Small-Group Historic Coffee Tour in Edinburgh | 90min
Small-Group Historic Coffee Tour in Edinburgh | 90min
Small-Group Historic Coffee Tour in Edinburgh | 90min
Small-Group Historic Coffee Tour in Edinburgh | 90min
Small-Group Historic Coffee Tour in Edinburgh | 90min
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Small-Group Historic Coffee Tour in Edinburgh | 90min

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Day 1

Meet at meeting point: John's Coffee House & Tavern 1a Parliament Sqr, Edinburgh EH1 1RF, United Kingdom The meeting point is OUTSIDE of John's Coffee House & Tavern. Just off the Royal Mile, behind St Giles Cathedral on Parliament Square. We'll head underground from there.
Attractions and Activities: The Lost Close - Events & Experiences (Ticket included) We have exclusive access to a hidden, underground space, which was once a coffee house dating back to the 18th century, used by prosecutors and pirates alike. For the second half of our tour, we'll be exploring a series of underground rooms, where we'll drink coffee and finish our tour. There are also toilets and water available here. 45 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Old Town (Free entry) The Old Town of Edinburgh has a rich history of coffee houses, we'll visit a few of the locations on a walk. For the first half of the tour, we will be outside exploring the closes and wynds, the narrow alleys of Edinbuurgh's Historic Old Town. Most of the ancient coffee houses have long since perished, through fire or changing business, and we'll be hunting these down on our adventure. 45 min(s)
Guests leave on their own: John's Coffee House & TavernEnd the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion 1a Parliament Sqr, Edinburgh EH1 1RF, United Kingdom The meeting point is OUTSIDE of John's Coffee House & Tavern. Just off the Royal Mile, behind St Giles Cathedral on Parliament Square. We'll head underground from there.


*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.
Product details
There's no tour like it in Edinburgh! A walking tour specifically around the history of the coffee trade in Scotland. Begin your journey at John's Coffee House & Tavern, originally opened in 1688 and once frequented by Enlightenment thinkers like Adam Smith and David Hume. Sip a freshly brewed cup from Edinburgh roaster Common Coffee as you explore the role of coffee houses in Scotland's intellectual and social history. From there, your guide will lead you on a walking tour of key historic sites tied to Edinburgh's early coffee culture, revealing how coffee arrived in Scotland and how it helped shape conversation, commerce, and community in the capital. Your tour ends with a second coffee at The Lost Close, an atmospheric underground vault hidden beneath the city and sealed for nearly 200 years after the Great Fire of 1824
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What's included
Access to The Lost Close, unique underground venue
Experienced Local Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Eligibility
Adult: Age 18 to 59
How to use
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
 
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Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 00:00, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 00:00 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Important note

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The tour is strictly for adults. Children under 18 and infants under 1 year old cannot be accommodated.

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