Thunderdices Edinburgh: The Origins of Sherlock Holmes
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"Coming back to Edinburgh, is to me, like coming home," - Charles Dickens
Edinburgh remains at the top of many bucket lists. With it being one of the most walkable cities with historical architecture, rich culture and quaint streets that provide a beautiful backdrop for unforgettable photographs; and now you're invited to explore the magical city of the city when you immerse yourself into Thunderdices incredible walking tours.
Everything you need-to-know about The Origins of Sherlock Holmes Tour:
- Duration: 2-hours
- Age Restrictions: Suitable for ages 8+
- Meeting Point: Maggie Dickson's Pub, Edinburgh, EH1 2JR
- Type: Private
- Please bring: Warm clothes, comfortable shoes, fancy dress is optional, raincoats, umbrellas. Please bring your booking confirmation with you.
The Origins of Sherlock Holmes Tour:
Head to Edinburgh and step foot in Arthur Conan Doyle's world-famous footsteps, as you discover the city of Edinburgh in the 19th-Century and uncover the crimes and murderers that provided inspiration for the most famous detective in the world:
- Learn how the city of Edinburgh influenced Arthur Conan Doyle's imagination and spurred him to create Sherlock Holmes
- Discover fascinating facts! Did you know that Sherlock's deductive process was based on Doyle's medical studies at Surgeons' Hall?
- Navigate the mesmerising parallels between Edinburgh's history and the legendary detective stories
- Walk through Edinburgh's mysterious Dark Alleys and solve Sherlock puzzles using Holmes methods
- Stroll along the Royal Mile and find the real-life locations that inspired Arthur Conan Doyle
- Explore Greyfriars Cemetery as you learn how body snatchers went about their business, learning how Burke and Hare inspired Conan Doyle
- Experience the haunting Grassmarket, where 15th-Century executions would take place; their ghosts fueled Conan Doyle's mysticism and beliefs in the afterlife
- Enjoy wandering around the city that has inspired many great writers and authors
- Experience a unique and immersive guided tour!
Book Thunderdices tickets for some of the best tours in Edinburgh and enjoy family-friendly tours and experiences in Scotland!
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How to find us
Meeting Point for Sherlock Holmes in Edinburgh:
- Address: 92 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2JR
- Meet in front of Maggie Dickson's Pub
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- Look out for the guides in bowler hats or deerstalkers!
The following is a list of tours and age restrictions. Please ensure everyone in your party is of appropriate age to participate in the tour.
- The Edinburgh of JK Rowling's Harry Potter: Suitable for 8+
- The Edinburgh of Sherlock Holmes & Puzzles: Suitable for all ages
- Edinburgh's Strange and Secret History: Suitable for all ages
- Welcome to the Edinburgh Wizarding School: Suitable for all ages
- Wand-making Classes: Suitable for all ages
- Outlander and Jacobites: Suitable for all ages
- Sherlock Holmes Lightening Case: Suitable for all ages
- Edinburgh School of Magic: Suitable for all ages
Please note: Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
To check the meeting point, please check 'Location' on your chosen tour page.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of Edinburgh City, the tours are not recommended as wheelchair accessible. This is due to the Old Town being located on a lot of steep slopes, which may present some difficulties for wheelchair users.