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The Mountebank Comedy Walk is Edinburgh's hysterical, historical, completely original and award-winning comedy walking tour, hosted by local professional and award-winning comedian and historian of Scottish history Daniel Downie. This completely unique, hilarious experience is, quite simply, Edinburgh's best walking tour! The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh was included in TripAdvisors' Top 10 Experiences in the UK, one of two experiences included on the list! ‘Not just a show, but an experience that leaves you both entertained and enlightened’ (Scotsman). Downie is masterful at holding…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh is by Daniel Downie, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Meeting Point Outside of Monkey Barrel Comedy, 9-12 Blair Street, EH1 1QR, 7 August to 30 August.
The show runs 120 minutes and is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets are £25. Content warnings: Strong language, Audience participation, Audience moves around during the show and Standing throughout.