Join your local guide for a 90-minute walk through the Old Town to learn about the women who’ve shaped Edinburgh through the ages. From the religious rebels of the 1600s to a pioneering Scottish-Nigerian doctor who fought for equal rights in the 1930s, the city is packed with stories of women who made their mark.

We’ll start on Edinburgh Castle esplanade and walk through the Royal Mile and the historic university area to explore the stories of women who changed our skyline and our society forever. Discover prosperous merchants, brave war medics, determined suffrage activists and more, with a walking tour that uncovers the hidden half of history.

Please note:

- Pre-booking required

- We’ll be outdoors, so dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes

- Small groups of no more than 10 people, so we can socially distance

Accessibility info: We’ll walk around 3km (2 miles; roughly 30–40 minutes’ walking time) over 90 minutes with frequent stops, starting on Edinburgh Castle esplanade and finishing on Victoria Terrace. The route is mostly paved, with some cobbled areas. There are no steps or stairs, including lowered kerbs at crossing points, but there are some mild to moderate slopes. Some of our stops have benches available. To facilitate lipreading, the guide will not be wearing a mask as we’re outdoors the whole time. For a map and detailed description of the route, or any other accessibility questions, please contact enquiries@scotlandwithhannah.com