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Edinburgh Historic Blair Street Vaults Tour

 

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Description

See the other side of Edinburgh's Old Town and discover the beguiling Blair Street Underground Vaults. Explore the 18th-century caverns and learn about the city's Georgian history.

Cancellation Policy

  • Any cancellations made after 10:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.

Activity Detail

Inclusion

  • English-speaking guide

Min/Max Quantity To Book

  • Max Qty: 8 (Maximum tickets can be booked)

Start Timings

  • 10:00,  12:00,  14:00,  16:00

Duration

  • 1 (hrs)

Check In/Pickup Location Details

  • Please meet at the Mercat Cross fifteen minutes before the start of the tour where you will be met by a Mercat Tours Representative beside the branded Mercat advertising boards.
    The Mercat Cross is an 8-sided stone monument on the Royal Mile, next to St Giles Cathedral and opposite the City Chambers.
    Please see the attached map below:
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Restrictions

  • Guests who are suffering from the ill-effects of the excessive consumption alcohol or are under the influence of alcohol on the day of the activity, are not permitted to participate in this activity.
  • This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
  • Children 5 years old and above can participate in this activity.
  • Guests with heart and cardiovascular issues are not permitted to participate in this activity.
  • Baby strollers are not permitted under any circumstances on this tour.
  • Guests should be of moderate fitness level to participate in this activity.

Additional Notes

  • This activity operates regardless of weather.
  • As a precaution against the COVID-19 pandemic, the activity provider has increased hygiene provision for the team with hand sanitizers and regular handwashing reminders.
  • Use of audio guides will be temporarily unavailable, in line with the COVID-19 preventive measures.

Schedule

Edinburgh Historic Blair Street Vaults Tour
09:45:00 Check-in at Mercat Cross

Day: Day1
10:00:00 Start of Tour
Begin your excursion at High Street and discover a whole new world located below South Bridge. Learn about the fascinating history of its storied halls.
Day: Day1
Underground Vaults
Delve into Edinburgh's underground world. Marvel at the 18th-century engineering as you explore Blair Street Underground Vaults' nooks and crannies. Hear why were the vaults built and who used them.
Day: Day1
Discovery Room
Cap off the tour at the Discovery Room. Admire and touch 19th-century artifacts. Get a deeper look into the fascinating caverns as you admire 3D models and displays of the historic walls.
Day: Day1
11:15:00 Tour Ends at Blair Street Underground Vaults

Day: Day1

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