Edinburgh New Town: Enlightening Historical Tour with Henry Raeburn
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Edinburgh
Join Henry Raeburn on an enlightening historical tour of Edinburgh's New Town. Explore the 18th century and learn about the city's importance during the enlightenment movement. Limited tickets available!
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Princes Street and Gardens - We are located at 2 princes st. Henry Raeburn will be waiting to transport us to the 18th century. Why is it so important to know the Scottish illustration? We will get to know this important character in the history of the city as well as notable buildings such as the Balmoral Hotel. Next we will talk about Victorian cafes, we will go to St. Andrews Square.
  • 28 York Place - After passing through the Victorian cafes, we will reach St. Andrews square and see the studio where Henry Raeburn carried out most of his work.
  • National Galleries Scotland: Portrait - Why is Henry Raeburn one of the most important painters of illustration?
  • The Dome - We will know the importance of the banks of the time.
  • Princes Street Gardens - We will talk about the figure of George IV, so important in the history of Scotland, and we will learn about the most emblematic sculptures in the gardens. We will go down to Saint Cuthbert Cemetery. What events will have occurred?
  • Charlotte Square - We will see up close the Georgian mansions, illustrious people and life in this part of the city. Who lives in this part of the city today?
  • Roxy Lanes Edinburgh Rose Street - Here we will end the tour, and what better way to do it than on Rose Street.
What's Included
  • Dramatized guidance by professional actors
Additional Information

Allow yourself to be transported back to the 18th century under the guidance of Henry Raeburn. Experience the significance of Edinburgh’s New City, a hub of enlightenment, intellectual pursuit, scientific discovery, and cultural development. Engage with the past of this unique urban area through the architectural gems, landmarks, and statues that mark our hour and a half expedition. Your historical immersion begins in front of the Balmoral Hotel, where Sir Henry Raeburn will escort us on our temporal journey, featuring stops at noteworthy places including:

-Balmoral Hotel
-Victorian coffee houses
-St Andrew’s Square
-Scottish National Portrait Gallery
-Walter Scott Monument
-Jenners Building
-The Dome Hotel
-George IV Monument
-The Royal Scottish Gallery
-Princes Street
-St Cuthbert Graveyard, Lindisfarne
-Charlotte Square
-Rose Street

Our time travel will conclude on De la Rosa Street, after 90 minutes of exploration.

Location
H M Register House
Princes Street
In front of the Balmoral Hotel, next to the Wellington statue.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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823aranzazua
Jan 27, 2024
A great guide! - We loved it! He adapted very well to the group and provided a lot of historical information about the city, curiosities and recommendations in a very entertaining and educational way. A fun way to enjoy the city. It is 100% recommended.
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Ra_lf194
Jan 11, 2024
The best staged tour of Edinburgh - Highly recommended tour, the new city is super beautiful and I loved this theatrical tour. Thank you!!
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