Why choose this Edinburgh tour ?
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 🙂
Make the most of your Edinburgh adventure
What makes The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh a unique experience ?
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..!!
Edinburgh’s most iconic and historic High Street
The spot where trade occurred in medieval Edinburgh as well as everything from royal proclamations to punishments
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’
We stop outside the Writers museum for a comic take on some of Edinburgh’s most famous literary figures
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
Edinburgh’s centre for law and disorder a bustling market place where justice was handed out in the form of public executions.
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
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- *Strictly for ages 16 and over
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by The Mountebank Tour of Edinburgh.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1441 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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!
