The Real Mary King’s Close Blog
The Real Mary King’s Close Blog is where you can gain a deeper understanding of Scotland’s turbulent history and beyond. Read fascinating tales, researched by our team, and find out more about our newest tours, collaborations, charity efforts and special events.
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Live locally? EH residents get £5 off at The Real Mary King’s Close
If you live in Edinburgh or the surrounding area, winter is the perfect time to rediscover what’s right on your doorstep. From 22 January to 5 February 2026, residents with an EH postcode can enjoy £5 off tickets to The Real Mary King’s Close. It’s our way of saying thank you to the local community …
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Best things to do in Edinburgh in February | events, festivals & hidden history
In the wake of the Hogmanay cheer and celebrations of the new year, Edinburgh begins to de-frost into a city of love, wonder and merriment for all who walk the capital’s cobbled streets. Love is in the air with Valentine’s season upon the horizon, as well as a collection of music, theatre and special events …
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We’re proud to be double Thistle Award Winners!
We’ve got exciting news to share – The Real Mary King’s Close has just won two awards at VisitScotland’s Central & East Thistle Awards. We were named Employer of the Year, which recognises the brilliant people who make the Close such a special place to visit. From our storytellers to our operations team, everyone plays …
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The Real Mary King’s Close launches British Sign Language and International Sign tours in Edinburgh
History belongs to everyone, and we are making sure it can be experienced by everyone too. This summer, The Real Mary King’s Close has launched brand new digital tours in British Sign Language (BSL) and International Sign (IS) to coincide with the start of Edinburgh Deaf Festival on 8 August. This is more than just …
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Best things to do in Edinburgh in August 2025: festivals, food, day trips and hidden history
August in Edinburgh is like nowhere else on earth. The city becomes a stage, a gallery, a page-turner and a feast for the senses all at once. As the sun sets late and the streets buzz with creativity, it’s the perfect time to soak up the capital at its liveliest. Here’s our round-up of the …
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