Scottish Church History, Reformation And Presbyterian Heritage Tour
2 h
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Stop At: St Giles' Cathedral, High Street Historic Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RE Scotland
We begin near the Cathedral with an overview of Scotland's Church history and hear about the history of the building focusing on it's connection to the Reformation and the Covenanters. We will visit the grave of the great Reformer John Knox nearby and hear about his life and legacy.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: 21 Grassmarket Old Town, Edinburgh EH1 2HS Scotland
The Grassmarket was the place of public executions in Edinburgh and the place where many martyrs died for their faith. Hear their story.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Greyfriars Kirkyard, Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh EH1 2QQ Scotland
There are many stops within the Kirkyard that is relevant to Scotland's Church history and in particularly the Reformation and Covenanters. We will stop at several locations to hear many stories.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Magdalen Chapel, Magdalene Chapel 41 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JR Scotland
We will visit one of Edinburgh's oldest buildings which is rich in Reformation history.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF Scotland
We will visit the Reformation section of the museum to see artefacts that are relevant to that period. We will also hear some heartbreaking but inspirational accounts of several martyrs.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: St Giles' Cathedral, High Street Historic Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RE Scotland
We will finish back outside St Giles, this time at the Mercat Cross where we will hear more accounts of individuals and recap the history we learnt.
Duration: 10 minutes
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: St Giles' Cathedral, High Street Historic Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RE Scotland
We begin near the Cathedral with an overview of Scotland's Church history and hear about the history of the building focusing on it's connection to the Reformation and the Covenanters. We will visit the grave of the great Reformer John Knox nearby and hear about his life and legacy.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: 21 Grassmarket Old Town, Edinburgh EH1 2HS Scotland
The Grassmarket was the place of public executions in Edinburgh and the place where many martyrs died for their faith. Hear their story.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Greyfriars Kirkyard, Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh EH1 2QQ Scotland
There are many stops within the Kirkyard that is relevant to Scotland's Church history and in particularly the Reformation and Covenanters. We will stop at several locations to hear many stories.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Magdalen Chapel, Magdalene Chapel 41 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JR Scotland
We will visit one of Edinburgh's oldest buildings which is rich in Reformation history.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF Scotland
We will visit the Reformation section of the museum to see artefacts that are relevant to that period. We will also hear some heartbreaking but inspirational accounts of several martyrs.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: St Giles' Cathedral, High Street Historic Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RE Scotland
We will finish back outside St Giles, this time at the Mercat Cross where we will hear more accounts of individuals and recap the history we learnt.
Duration: 10 minutes
Included
- Entry/Admission - Magdalen Chapel
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
90%
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