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Sherlock Holmes Crime Investigation – Teens tour

Private

Sherlock Holmes Crime Investigation – Teens tour

Why you shouldn't miss it ?

  • Use your Sherlock Holmes skills of observation and deduction to solve a true crime mystery!
  • Discover the chilling crimes and murders of 19th-century Edinburgh.
  • Explore the old town that influenced the creation of history's most famous detective.
  • Learn the grisly details and gruesome facts of the body snatchers in Greyfriars Cemetery.
In a nutshell

2 hours

Private

English

Wheelchair Friendly

Cancellation Policy
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What’s Included:

A Sherlock Holmes expert for 2 hrs / Some thrills / And of course- fun!

Milestones:

Upper old Town / Upper New Town / Calton Hill
Overview

Far from “elementary!” our Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour of Edinburgh, designed with teens in mind, retraces the life of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, revealing the secrets behind his inspiration for the world’s most famous detective. Along the way, you’ll be invited to solve a challenging true crime mystery that will test everyone’s powers of observation, deduction and logical reasoning!

Why Edinburgh?

Good question! If you are a Sherlock Holmes fan you will know that Scotland itself plays little part in the Sherlock Holmes mysteries, most of which were set in London. But without Edinburgh there would be no Sherlock Holmes, because this is the birthplace of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who, ironically, is not as well-known as his iconic character!

Born in 1859, it is a statue of his most famous creation and not himself which stands resplendent at Picardy Place Island, once the location of Conan Doyle’s original home.

As he grew up, in the wake of the Industrial revolution of the 19th-Century, the population of Edinburgh increased enormously and with it, crime! Conan Doyle was fascinated as much by the intricacies of the city’s labyrinthine streets and alleys as by the crimes themselves, and while he studied to be a doctor at Edinburgh Medical School, he dreamt of writing detective stories.

As a student, Arthur Conan Doyle was tutored by Dr Joseph Bell who was himself famed at the time for his adherence to the principles of observation and logical deduction when making his medical diagnoses. He was also a doctor consulting for the Scottish Police, there were plenty of crimes for Dr Bell to help solve! He is considered as the father of the scientific police,

Along the tour, you will learn how Arthur Conan Doyle wove Dr Bell’s knowledge of medicine and the justice systems into his novels, and how the character and idiosyncrasies of his very own tutor became the foundation of the most-played human character in cinematic history and changed crime investigation in real life!

We visit Greyfriars Cemetery where body snatchers stole bodies from graves; learn how the infamous Burke and Hare, who went on a murderous spree in the early 1800s killing 16 victims before being caught, influenced the young Conan Doyle; then on to the Grassmarket where regular hangings took place. It is said their ghosts fuelled his obsession with mysticism and his unfaltering belief in the afterlife.

So far, so scary!

If you want an authentic 1880s experience (and who wouldn’t?), take our tour in the evening. Come with us as we follow in his footsteps wandering down Edinburgh’s dark and narrow alleyways, mysterious unlit closes and the ‘wynds’ of the Old Town, where the grisly murders and unsolved mysteries fed his young and fertile imagination.

And as for solving those puzzles, take a tip from Sherlock Holmes himself:

“…when you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth”. ​

And if you look for a visit more dedicated to younger children at Edinburgh, have a look at our Harry Potter Kids Tour!

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FAQ

Is this tour suitable for young children?

The tour has been designed with teenagers in mind (13 years and over), but if you think your younger kids have detective talents and a crime-solving mind, then absolutely bring them along!

Do we need to be fans of Sherlock Holmes?

Not at all! The tour is a fantastic way to discover the city and learn interesting facts about Edinburgh of the past, including the justice system, medicine and mysterious unsolved murders! There is definitely something for everyone!

Do we stay in one place?

No, this is a walking tour of the Old Town, where you will follow in the footsteps of Conan Doyle, discovering all the ancient alleys and passageways that influenced his stories.

What is the best time of day to do the tour?

You can take the tour starting at any time of day between 10.am and 6.pm, but if you like a spooky tour to get the goosebumps standing on your neck, take the tour in the evening for an authentic atmosphere! Departure times are  7.pm, 8.pm or 9pm (except on Tuesdays and Fridays).

PLEASE NOTE: If you take a tour in winter or autumn, be sure to bring warm layers and protection from the rain.

Can the guide meet us at our hotel?

Yes this is possible with an extra charge of 80€. Just mention it at time of booking.

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Price

2

Size of Party

€520

Total Price

3

Size of Party

€520

Total Price

4

Size of Party

€520

Total Price

5

Size of Party

€560

Total Price

6

Size of Party

€600

Total Price

What if we have more than 6 people?? Or we want to customize our trip?? Oh no! Just kidding, no problem is too big for us! 
Leave us a message on our contact page, and a member of our superhero team will work some magic to make your dreams come true!

Starting point
in front of Maggie Dickson pub, 92 Grassmarket, Edinburgh
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Cancellation Policy

      • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for tours with tickets we charge a 20% cancellation fee; for the Eiffel Tower and Versailles tours (see below for specific cancellation charges).
      • Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

      For Eiffel Tower activities:

      • Cancellations made 5 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a 60% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 5 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

      For Versailles:

      • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will be charged a 250€ cancellation fee.
      • Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

      For Workshops and Classes:

      • Cancellations made 10 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 10 days of the workshop/class will be charged in full.

      For cruises, Tuk-tuk & Sidecar:

      • Cancellations made 10 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund.
      • Cancellations made between 10 days and 5 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 5 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for the tours with tickets we charge a 25% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund. 
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For Workshops and Classes:

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.  
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your workshop/class will be charged in full. 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for the tours with tickets we charge a 25% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund. 
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For Workshops and Classes:

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.  
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your workshop/class will be charged in full.