Edinburgh: History & Culture - Private Walking Tour

5.0 (2 reviews) Edinburgh, Scotland
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Duration1h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore Edinburgh the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste for our beautiful city. With flexible meeting and end points, and a dedicated local guide, maximise your time in Edinburgh on a private tour.

Connect with a local guide and immerse yourself in the tales and sights of Edinburgh’s Old Town. From its historic roots to modern life in the city today, this leisurely 1.5 hour wander of the cobbled streets and alleyways will give you a great overview and introduction to Scotland’s capital city.

The tour will take in the classics, from Edinburgh Castle to the Royal Mile as well as many more hidden secrets only known by our true local experts!

Your dedicated guide will tailor the tour to your own interests, so you’ll be sure to learn something new whether you’re visiting for the first time or even live here!

Options

Private Tour: 7-15 people

Pickup included

Private Tour: 1-6 people

Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel PickUp Available
  • Wonderful Local Guide

What to expect

  1. Castello Di Edimburgo
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Explore the witches well and hear tales of the piper whisky boy who lies forever lost underneath Edinburgh Castle (exterior visit only)
  2. Old Town
    10m
    Discover Edinburgh's iconic Old Town
  3. Writers' Museum
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Discover Edinburgh's Writers Museum and those who have made this lovely museum possible (exterior visit only)
  4. Royal Mile
    10m
    Walk in the footsteps of royalty on the iconic Royal Mile
  5. St Giles' Cathedral
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    From torturing to executions - the Royal Mile has more than meets the eye! (exterior visit only)
  6. 5m
    Victoria Street, the inspiration of Diagon Alley to a witches home - there's plenty to explore!
  7. Greyfriars Bobby
    5m
    Hear about Bobby's loyalty in life and death as the story unfolded here in Edinburgh
  8. Museum on The Mound
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Discover The Mound area of Edinburgh and appreciate the views of this beautiful city (exterior visit only)
  9. Grassmarket
    5m
    Discover the Grassmarket area of Edinburgh
  10. The Scottish Parliament
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    See The Scottish Parliament building, the seat of our government (exterior visit only)
  11. Palace of Holyroodhouse
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Finish the tour outside the beautiful Holyrood Palace and learn about those who have dwelt there and the truth behind its interesting name (exterior visit only)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside the Scottish Whisky Experience on Castlehill

End point
Pickup details

If you choose a hotel pickup, please note that the route needs to be altered. If your hotel is too far out of our general route, this will take time away from the tour so it is up to your own discretion.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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