Scottish Church History, Reformation And Presbyterian Heritage Tour

Itinerary
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Stop At: St Giles' Cathedral, High Street Historic Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RE Scotland

We begin near the Cathedral with an overview of Scotland's Church history and hear about the history of the building focusing on it's connection to the Reformation and the Covenanters. We will visit the grave of the great Reformer John Knox nearby and hear about his life and legacy.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: 21 Grassmarket Old Town, Edinburgh EH1 2HS Scotland

The Grassmarket was the place of public executions in Edinburgh and the place where many martyrs died for their faith. Hear their story.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Greyfriars Kirkyard, Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh EH1 2QQ Scotland

There are many stops within the Kirkyard that is relevant to Scotland's Church history and in particularly the Reformation and Covenanters. We will stop at several locations to hear many stories.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Magdalen Chapel, Magdalene Chapel 41 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JR Scotland

We will visit one of Edinburgh's oldest buildings which is rich in Reformation history.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF Scotland

We will visit the Reformation section of the museum to see artefacts that are relevant to that period. We will also hear some heartbreaking but inspirational accounts of several martyrs.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: St Giles' Cathedral, High Street Historic Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RE Scotland

We will finish back outside St Giles, this time at the Mercat Cross where we will hear more accounts of individuals and recap the history we learnt.

Duration: 10 minutes