Where is the film trainspotting set

Choose to walk. Choose a guide that will take you on a journey around Edinburgh that takes in one of the classic and best remembered books and screen adaptations in the past 20 years. With the same cast returning to the sequel released 20 years later, the story set in Edinburgh about drug addiction and poverty has created a cult following amongst its fans. This 3 hour Trainspotting tour is a perfect tour for fans of both the Irvine Welsh novels, Trainspotting and its follow up Porno , as well as both films directed by Danny Boyle.

On this location tour, you will see iconic sites from both films that featured many memorable scenes with Renton, Spud, Begbie and Sick Boy. Starting from the very first location we see in the first Trainspotting movie in central Edinburgh where Renton is being chased by security the tour then weaves its way through sites that include the car park where Renton narrowly escapes from Begbie in T2.

The walk will include some of the historic streets in the old town that were used in the chase including the Grassmarket, The Royal Mile and.

Please note that, owing to the adult content of the Trainspotting tour, this tour is not suitable for children. As it is a walking tour, please ensure you have suitable footwear and clothing. All Rights Reserved Company Reg. Book this tour. For the nightclub scene, the Trainspotting 2 crew went to one of Edinburgh's most famous venues: The Cav. Located on West Tollcross, this nightclub has a 60 year history and has a special place in the hearts of Edinburgh residents.

You can find out more about this venue's incredible story at thecav. Simon and Renton head to The Cav for a night out, but the partying is cut short when Begbie finds his arch-enemy hiding in the toilet After their run-in in the nightclub toilet, Renton tries to make his escape through Edinburgh's Old Town. In the film you can see him runnning through some of the most iconic streets of Edinburgh, with Begbie in hot pursuit.

With lots of winding closes, nooks and crannies, there's plenty of places to hide from a psychotic convict hell-bent on revenge. This beautiful landmark building was designed by William Henry Playfair, and is one of the most iconic structures in Stockbridge.

You can find out more about hiring out this venue on their website. Its beautiful glass windows allow stunning panoramic views of the New Town and beyond. It serves as the backdrop for Renton's updated "Choose Life" speech, which has been updated to include references relevant to But since then there have been fans coming here to take pictures of the pitch.

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