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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
On this private walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town, I'll show you some of the best known attractions of this stunning city, as well as some hidden gems known only to locals. If there's anything you want to see in particular please let me know; as this is a private tour it can be altered to your needs!
Please note that this tour is entirely outdoors, there are no entrances to attractions, although you can purchase your own tickets for Edinburgh Castle to enter at the end of the tour if you wish.
What's included
Guiding services of an experienced local guide
Optional entry to Edinburgh Castle at the end of the tour 21 GBP
What to expect
Palace of Holyroodhouse
5m · Admission ticket not included
We'll start outside Holyrood Palace. We won't go inside, but I'll tell you some of Scotland's royal history and how it ties into Edinburgh's past and present.
The Royal Mile
1h 30m
We'll walk the entire length of the Royal Mile. On the way, we'll occasionally stop in alleyways and courtyards off the main street where I'll tell you stories of Edinburgh's history.
Bakehouse Close
10m
We'll stop in Bakehouse Close, famous as a filming location in the television series Outlander and Guillermo del Toro's Netflix movie Frankenstein.
Victoria Street
10m
You'll see Victoria Street, famous as the most colourful shopping street in the Old Town.
Grassmarket
10m
In Grassmarket you'll get great views of Edinburgh Castle from beneath
Greyfriars
45m
In Greyfriar's graveyard I'll tell you about the famous characters buried here, some of whom might be linked to Harry Potter!
Edinburgh Castle
5m · Admission ticket not included
We'll finish our tour beside Edinburgh Castle. Although we don't enter the castle on this tour, I recommend you purchase your own tickets to do so.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
I'll meet you outside the front entrance to The King's Gallery, in front of Holryrood Palace. Look for the guide with a blue umbrella.
End point
We'll finish up on the Castle Esplanade outside Edinburgh Castle
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
