Burns, Bruce and Beyond Walking Tour

Tour Highlights

Step off the beaten path and unlock 800 years of Dumfries history with a local guide:

Royal Assassination: Stand on the exact spot where Robert the Bruce struck down his rival, Red Comyn, inside Greyfriars Monastery.

The Real Robert Burns: Trace the steps of Scotland's National Bard—from his favorite local pubs to the house where he drew his last breath.

Peter Pan & Neverland: See the enchanted garden that inspired J.M. Barrie’s classic tale.

Crime & Punishment: Uncover the dark history of old Dumfries Prison and the site of Scotland's final public execution.

Local Heroes & Legends: Hear the incredible true stories of Titanic musician Jock Hume, blind bell-ringer Blin' Tam, and the heroic Covenanters.