Grand Historic and Literary Tour of Edinburgh

Grand Historic and Literary Tour of Edinburgh

7 Hills Tours LtdProfessional company

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180 minutesBus
New for 2025! Take a whole-city deep dive into Edinburgh’s incredible history and literary connections on this luxury coach tour, presented by local doctor Moray Grigor. You’ll be taken deeper into Edinburgh than ever before as we uncover the city’s historic and literary secrets, from the sea to the southern hills. Moray’s engaging commentary will keep you entertained as we go, with imaginative recreations of events that shaped the city, plus quiz questions to keep you on your toes, with chocolately prizes to be won! Literary and historic surprises guaranteed!

About the show

Grand Historic and Literary Tour of Edinburgh is a 180-minute coach tour event presented by 7 Hills Tours Ltd, running during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025. Presented by local doctor Moray Grigor, the tour takes participants on a whole-city journey through Edinburgh's historic and literary connections by luxury coach, from the sea to the southern hills. The commentary includes imaginative recreations of events that shaped the city, quiz questions with chocolatey prizes to be won, and literary and historic surprises. Tickets are £25, with a concession price of £20, and the event is suitable for ages 12 and over.

Why see this show?

A luxury coach tour across the full city — from the sea to the southern hills — with a local doctor as your guide through Edinburgh's literary and historic secrets. Quiz questions and chocolatey prizes keep it engaging across 180 minutes; good for those who want the bigger picture of the city.

Tickets

£25 (20)

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When

Monday 18 - Friday 22 August 2025

All performances at 10:00

4 performances

Duration

180 mins

Cast

4 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Venue
Bus

Burns Monument

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Grand Historic and Literary Tour of Edinburgh?

It is a 180-minute luxury coach tour of Edinburgh presented by local doctor Moray Grigor, covering the city's historic and literary connections from the sea to the southern hills.

How long does the tour last?

The tour runs for 180 minutes.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are £25, with a concession price of £20.

What is the age guidance?

The tour is suitable for ages 12 and over.

Are there prizes?

Yes — quiz questions are included, with chocolatey prizes to be won.

Where does the tour depart from?

The tour departs from the Bus venue at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

About This Performance

Grand Historic and Literary Tour of Edinburgh is a events performance at Bus during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 180 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.

Venue: Bus

Bus is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.

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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £25

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: Audience participation

Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.

Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025

Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Grand Historic and Literary Tour of Edinburgh represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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