News & stories from Edinburgh's award-winning walking tour company

Five must-see historic locations in Edinburgh

6 July 2022

By Scott Booth, Mercat Storyteller Edinburgh has a lot of history. If you were to join us for any...

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5 Key Events that took place at Edinburgh Castle

23 June 2022

By Mark Clement It's hard to miss Edinburgh Castle when visiting Scotland's capital....

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The Story of Burke and Hare

8 June 2022

Uncover the dark secrets of Edinburgh's past and the Blair Street Underground Vaults on an...

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Things to do in Edinburgh in June 2022

2 June 2022

Summer is just around the corner! Will you be in Edinburgh this June? If the answer is yes then...

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Platinum Jubilee Events in Edinburgh, Scotland

2 June 2022

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee is here with a whole host of events to celebrate the occasion...

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The history of Edinburgh's Royal Botanic Garden

26 May 2022

By Charles, Mercat Storyteller The Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh has always been a place of...

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