Exclusive Edinburgh Discounts for Apex Hotels' Guests
Edinburgh Attractions
- Elizabeth Blackadder at Scottish National Gallery
‘A truly great Scottish painter’ * * * * * Duncan Macmillan, The Scotsman.
This year the Scottish National Gallery's major exhibition is devoted to the art of Dame Elizabeth Blackadder. Blackadder is one of Scotland's most popular artists and is celebrated for her exquisite paintings, watercolours and drawings. Spanning six decades of Blackadder’s career, this critically-acclaimed landmark retrospective offers visitors the chance to see this cherished artist’s work in all its diversity.All Apex Hotels’ guests will receive 2-for-1 on exhibition tickets on presentation of their Apex key card (valid until 2 January 2012)
- The Loch Ness Experience
Gives visitors the chance to see and learn all about the world’s greatest mystery, right here in Edinburgh. Hoaxes, Illusions, Eye Witness Accounts, History and Mystery. Allow 30 Mins Approx. A VisitScotland 4 Star Visitor Attraction. All Apex Hotels' guests will receive 10% off admission and 10% gift shop discount on presentation of their Apex key card.
- The Scotch Whisky Experience
Take a barrel ride as you actually become part of the whisky making process. Enter the vault containing the world’s largest collection of Scotch Whiskies and enjoy a special tutored nosing and tasting of your dram. New child-friendly exhibits. All Apex Kids (17yrs and under) go free when accompanied by a full paying adult on presentation of Apex key card. One free child admission per full paying adult.
- The Ceramic Experience
A ceramic painting studio, providing a friendly and stimulating environment where anyone can come to paint their very own work of art. With a café and a free soft play so you can relax while the kids burn off some steam. All Apex Kids will receive 20% off painting on presentation of their Apex key card.
Edinburgh Ghost Walks and Historical Tours
- Mercat Tours
Join Mercat Tours on a journey through the dark narrow closes of the Old Town and prepare to be terrified by tales of the City’s ghostly and gory past. Descend into the Vaults beneath the South Bridge, reputed to be the most haunted place in Britain, and hear stories of those who once occupied these dark chambers and perhaps still do… While you are down there, whatever you do, do NOT wander off alone… You have been warned! All Apex Hotels' guests will receive £1.00 discount per ticket on presentation of their Apex key card.
- Auld Reekie Tours
Auld Reekie is the Victorian nick name for the city of Edinburgh. It translates as ‘old smoky’ or ‘old smelly’ and was used by locals and those who travelled to Edinburgh to describe the city. The Auld Reekie guides will take you on a journey through these exact streets and slums where you will hear all about life in old Edinburgh. All Apex Hotels' guests will receive £1.00 discount per ticket on presentation of their Apex key card.
- City of the Dead Tours
You have a choice of exploring Edinburgh’s legendary Underground City (Underground City of the Dead) or entering the lair of the Mackenzie Poltergeist, the world’s best documented supernatural case (City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour). What a frighteningly good offer! All Apex Hotels' guests will get 2 tickets for the price of 1 on presentation of their Apex key card.
- The Real Mary King's Close
Beneath the Royal Mile lies Edinburgh's deepest secret - a warren of hidden streets where real people lived worked and died. For centuries they have lain abandoned and forgotten.... until now! Step back in time on a tour of Mary King's Close and witness 17th century life- and afterlife- in plague ridden Edinburgh. 50% off kids (5-15 yrs) tickets when accompanied by a full paying adult on presentation of Apex key card. Pre-booking is recommended. Discount not available during July and August.
- The Burke and Hare Murder Tour
In 1820s Edinburgh, the infamous murderers, William Burke and William Hare, embarked on a killing spree that robbed 16 people of their lives. In a chilling twist, the cold-blooded killers disposed of their victims by selling them to medical science. Join us to hear the spine-chilling true story of Scotland's most notorious serial killers. All Apex Hotels' guests will receive £1.00 discount per ticket on presentation of their Apex key card.
Edinburgh Sports Activities
- Eric Grandison Golf School
Offering a comprehensive range of coaching packages. Expert Golf Instruction from one of Europe's leading teaching Professionals. V1Pro & Sam Putt Lab - 3D available. All Apex Hotels' guests will receive 10% discount off golf lessons on presentation of their Apex key card.