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Private Walking Tour: The Edinburgh of Sherlock Holmes in French
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2 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: French
Overview
What inspired Arthur Conan Doyle to invent Sherlock Holmes? How did Edinburgh influence the famous detective? Did you know that the Sherlock's deductive process was based on Arthur Conan Doyle's medical studies at Surgeons' Hall?
During this 2h private tour in French, you will follow the author's footsteps through the winding streets of Edinburgh with our costumed tour guide.
You will discover the city in the 19th century and learn more about the medicine and justice of the time, and the crimes and murderers that fed the imagination of the young doctor's apprentice to create one of the greatest detectives of all time.
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
What To Expect
Grassmarket
In the heart of the city
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
University of Edinburgh
Where Arthur Conan Doyle studied
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Writers' Museum
Learn about the rich culture of Edinburgh and the writers who lived alongside Sherlock Holmes
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
New Town
Discovering the youth of Arthur Conan Doyle
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Scott Monument
Mysterious Scotland in a gothic setting. Edinburgh, Capital of Literature
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
National Galleries Scotland: Portrait
Discover this treasure from Arthur Conan Doyle's time
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Thunderdices
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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