Private tour in Edinburgh Irene M
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Irene M.
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Born in Milan, I spent my adult life in Edinburgh where I moved in 2009. This wonderful city stole my heart and here I am! Throughout this period I had the chance to get to know the city and dive in its history, culture and traditions. My academic background, teaching experience and passion for history and architecture, motivate me to research and create interesting tour outlines and narratives. I enjoy sharing the fascinating history of Edinburgh with visitors and bringing the stories behind monuments and streets to life! Having worked in the Education Department of local art galleries I love creating activities for younger audiences, and I have fun working with families and kids. I am a foodie and always looking for the best eating spots in town! Artisan food producers and local business are simply the best. From traditional Scottish food (haggis, anyone?!) to modern cuisine, I'd be happy to give you insider's tips and recommend off-the-beaten path restaurants, cafes, bars and food markets. On top of food, in my hands you will also find books. An avid reader, I enjoy Scotland crime novels among other genres - nothing better than a Tartan Noir story! Despite my reluctance to sit on planes, I love travelling! While I have already ticked many places off my list, there are still many destinations I wish to visit. Guiding clients from all over the world is one of the highlights of my job: it is so enriching to meet people from different countries and share experiences. Having travelled widely makes me sensible to visitors' needs and I realise the importance of meeting expectations. For this reason, all my tours can be customise and I would love to hear from you in order to create a unique and personalised itinerary. I look forward to meeting you, and I hope my tours will make you appreciate this wonderful city as much as I do. I hold a PhD and a Masters degree in history of art from the University of Edinburgh. I have been working as a tour guide since 2015. Emergency First Aid at Work (completed in 2025). I am not a driver guide. I can accompany you in your vehicle.
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Travelling from the medieval time to the 20th century, we'll explore key highlights of the museum's collection. You’ll learn about the intricate symbols of Pictish carved stones; understand what a Viking hoard is; admire Renaissance jewels and their connection to Mary Queen of Scots; explore Jacobite material culture; see examples of Scottish tartan and tweed; appreciate Scottish design, including iconic furniture by Charles Rennie Mackintosh; and find out about Scottish inventions that shaped the modern world. This tour is customisable, please get in touch to let me know your interests so I can tailor the route inside the museum accordingly.
- The National Museum of Scotland: history and architecture (from the outside) - The Early People of Scotland: Pictish carved stones, the Romans in Scotland, Viking chess pieces - Medieval time: Robert the Bruce and the Wars of Independence - Renaissance time: Mary Queen of Scots and James VI - The Jacobites: history and material culture - Scotland and the Empire - Science and technology: from steam engine and telephone to animal genetics - Scottish Industry and Design: fashion, textiles and furniture - Window on the world: global arts and Scotland’s relationship with the world
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Chambers Street, Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom
We will meet outside of the National Museum of Scotland, entrance called 'The Tower'. This entrance is on the corner of Chambers Street, and George IV bridge. Please do not use the 'main entrance'.
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