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Empowering Change: Uncover History with a Crime & Punishment Storytelling Tour

  • 1.5 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Edinburgh

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Embark on an ethical Crime & Punishment tour, led by guides who have triumphed over homelessness themselves, supporting a social enterprise committed to alleviating homelessness through tourism. Explore captivating tales of thieves and murderers in the city, while gaining insight into contemporary justice systems and local organizations dedicated to aiding our most vulnerable community members. Book now and directly support guides affected by homelessness, on top of that, part of the Withlocals fee is waived and given to the project.

Destination
Edinburgh, Scotland
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
1.5 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English
Included
  • Private Guide
  • 15% of the tours costs go to the charity
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

6 reasons to book this tour

  • By booking you will be donating to an AMAZING cause!
  • Can be customized to your wishes
  • Learn about homelessness when visiting Edinburgh
  • Connect with a knowledgeable local
  • Become educated and knowledgeable about an important topic
  • Discover a different side of the city

What you can expect

Empowering Change: Uncover History with a Crime & Punishment Storytelling Tour in Edinburgh - 50097196776_519d7731cc_o.jpg

At Withlocals, we are all about creating positive impacts in the destinations we run in. But we know it’s not just us that want to create positive impacts, travelers do too! That’s why we have curated a perfect experience for you to give back EVEN MORE during your stay in Edinburgh! Our Crime & Punishment tour led by locals affected by homelessness is the perfect way to do just that. In this experience, you will see some of Edinburgh's top sights including Greyfriars Bobby, St Giles Cathedral & Tron Chruch as well as social projects going on within the city.

But that's not all - by participating in this experience, you'll be directly supporting an NGO that works tirelessly to improve homelessness as we waive part of the service fee for this experience and donate it directly to the NGO.

Not only will you be contributing to a great cause, you'll also hear about Edinburgh's often dark history from a new perspective. You’ll also get to meet the community, hear their stories and gain a deeper understanding of some of the issues taking place in Edinburgh.

Traveling is a chance to truly get to meet people from all facets of life, and this experience will be your chance to truly give back and make a difference. So why not make your trip even more meaningful and join your host for this unforgettable experience?

Any special requests? No problem, our hosts are experts and can customize the tour around your wishes!

Choose your local

Get to know these 4 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

  • Chris - Entwined in the fabric of Edinburgh, history and present.

    Chris

    Entwined in the fabric of Edinburgh, history and present.

    5.014 reviews
    English
  • GJ - The Enthusiastic, Entertaining Local

    GJ

    The Enthusiastic, Entertaining Local

    4.910 reviews
    English
  • Gains - Your Local Historian

    Gains

    Your Local Historian

    4.87 reviews
    English
  • Sonny - Invisible (Edinburgh) Team

    Sonny

    Invisible (Edinburgh) Team

    4.913 reviews
    English

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at Outside the Maggie Kicksons Pub - Edinburgh to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. Give back!

    By taking part in this experience, you will also be donating to an enterprise dedicated to reducing homelessness in Edinburgh.

  4. Learn & Grow

    Experience a unique and unforgettable activity or tour that offers an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a positive impact.

  5. Get to know Edinburgh deeply

    Gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the local culture, traditions, and issues faced by the community.

  6. Create a connection

    Interact with passionate and knowledgeable hosts who are committed to providing a memorable and impactful experience.

  7. Make Memories

    Create lasting memories and make new connections with like-minded locals who share a passion for giving back and making a positive impact.

  8. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

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Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
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