Paul, an Edinburgh local, will give you a tour of Leith, a buzzing port district located in the northern part of the city which is rich in local history.
History of the Trainspotting Generation 1.5 Hours From
Summary Description
Highlights
- Leith
- Shore
- Leith
- Shore
Description
Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural worlds of Leith and Shore, two of Edinburgh’s most famous neighborhoods while you listen to to Paul’s own story detailing his life growing up and living in Leith. Learn about the history of the “Trainspotting Generation,” the young people who were affected by the area’s pervasive heroin addiction issue through Paul’s passionate explanation of literature and films surrounding the topic. Your adventure will begin at Kirkgate, one of the oldest streets in the district where you will learn about the most iconic buildings in Leith and progress as Paul brings alive the stories of Leith’s most famous characters, guiding you through your truly unique experience of some of Edinburgh’s most historic and colorful areas.
Paul, an Edinburgh local, will give you a tour of Leith, a buzzing port district located in the northern part of the city which is rich in local history. Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural worlds of Leith and Shore, two of Edinburgh’s most famous neighborhoods while you listen to to Paul’s own story detailing his life growing up and living in Leith. Learn about the history of the “Trainspotting Generation,” the young people who were affected by the area’s pervasive heroin addiction issue through Paul’s passionate explanation of literature and films surrounding the topic.
Included / Excluded
- Guided Tour
- Guided Tour
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Scottish Merchant Navy Memorial, Shore, Leith, Edinburgh, UK
Commentary
Audio : English
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
Tour revenue will be invested in providing support for our tour guides, who have all been affected by homelessness. If you can donate, any extra amount will be greatly appreciated and very helpful.
| History of the Trainspotting Generation | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 99 years) | £12.00 |
About operator:
Invisible Cities is a Social Enterprise. This means we are a social business with a social conscience. We don't believe in labels or stereotypes and we want to show that everyone has great potential, a fact reflected in our tour guides. We train people affected by homelessness to become walking tour guides of their own city and offer these alternative tours to tourists and locals.
Basic Information
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
Operating hours
| Sun | 03:00 PM |
| Mon | 03:00 PM |
| Tue | 03:00 PM |
| Wed | 03:00 PM |
| Thu | 03:00 PM |
| Fri | 03:00 PM |
| Sat | 03:00 PM |
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