Explore the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults with access no other tour company can offer, then head to the Canongate graveyard, where the spirits of the dead await.
It might be something to do with the change in temperature. Or the perpetual darkness. Or the ever smaller rooms, stretching beyond the weak beam of a torch. Whatever the reason, there’s something unsettling about the Blair Street Underground Vaults – and your expert Mercat guide will reveal the troubling tales on this evening walking tour.
Cannibals. Body snatchers. Deals with the Devil. And that’s before we head underground.
Torture. Murder. Hangings. And that’s just what went on in the vaults.
A walk along dim streets to the Canongate graveyard will bring you to the resting place of the city’s most famous figures: Adam Smith, the father of economics; David Rizzio, the lover of Mary Queen of Scots; and James Douglas, 3rd Marquess of Queensberry – the infamous cannibal of the Canongate.
EXEMPTIONS
The following groups are eligible for free access to the Grands Appartements tour, on presentation of the relevant ID :
- under 18s ;
- long-term EU residents of any nationality, aged 18 to 25 ;
- registered disabled persons or war veterans (plus personal assistant) ;
- those receiving minimum pension payments, single parent benefit, unemployment allowance or similar welfare payments ;
- Pass Education holders ;
- university and art school students ;
- public museum conservation and research staff, Ministry of Culture and INHA (Institut national d’histoire de l’art) staff ;
- journalists with a valid press pass ;
- conference speakers and tour guides ;
- ICOM and ICOMOS members ;
- bus drivers accompanying groups ;
- school tour guides/assistants (limited to one per seven students)
- members of the Société des amis et mécènes du château de Fontainebleau (SAMCF).
Zakopane - the winter capital of Poland is sure to impress you with its stunning mountain landscapes and unspoiled nature. Discover the highland culture and traditions and get a taste of the local cuisine.
The tour gives you the opportunity to admire the panorama of the beautiful Polish mountains. You can choose the way you will spend your time in Tatra Mountains- pick from relaxing time in thermal pools, walk with breathtaking views on Gubałówka Mountain or discover Zakopane Town attractions at your own pace. Choose „Thermal Pools” option and spend whole day in the biggest thermal pools in Poland. Take advantage of the relax in hot mineral water admiring picturesque view on the Tatra Mountains. There are 13 different pools for you to jump in! Water temperature of 36C allows you to enjoy the bath even in the winter, surrounded by the snow. With „Gubałówka” option, you will get access to the most famous Funicular in Poland. After going up, you will have time to admire the views, taste original Highlanders' cuisine and buy traditional souvenirs. And don’t worry, we will get you back down to the town right after! If you don’t like to be bounded by schedule and love to organize time on your own, you should decently choose the regular ticket option. It allows you to discover Zakopane town at your own pace.
Estimated timetable (may change depending on traffic):
9:00 - Plac Szczepański 8 - Discover Cracow Visitor Centre
11:00 Chochołowskie Thermal Pools
11:45 Gubałówka Funicular
Free time
16:15 Gubałówka Funicular
17:00 Chochołowskie Thermal Pools
19:00 - Plac Szczepański 8 - Discover Cracow Visitor Centre
Please make sure to be 15 minutes before pickup time at the meeting points.
Please make sure to be at least 5 minutes prior to pickup time after visiting chosen attraction in order to avoid missing the transport back.
Please note that temperatures in the mountains are lower than in other regions.