Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, Greyfriars Kirk was founded in 1620 and was the first church to be built in post-Reformation Edinburgh. A guided tour of the surrounding kirkyard reveals a fascinating insight into its history, meaning and mystery.
Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard are a local charity dedicated to the better understanding, appreciation and preservation of this ancient burial ground. Through their guided tours, they aim to share their knowledge of the kirkyard’s amazing history, importance and artistry.
Exclusive offer
For local community groups, history societies, work colleagues or students in Edinburgh who wish to learn more about this valuable place of local history, Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard offer free guided tours of Greyfriars Kirkyard.
Tours can be tailored to your group’s particular interests and availability.
Enquiries can be made via the website, Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard.

Terms and conditions
- This reward is only valid for residents with an EH postcode. Contact and address details will be required when booking and on arrival (photo ID or utility bill with an EH postcode).
- Tours of the kirkyard are provided for local community groups, history societies, work colleagues or students in Edinburgh, free of charge.
- Tours can be tailored to your group’s particular interests and availability.
- Enquiries can be made via the website, Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard.
- This reward is valid until 30 December 2026.
- Advance booking is required.
- All bookings are subject to availability.
- This reward cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

This project is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund
