Sandeman's Free Edinburgh Tour

The Sandeman's free tour of Edinburgh is a fantastic way to get a brief overview into the history of the Old Town of Edinburgh. It runs twice a day at 11am and 1pm beginning outside 124 High Street. The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and is as, and if not more entertaining than most you shall find in the city. My guide for the day was Ronnie. His passion for the city and its history was evident and he was able to answer most questions thrown at him (no mean feat in a city so overwhelmingly steeped in history!) Our party contained approximately 30 people spanning all the continents and he showed a great aptitude in being able to bond with one and all making the tour not only historically accurate but also riotously entertaining!

As the tour is free you can expect large groups and so if looking for a more intimate tour this may not be for you. However, if you want a fun filled afternoon then don your warmest coat, hat, gloves, scarf.... perhaps an umbrella too and take the tour!

The Museum of Childhood

The Museum of Childhood, 42 High Street, opened In 1955, the first ever museum in the world to specialise in the history of childhood. A great museum for children and adults alike, housing a fine collection of toys, games, dolls and much more from around the globe. Five galleries in total including a wealth of knowledge of how children were educated and reared over the decades. Sadly is now a little dated and would benefit from a facelift, but remains a definite favourite with one and all who visit.

A great place to spend an hour and marvel at the toys of yesteryear!