The walk will start near Register Housewith an introduction of Edinburgh history that influencedthe development of the New Town. As we approach the main axis of the area, the group will discover theprinciples behind the masterplan of theNew Town, designedto chime with enlightenment ideas in a graphical form, and glorify the union between Scotland and England.
Your guide will compare the villasby Robert Adam and William Chambers and surprise you with an unexpected ensemble in Thistle Court.
To escape the hustle and bustle of the streets, we will enter the private Queen street gardens to admire the Georgian landscapes.
Around the corner you will discover the allegedly oldest Masonic lodge in the world.
Your guide will explain thetypical elements of the New Town such as sunken basements, underground vaults, prolific chimneys, and fanlight windows. As we get up and close with the townhouses, various stone finishes will also be introduced.
Once out of the main boulevard, George street, the group will admire the magnificent palatial facades of Robert Adam's Charlotte Square and appreciate beautiful ironworksuch as streetlights, railings and bootscrapers.
Having exploredthe gridiron network of the first New Town, the group will enter the Greek Revival crescents of the Moray Estate andlearn the true reason behind blind windows in Georgian architecture.
We will complete our itinerary in the most photographed lane in Edinburgh, Circus Mews, previously a servicestreet used only to keep horses and coaches.
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Free Cancellation
- Duration: 2 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
Tours start 10am and 2pm everyday subject to daylight and availability.
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Departure Details :
6 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3EG, UK
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Return Details :
Bute House, 5 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh EH2 4DR, UK
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Cancellation Policy : For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Atour of New Town, just north of Princes Street. Learn about principles and details of Georgian Neoclassical planning and architecture during the walk through rational, ordered, symmetrical grid of streets of extravagant townhouses and romantic landscapes of private gardens.Know More about this tour
Inclusions
Local taxes
Local guide
Exclusions
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Not wheelchair accessible
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate