expect

The industrial revolution has already left its mark on the city and its inhabitants, with thick black smoke in the sky and a growing population. Modern crimes have taken over the streets, and a young man, a student at Edinburgh Medical School, becomes fascinated by their complexities: he is Arthur Conan Doyle, the creator of the iconic Sherlock Holmes. Immerse yourself in his world, and become part of the story yourself. This adventure includes a guided tour, a scientific lunch, and the chance to solve exciting crimes inspired by the places, murders, and medical discoveries that influenced the author.

You'll explore Edinburgh with your costumed storyteller who will reveal Sherlock Holmes' greatest mystery: the detective himself. First, you'll retrace the steps of Arthur Conan Doyle and discover the places that inspired the author when he created his famous detective stories. Did you know that bodies were dug up by students in Greyfriars Cemetery? Or that Joseph Bell, Conan Doyle's teacher, was a doctor consulting for the Scottish Police?

After the 2-hour private guided tour, you'll warm up in a restaurant that mixes chemistry and good food. Have fun experimenting with foaming, bubbling cocktails/mocktails and delicious meals.

The timing of activities may vary depending on availability and scheduling. Please confirm the exact timing with the tour provider. You'll find their contact in your voucher after booking
This activity requires a minimum age of 8. Young detectives (under 18) must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age: 18 years old
Please bring a raincoat or umbrella, and wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes. Deerstalkers and bowler hats are of course welcome!
Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible

What’s included

Lunch with a main dish

1 molecular cocktail or mocktail

2-hour private acting guided adventure

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

87 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2HJ, UK

Meeting point:

Meet your guide next to Covenant’s Memorial, 87 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, UK. The guide will be wearing a bowler hat or a deerstalker and a green light lanyard.