We start off ou tour in Edinburgh Grassmarket which is a vibrant and historic area nestled in the heart of the Old Town, just beneath the imposing Edinburgh Castle. Tourists visiting the Grassmarket can enjoy a blend of rich history, stunning architecture, and lively modern culture. Once a medieval marketplace and site for public executions, today it offers a much more cheerful atmosphere with its cobbled streets lined with traditional pubs, boutique shops, and quaint cafes. Here we will learn about the markets, why there are so many pubs and what happened to those who were punished there.

Our tour takes you up Victoria Street which is a delightful street filled with charm, history, and unique finds. This iconic, curved street is one of the most photographed in the city, known for its vibrant, multicolored buildings and its connection to J.K. Rowling’s inspiration for Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter series, but is this really the case? Let us help you sort out fact from fiction and get recommendations of great local places to eat, drink and shop

Makars' Court is a hidden literary gem nestled in Edinburgh's historic Old Town, just off the Royal Mile in Lady Stair’s Close. Adjacent to the Writers’ Museum, this open-air courtyard serves as an evolving national literary monument, celebrating Scotland’s rich literary heritage. Here we can can enjoy the serene atmosphere of the courtyard, often described as a peaceful retreat from the bustling Royal Mile and find out about one of Edinburgh's most infamous characters who helped inspire a famous work of fiction.