Private Royal Mile walking tour - Discover the history of our most famous street

5.0 (59 reviews) Edinburgh, Scotland
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Duration2h
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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore the oldest parts of Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Site with an award-winning, five-star rated local guide! Robert was born within sight of the Old Town. He has lived in Edinburgh all his life and even went to a university on the Royal Mile! He teaches in a local primary school. Robert will wear traditional Scottish attire for your tour. We don't think you can get much more local flavour than this!

Options

Private Tour for 3-5 people
Private Tour for 6-10 people
Private Tour for 1 person
Private Tour for 2 people

What's included

  • Local Guide
  • Gratuities
  • This tour does not include entry to Edinburgh Castle of the Palace of Holyroodhouse

What to expect

  1. Palace of Holyroodhouse
    Pass by
    We will see the exterior of the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and hear of the story of two of the most famous Royal residents here - Mary, Queen of Scots and Prince Charles Edward Stewart.
  2. Royal Mile
    2h
    We'll take you from the gates of the Palace of Holyroodhouse to the drawbridge of Edinburgh Castle. You'll hear about murders, shootings, royal proclamations and civil wars. You'll visit pretty little closes and wynds and learn about some of the most famous figures in Scottish history.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Robert, your Edinburgh tour guide, will meet you just inside the forecourt/amphitheatre in front of Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS.

End point

The finishing point depends on where you'd like the tour to finish. Our suggested end point would be the Grassmarket.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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.

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