The Real Mary King’s Close Blog
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Best things to do in Edinburgh in August 2025: festivals, food, day trips and hidden history
23rd Jul 2025
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.
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Your essential guide to the best things to do in Edinburgh this July
30th Jun 2025
Long days, warm(ish) weather, and the kind of light that makes the city glow – July in Edinburgh is a month made for memory-making. Whether you’re here for the first time or know the Royal Mile like the back of your hand, the capital comes alive in summer with world-class festivals, alfresco feasts, and excursions to suit every kind of traveller.
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Your essential guide to the best things to do in Edinburgh this June
27th May 2025
There’s something special about June in Edinburgh. The days stretch long into the evening, the city’s gardens burst into bloom, and there’s an energy in the air that’s impossible to resist. Whether you’re a local or visiting for the first time, summer in Scotland’s capital offers up a feast of festivals, markets, exhibitions and day trips just waiting to be enjoyed.
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Uncovering the best independent gift shops on the Royal Mile of Edinburgh
15th Apr 2025
Step down Edinburgh’s Royal Mile and you’ll find far more than just history beneath your feet. You’ll discover a treasure trove of independent gift shops, each bursting with charm, character, and curious finds.
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Fringe 2024 – The Real Mary King’s Close’s Actors’ shows
19th Jul 2024
Did you know that many of the guides who lead The Real Mary King’s Close tour are also working actors? And many of them are taking part in the Edinburgh Festival Fringe!
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