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30 November is St Andrew’s Day, Scotland’s national day. To mark the occasion, we’ve teamed up with a host of 5 star Edinburgh attractions to offer residents with an EH postcode free or discounted entry on this special day.
Choose to learn more about Scotland’s national drink, explore one of the oldest buildings on the Royal Mile, or discover the city’s hidden history – whichever one you choose, it’s a fantastic way to enjoy Edinburgh’s unique culture.
Please note, some offers have a restricted number of tickets available.
Scotch Whisky Experience
100 free tickets to local residents
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The Scotch Whisky Experience is offering 100 locals the chance to enjoy their award-winning, 5 star Silver whisky tour experience to celebrate our national day together. There will also be a few festive treats on the evening!
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354 Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NE
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30 November 2024
- Booking is restricted to local residents with an EH postcode.
- Booking is by a special EventBrite link only.
- Tours from at 19:00, 19:15, 19:30 and 19:45
Holyrood Distillery
Holyrood Highlights Whisky complimentary tour
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Holyrood Highlights Whisky experience is the perfect choice for those who have been to a few distilleries before, or just want to see the main event! Get to know the story whilst exploring the whisky production, followed by a dram and tutored tasting of their single malt whisky.
After the tour, guests are welcome to stay in the cosy Distillery bar where they serve a range of whiskies, beers, cocktails and spirits.
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19 St Leonard’s Lane, Edinburgh, EH8 9SH
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30 November 2024
- This experience includes a 15 minute tour of the whisky production area, plus a 15 minute tasting of 1x single malt whisky.
- Please note this is not a full Distillery tour and does not include the gin production area.
- Guests must be over 18 to join this experience.
- Tickets must be booked online in advance.
- These tours are exclusively for EH residents, and tickets are complimentary. To redeem, guests must provide their postcode at the point of booking. We will conduct spot checks on arrival – guests are advised to bring proof of address such as a utility bill or ID.
- Tickets for this event cannot be exchanged for another date.
- Each tour will have capacity of 20pax
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
20% off admissions after 6pm
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Visit Camera Obscura & World of Illusions for a fun-filled experience, with something for all ages to enjoy. Over 100 interactive exhibits and panoramic rooftop views.
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549 Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2ND
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30 November 2024
- Online bookings only using code – STANDREW20
Holyrood Distillery
Holyrood Highlights Gin complimentary tour
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The perfect choice for gin lovers! In a St Andrew’s Day exclusive, the Holyrood Highlights Gin tour puts a spotlight on their upcoming ‘Homeland’ gin release, made using Scottish juniper. Get to know the story of their gin, and make your own Gin & Tonic to enjoy with a range of mixers and garnishes.
After the tour, guests are welcome to try their full Height of Arrows Gin range, or relax in the cosy Distillery bar where they serve a range of whiskies, beers, cocktails and spirits.
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19 St Leonard’s Lane, Edinburgh, EH8 9SH
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30 November 2024
- This experience includes 30 minutes in the gin production area, and a Gin & Tonic to enjoy.
- Please note this is not a full Distillery tour and does not include the whisky production area.
- Guests must be over 18 to join this experience.
- Tickets must be booked online in advance.
- These tours are exclusively for EH residents, and tickets are complimentary. To redeem, guests must provide their postcode at the point of booking. We will conduct spot checks on arrival – guests are advised to bring proof of address such as a utility bill or ID.
- Tickets for this event cannot be exchanged for another date. – Each tour will have capacity of 20pax
Mercat Tours
St Andrew’s Day Treasures of the Old Town tour, complimentary to EH residents.
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Fully booked – Missed out on the free tour? Enjoy Our Resident Rate instead. Local residents with an EH postcode can still take advantage of our special concession rate. Receive £2.00 off all adult tickets for any of our tours. Simply book on the Mercat Tours website and use the promo code ForeverEHResidents in the promo box at checkout.
Explore the hidden treasures of the Royal Mile – and let your expert guide unlock the history of this ancient seat of power. Unearth a pathway to Holyrood Palace that escapes the notice of history books and Edinburgh bus tours. Explore a lesser known but equally captivating side of Edinburgh Old Town’s vibrant history as you journey down the quiet closes of the Royal Mile.
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28 Blair Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1QR
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30 November 2024
- Availability is limited and tickets are on a first come, first served basis. A maximum of 2 tickets per booking is applicable.
- Use the promotional code STANDREW at checkout for 2 complimentary tickets on the Treasures of the Old Town Tour on St Andrew’s Day.
- For health and safety reasons we’re unable to allow children under 5 years of age on any tour.
- Tickets must be booked online in advance.
- Tickets for this tour cannot be exchanged for another date.
- This tour is exclusively for EH residents. Guests are advised to bring proof of address such as a utility bill or ID to be verified on arrival.
- The tour starts at 2pm on 30 November, departing from the Mercat Cross, an octagonal stone monument on the Royal Mile, opposite the City Chambers. You can find it using postcode EH1 1RF.
- Please note that this includes the Mercat tour only and does not include access to Holyrood Palace.
Gladstone’s Land
Free entry for residents with self-guided tour
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Join Gladstone’s Land on Saturday 30th November 2024 to celebrate St Andrew’s Day. As a thank you to local residents, they are offering free entry. Come and enjoy a self-guided tour of this hidden gem.
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477B Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2NT
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30 November 2024
- Advance online booking required.
- A specific time slot must be selected.
Real Mary Kings Close
Free adult tickets at 9.30am and 9.45am.
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Fully booked.
Explore Edinburgh’s only 17th century street and learn about your city’s hidden history at The Real Mary King’s Close.
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2 Warriston’s Close, Edinburgh, EH1 1PG
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30 November 2024
- Maximum 2 adults per booking
- Online bookings only
- Only valid for standard tickets
- Limited availability – first come, first served basis
- Not valid in conjunction with any other offer
- Use the code STANDREWS at checkout for 2 FREE adult tickets available at 9.30am and 9.45am on St Andrew’s Day.
Port of Leith Distillery
50% discount on Tour & Tasting
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Explore the incredible architecture of this unique building, understand whisky production like never before, fill your very own miniature bottle of their spirit, taste your way through an extensive selection of samples and discover the story of two whisky fans from Edinburgh who went from dreaming on a sofa to operating the world’s tallest distillery.
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11 Whisky Quay, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6FH
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30 November 2024
- Over 18’s only.
- Scottish Residents only – this should be EH residents only.
- Valid for tours on Saturday 30 November 2024 only.
- Online bookings only.
- Must book in advance.
- Maximum of 2 tickets per person.
- Not available in conjunction with any other offers.
- Valid on Tour & Tasting only. Not valid for the Distillery Dash.
- Book using code FE301150
This project is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund
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