A Story 40 Years in the Telling
Edinburgh, 30th January 2025 — Mercat Tours has launched its 40th-anniversary celebrations...
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Storytelling as a Human Connection
As we begin recruiting new team members, we’re thinking about the power of storytelling and...
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Things to Do in Edinburgh This Winter
Beat the winter blues this season with our list of the best things to do in Edinburgh. From escaping...
Read StoryWho Was Mr. Boots, The Watcher? - Edinburgh Vaults Ghosts
Hidden away underneath the bustling city centre lies a world full of echoes from the past. Uncover...
Read StoryWhy Christmas Was Banned in Scotland for 4 Centuries
Explore the secrets of the city’s past on an Edinburgh history tour and hear the stories of...
Read Story5 Famous Outlander Locations in Edinburgh
Explore the real history of Outlander on an Edinburgh Outlander Experience tour. Outlander...
Read Story8 Books Set in Edinburgh — Or Inspired by Its History
From hauntings to heritage, let’s take a look at some of the literature inspired by our...
Read StoryWhat Is a Spell Jar?
Samhuinn, or Halloween, is rooted in Scottish traditions and Celtic lore. It is thought to be the...
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