Overview
Mountebank is a hysterical and completely unique walking tour of Edinburgh and the only tour of the city led by a professional, award winning stand-up comedian. Since starting in 2019 Mountebank's success has attracted copy cat 'comedy' tours but Mountebank is the original, best and only tour led by an actual stand-up comic and historian!
Your guide is Edinburgh based stand-up comic Daniel Downie - and his trusty sidekick Brahan the dog! Daniel has brought several sell-out shows all about Scotland to the Edinburgh Fringe and is currently studying for a Masters degree in Scottish history.
Daniel has been described as 'outstanding' and 'must see' by the Scotsman newspaper and his show about Mary Queen of Scots was named 'Best History Show' at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Mountebank is all about the hysterical and ridiculous nature of Scotland's history, people, language, weather - all things Scottish basically! So come along and laugh a lot while you learn a little :)
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Guide
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The meeting point is 'Monkey Barrel Comedy Club' on Blair Street in the Old Town, I'll be the guy dressed in a kilt with a big fluffy dog :)
- Please note the tour is strictly for ages 16+
- Fluent English is necessary to enjoy the tour fully, I have a Scottish accent some find hard to understand
End point
Finishing point is subject to change, route may change but finishing point will always be in the Old Town
Good to know
Thank you for booking, I look forward to welcoming you on your hysterical and historical tour of Edinburgh :)
*Please be aware
-this tour is strictly for ages 16+
-I take my big friendly dog Brahan on tours, if you do not like dogs or are planning on taking your on doggo if you could please let me know
-This is Scotland please should be prepared for inclement weather regardless of the time of year.
-Bring your best patter!
What to expect
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Monkey Barrel Comedy
15 min
The tour starts at the world famous Monkey Barrel Comedy club where I find out a little about you, you learn a little more about me (more than you probably care to know!) I teach you some of my favourite Scottish vocabulary and then we set off on our Old Town adventure..!!
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Royal Mile
10 min
Edinburgh's most iconic and historic High Street
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Mercat Cross
10 min
The spot where trade occurred in medieval Edinburgh as well as everything from royal proclamations to punishments
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St Giles' Cathedral
10 min
The most significant religious site in the old town it played a key role in the reformation and is the resting place of swashbuckling characters such as the 'Great Montrose'
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Writers' Museum
10 min
We stop outside the Writers museum for a comic take on some of Edinburgh's most famous literary figures
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Edinburgh Castle
10 min
We stop for a stunning panorama of the south side of Edinburgh castle and learn about the daring raid of Edinburgh Castle by Sir Thomas Randolph in March 1314
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Grassmarket
10 min
Edinburgh's centre for law and disorder a bustling market place where justice was handed out in the form of public executions.
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Greyfriars
15 min
Our final stop is Greyfriars Kirkyard steeped in historical significance, gruesome stories of Edinburgh's bodysnatchers, ghosts, Harry Potter and of course Edinburgh's most famous dog Greyfriars Bobby
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- *Strictly for ages 16 and over
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh
Can I cancel The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is 'Monkey Barrel Comedy Club' on Blair Street in the Old Town, I'll be the guy dressed in a kilt with a big fluffy dog :) …
What's included?
- Guide
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Monkey Barrel Comedy, Royal Mile, Mercat Cross, St Giles' Cathedral, Writers' Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by The Mountebank Tour of Edinburgh
