Please note, the Real Mary King’s Close is closed until further notice. Click here for more information.
Book a standard tour, an added-value package, or upgrade to a bespoke experience. We offer lots of options, and love to hear new ideas.
Explore The Real Mary King’s Close, and step down into Edinburgh’s fascinating past on a one hour fully guided tour.
Upgrade and make the most of your visit to The Real Mary King’s Close with a private tour. Choose your character guide and for an extra special VIP experience, enjoy a glass of Champagne in our redeveloped outside courtyard.
Wow your group with one of our most popular packages; a meet and greet character experience. From Mary King, to the infamous Burke and Hare, our guides will meet your group anywhere in the city for a storytelling adventure. We can even lead your group between city-centre attractions.
Upgrade from a standard tour, and add on a scrumptious afternoon tea.
Experience a private tour of The Real Mary King’s Close. Along with your allocated character guide, The Plague Doctor will also join your group as they explore Edinburgh’s dark past. Finish with a glass of Prosecco on the Close – a unique and memorable visit is guaranteed.
It’s Christmas, but not as you know it. Available in November and December, this yuletide themed tour explores Edinburgh’s festive past. Includes warmed mulled wine, and traditional mince pies.
From speciality themed tours, to canapes on the Close – and more – tell us your idea and we’ll do all we can to make it happen.
Scotland has a rich and varied whisky history. This standard tour includes a dram of our exclusive blend. Upgrade, and include a visit to a local whisky specialist – a quirky and authentic experience for groups of 15 or less.
After exploring the warren of underground streets and spaces, a character guide will lead your group up to the Royal Mile for an over ground adventure. A fun add-on to the standard tour.
| Tea and coffee
from £2.50pp |
Afternoon tea
from £12.50pp |
Soup and sandwich lunch
From £6.50pp |
| Breakfast
from £5pp |
Takeaway lunch
from £5pp |
Guidebook
from £4pp |
| Photo packages
from £7pp |
Champagne or Prosecco
from £4.50pp |
Extra character guide
From £30 per hour |
Subject to availability. Package prices and T&Cs available on request.
