The Real Mary King’s Close Blog

Making the Most of Your Visit to Edinburgh and York

15th Aug 2024

Making the Most of Your Visit to Edinburgh and York

• Things to do

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!

• History

Edinburgh’s Dark History: Mercat Cross

12th Jul 2024

At the top of Mary King’s Close lay the historic Mercat Cross, a crucial meeting point for the 17th-century residents. Here, news was exchanged, business deals were struck, and the dark side of justice was brutally displayed. The cries of the tortured echoed through the narrow streets, as punishment was meted out for all to witness.

• News

We are Britain’s Best Visitor Attraction

26th Jun 2024

The Real Mary King’s Close has been revealed as the UK’s favourite tourist attraction in this year’s Tripadvisor® Travelers’ Choice® Awards – Best of the Best for 2024, highlighting the top attractions to visit in the UK and internationally.

• Promotions
• Things to do

Plan a trip to Loch Ness from Edinburgh

29th May 2024

Located in the old Drumnadrochit Hotel, the imposing location where Mrs Aldie MacKay reported seeing a ‘whale-like fish’ or ‘water beast’ in the waters of Loch Ness. The sighting resulted in the birth of a monster media frenzy and created a global legend. At The Loch Ness Centre, you’ll take an immersive walk through 500 million years of history, uncover hidden secrets and delve into scientific research inspired by the elusive Loch Ness Monster. Spoiler…you can even spot some of our Real Mary King’s Close tour guides participating in the recreation scene of the first visible sighting.