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Attractions in Edinburgh, Midlothian.

Let our friendly guides tell you the historically correct stories of the famous Greyfriars Kirkyard. The place where history was made when the National Covenant was signed there in 1638. Hear about the lives of Edinburgh's famous who now lie within the kirkyard. Hear about the members of the literati, listen to the story of Captain Porteous of the Edinburgh City Guard who was lynched by the mob. Discover the story behind Bloody Mackenzie, said...

Greyfriars Place
Edinburgh
Midlothian
EH1 2QQ

07794168447

Let our friendly guides tell you the historically correct stories of the famous Greyfriars Kirkyard.
The place where history was made when the National Covenant was signed there in 1638. Hear about the lives of Edinburgh's famous who now lie within the kirkyard. Hear about the members of the literati, listen to the story of Captain Porteous of the Edinburgh City Guard who was lynched by the mob.
Discover the story behind Bloody Mackenzie, said to be one of the the most malevolent spirits in the UK. Find out what a Mort Safe is, and visit the graves of some of the most famous people in the history of Scotland.
Sir Walter Scott calling it ‘The Westminster Abbey of Scotland’.
See the famous National Covenant and hear the Covenanters story. This tour is a must for those who wish to find out more about the history of this famous kirkyard. Afternoon Tea upgrades available.