10 Jun 2023 – today’s primary activity is a planned historical tour of Old Town Edinburgh. Giles Church – famous central Presbyterian church where the (in)famous John Knox was among the first to lead Scotland against Catholicism Christ m the mid-1500s.

Next down one of the narrow alleys (called a ‘close’) where we saw the Literary Museum. Next to Greyfriars Kirkyard – church and cemetery

Next the Grass Market – which began as the slums and low rent district of Edinburgh and the neighborhood of criminals and thugs. The main square here held the gallows – which were frequently used. Several legends lead to pubs and streets referring to some of these – such as The Last Drop and Maggie Dickson’s. Next a stop in front of the National Museum, where our tour ended. Quick peek inside, then off for fish and chips in a pub while watching the Champions League final.