The Real Mary King’s Close Blog

Six great things to Do in Edinburgh this January

12th Jan 2023

Edinburgh is making sure that January starts the year off with a bang! Undeniably, there are plenty of events and occasions to start the year right. Make sure to check out these amazing “Things to do” this month.

Loch Ness Centre becomes part of the Continuum Attractions family with £1.5 million investment

5th Jan 2023

We are delighted to announce that we are adding another site to the Continuum Attractions group. It just so happens to be one of Scotland’s most famous visitor attractions! The Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition is having £1.5 million invested into its refurbishment, and will join the Continuum Attractions family when it reopens in Spring 2023.

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Dr Arnott and 17th-century medicine

19th Dec 2022

Edinburgh has famously been a focal point of medical innovation and experimentation. Edinburgh medical school is the oldest in the English-speaking world and was at the heart of the Scottish Enlightenment. While many amazing discoveries and advancements came from Edinburgh, like everywhere, some ideas were slightly… strange!

Our Green Story

7th Dec 2022

This is Our Green Story at The Real Mary King’s Close. We are passionate about sustainability. We strive to do the right thing for the environment, our communities, our guests and our team. Therefore, we have taken many actions to reduce our carbon footprint and encourage the protection of Scotland’s heritage.

Edinburgh’s Underground Hidden Gems

21st Nov 2022

Edinburgh is an old city with a lot of history. But not everything in Auld Reekie is visible from the street level. A secret world exists underneath Edinburgh’s streets, and you can get a glimpse of Edinburgh’s underground if you know where to look. Below, we have listed some of the best subterranean attractions you can explore to experience Edinburgh’s darkest moments and deepest secrets.