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The Real Mary King’s Close Herstory Tour

Discover the remarkable women who made their mark on Edinburgh’s history on The Real Mary King’s Close Herstory Tour on 16th September!

The Real Mary King’s Close Herstory Tour

About The Real Mary King’s Close Herstory Tour

Our Herstory Tour shines a light on the lives of ordinary women who were instrumental in shaping the city’s development.

Walk in the footsteps of figures like Mary Queen of Scots, Sophia-Jex Blake, and the Edinburgh Seven.

In a world where 45% of households had female heads, meet Mary King herself and learn how she defied norms.

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Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 28th December 2025

Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!

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Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour

Selected dates between 4th April 2025 - 26th April 2025

The Real Mary King’s Close is pulling back the curtain on one of Edinburgh’s most harrowing historical events with its chilling new immersive experience, Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour!

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For one night only on Thursday 15th May, step beneath the Royal Mile and experience The Real Mary King’s Close like never before!

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