Edinburgh Old Town women's history self-guided audio tour
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Embark on a journey through Edinburgh’s Old Town, uncover the untold tales of women who have left their mark on the city's history. This self-guided audio tour, lasting approximately an hour, unveils the legacies of queens, activists, innovators and rulebreakers that resonate within its historic streets. The audio guide allows you to stroll at your leisure, seamlessly guiding you from one stop to the next.Your exploration begins at Greyfriars Kirkyard, leading you through concealed closes and significant landmarks. You'll hear stories linked to notable sites such as The Real Mary King's Close, Edinburgh Castle, St. Giles' Cathedral, and Palace of Holyroodhouse. The tour concludes near the Scottish Parliament, offering a moment to contemplate the evolving role of women in public life.Relish the liberty to pause, replay and delve deeper into each site without any time constraints. Gain a more profound understanding of familiar landmarks through a concentrated historical perspective. This tour, curated by an Edinburgh local with a background in Art History and founder of Women Hidden in Plain Sight (WHIPS), brings these often overlooked narratives back into focus.
Highlights
- The tour takes you through Edinburgh’s Old Town, revealing stories of influential women
- You'll explore landmarks like Greyfriars Kirkyard, The Real Mary King's Close, and Edinburgh Castle
- There will be fascinating narratives linked to St
- Giles' Cathedral and Palace of Holyroodhouse
- A stop near the Scottish Parliament allows reflection on the evolving role of women in public life
- It's a journey curated by an Art History expert, bringing overlooked women's narratives into focus
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Facilities
mobile
Available in English
What's included
- Audio-guided tour
- Downloadable APP
Not included
- Food and drinks
- WiFi
Where you'll meet
This self-guided audio tour starts at Greyfriars Kirk. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided by email. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading the app.
Operated by
VoiceMap Audio Tours
Important information
Know in advance:
* The tour is suitable for participants aged 6 and over
* Download the audio tour app before you go while on strong WiFi. You'll receive simple instructions by email upon booking
* Offline functionality via GPS (no data connection needed during tour)
* Flexible start time (you can pause and resume anytime)
* This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next
* Select as many tickets as the number of devices you wish to use. For example, if you book for three people, three people can download this tour onto their smartphones
Remember to bring:
* Smartphone and headphones required
* Comfortable walking shoes and weather check recommended