The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh
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2 hours
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Mountebank the original and best comedy walking tour of Edinburgh and the only tour of the city led by a professional, award winning stand-up comedian and historian with a Master degree in Scottish history. Since starting in 2019 Mountebank's success has attracted copy cat 'comedy' tours but Mountebank is the original, best and only tour led by an actual stand-up comic and historian!
Your guide is Edinburgh based stand-up comic and historian Daniel Downie - and his trusty sidekick Brahan the dog! Daniel has brought several sell-out shows all about Scotland to the Edinburgh Fringe. He has been described as 'outstanding' and 'must see' by the Scotsman newspaper and his show about Mary Queen of Scots was named 'Best History Show' at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Mountebank is all about the hysterical and ridiculous nature of Scotland's history, people, language, weather - all things Scottish basically! So come along and laugh a lot while you learn a little :)
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
*Strictly for ages 16 and over
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Monkey Barrel Comedy
The tour starts at the world famous Monkey Barrel Comedy club where I find out a little about you, you learn a little more about me (more than you probably care to know!) I teach you some of my favourite Scottish vocabulary and then we set off on our Old Town adventure..!!
Royal Mile
Edinburgh's most iconic and historic High Street
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Mountebank Comedy Walk
Reviews
1,824 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
M4799ZJjoanm,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was very informative and very funny will definitely recommend to friends and family
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Simply THE best tour in Edinburgh 🙌🏻 🏴
angela poulter,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I can’t recommend this enough! What a superb few hours we spent walking around the centre of Edinburgh being guided & entertained by Daniel (& his lovely dog). Plenty of facts, good humour and legendary tales. Would do this again in a heartbeat 🏴
Highly entertaining walk of Edinburgh Old Town
Curious07762258168,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Daniel was entertaining and informing throughout the tour. His dig Bran was gorgeous and well behaved. Was looking for a walking tour with a difference and this one definitely delivered. We'll worth it. Highly recommended to those not easily offended.
A Great Hysterial / Historical Tour
H5170GGleannes,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Easily the most entertaining historical tour we've ever experienced. Daniel was extremely funny & engaging throughout. A great guide! Would highly recommend Daniel's tour & star dog Bran 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟
A great fun tour of Edinburgh.
James C,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed Danny's tour. Very funny and very knowledgeable. 2 hours flew by. We would definitely recommend to anyone with a sense of humour.
Fun fun fun
Sophie B,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous knowledgeable and funny special tour guide ! Plenty to learn and lots of laughter. 2 hours very well spent, strongly recommend Dan for a guided history tour & lots of laughs along the way.
Highly recommend
paulamG1257KG,Feb 20, 2026
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5.00We had a fantastic tour around Edinburgh with Daniel. It was both informative and funny. We learned a lot that we hadn't heard on other tours. Highly recommend this tour!
The Best.
robbK8580GT,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As a history buff and a lover of stand-up, this was my dream 2 hour romp around Edinburgh. Dan humorously takes you on a historical journey, accompanied by his beautifully behaved dog, Bran. Special mention for Bran's love of Susan Boyle.
Bucket list Activity
Gilli4321,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walk with Daniel, lots of fun and very informative. Definitely a must do in Edinburgh. The other group walks (of which there were many) looked extremely boring in comparison. Book this one.
Absolutely hilarious!
michaelbK6905NA,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was unsure booking a stag for a walking tour but this did not disappoint! A hilarious but interesting tour, engaging everyone all the time, was very impressed! Would recommend to anyone!
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