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Bakehouse Close

Name: Bakehouse Close
Rating: 4.7

4.7 ·

Duck through the 1500s tunnel archway into Bakehouse Close, a tucked-away corner of the Old Town. Wander the little courtyard, take in the old facades and spot the Outlander print shop setting.

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Full description

Bakehouse Close is a compact courtyard-style alley in the Old Town, entered through a tunnel archway dating from the 1500s and surrounded by historic buildings. It is a quick, free stop that appeals to visitors with an eye for atmosphere and to Outlander fans, who recognise it as the setting for Jamie's print shop.

It sits slightly off the busiest tourist flow, so it often feels calm, and a visit rarely takes more than a quarter of an hour. Accessible at any hour, it fits easily into a walk along the Royal Mile and Canongate.

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Address

Bakehouse Cl, Edinburgh, UK

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

early morning, morning, lunchtime, afternoon, early evening or evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Look for the archway entrance just off the main street, as it is easy to walk past
visit in the morning for fewer people in your photos
combine it with other closes nearby for a short loop.

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Reviews

We stayed right behind here. Such a great little alleyway.

Megg Pooley

1/5

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