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Step beyond the guidebooks and discover how Edinburgh transformed from a bustling medieval town into the magnificent capital of Scotland. On this guided walking tour, you'll journey along the iconic Royal Mile, exploring the landmarks, people and events that shaped the city's remarkable history. Along the way, you'll visit three welcoming local venues to enjoy a carefully curated selection of Scottish bites, featuring traditional favourites and creative modern twists. Combining captivating storytelling with authentic Scottish hospitality, this experience offers the perfect blend of history, culture and flavour—one story and one bite at a time.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet in front of St Giles' Cathedral near the Statue of Sir Walter Montague Scott. Your guide will be wearing an Experience Edinburgh uniform.
Merchants tavern on the Royal Mile.
Itinerary
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1Parliament Square- Edinburgh
Learn about St Giles cathedral, the original parliament and Edinburgh's lost graveyard. As well as get your first tasting
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Lawnmarket
Se one of the Royal miles oldest medieval building and the origination of Edinburgh new town.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Heart of Midlothian
See the site of the old Tollbooth and luckenbooths of Edinburgh.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Mercat Cross
Learn about the historic Mercat cross and get our 2nd tasting at Burgers and Beers which is also Edinburgh's old police chambers.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Tron Kirk
Learn about the great fire of Edinburgh as well as our 3rd tasting at the Pipers Rest.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Learn about the old entry gates of Edinburgh.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7John Knox House Museum
Learn the history of the oldest medieval building on the Royal Mile.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Paisley Close
One of Edinburgh's most famous closes.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Visit Merchants tavern on the Royal mile for our last tasting of the tour.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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