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Why it made the universeTripadvisor 2026 #6
Historic Places
The Real Mary King's Close
Edinburgh · Scotland · United Kingdom
GBRTicket required55.9501° N · 3.1900° WHistoric Site
Visit today
- Opening hours
- Tour times vary seasonally; June 9:00 AM–9:00 PM, July and Aug 1–24 9:00 AM–10:00 PM, Aug 25–31 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.
- Last entry
- Last scheduled tour varies by date; check live booking calendar.
- Time to allow
- The Signature guided tour lasts approximately 1 hour.
Tickets & entry
- Tickets
- Yes — guided tour capacity is limited and advance booking is strongly recommended.
- Price
- 2026 standard adult ticket £28.50; seasonal promotions and other ticket types may vary.
Getting there
- Accessibility
- The historic underground route is not wheelchair accessible. The tour includes 58 steps down and 38 steps up, with uneven surfaces and steep inclines; support chairs can be arranged in advance.
Know before you go
- House rules
- Arrive about 10 minutes before the booked tour. The standard tour is not suitable for children under 5. Sturdy footwear is recommended because of uneven historic surfaces and steep inclines.
Record status
- Selection
- canonical anchor selected
- Video research
- EXACT-MATCH VERIFIED — CARD READY
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Map & location
2 Warriston's Close, High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1PG, United Kingdom
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