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The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, Scotland
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Mountebank the original and best comedy walking tour of Edinburgh and the only tour of the city led by a professional, award winning stand-up comedian and historian with a Master degree in Scottish history. Since starting in 2019 Mountebank's success has attracted copy cat 'comedy' tours but Mountebank is the original, best and only tour led by an actual stand-up comic and historian!

Your guide is Edinburgh based stand-up comic and historian Daniel Downie - and his trusty sidekick Brahan the dog! Daniel has brought several sell-out shows all about Scotland to the Edinburgh Fringe. He has been described as 'outstanding' and 'must see' by the Scotsman newspaper and his show about Mary Queen of Scots was named 'Best History Show' at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Mountebank is all about the hysterical and ridiculous nature of Scotland's history, people, language, weather - all things Scottish basically! So come along and laugh a lot while you learn a little :)

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Meeting Location

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9-12 Blair Street
Edinburgh EH1 1QR, UK

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26A Candlemaker Row
Edinburgh EH1 2QQ, UK

Finishing point is subject to change, route may change but finishing point will always be in the Old Town

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Monkey Barrel Comedy

The tour starts at the world famous Monkey Barrel Comedy club where I find out a little about you, you learn a little more about me (more than you probably care to know!) I teach you some of my favourite Scottish vocabulary and then we set off on our Old Town adventure..!!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Royal Mile

Edinburgh's most iconic and historic High Street
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mercat Cross

The spot where trade occurred in medieval Edinburgh as well as everything from royal proclamations to punishments
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St Giles' Cathedral

The most significant religious site in the old town it played a key role in the reformation and is the resting place of swashbuckling characters such as the 'Great Montrose'
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Writers' Museum

We stop outside the Writers museum for a comic take on some of Edinburgh's most famous literary figures
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Edinburgh Castle

We stop for a stunning panorama of the south side of Edinburgh castle and learn about the daring raid of Edinburgh Castle by Sir Thomas Randolph in March 1314
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grassmarket

Edinburgh's centre for law and disorder a bustling market place where justice was handed out in the form of public executions.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Greyfriars

Our final stop is Greyfriars Kirkyard steeped in historical significance, gruesome stories of Edinburgh's bodysnatchers, ghosts, Harry Potter and of course Edinburgh's most famous dog Greyfriars Bobby
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-91706P1

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What's Included

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  • Guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • *Strictly for ages 16 and over
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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