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Discover Edinburgh Beyond the Crowds – A Private Local Tour
Step away from the busy Royal Mile and discover a different side of Edinburgh. Explore the charming streets of Dean Village, the independent shops and cafés of Stockbridge, and the elegant Georgian architecture of the New Town.
These are some of Edinburgh’s real hidden gems, offering a glimpse of local life away from the busiest tourist hotspots. Even in the height of summer, you can enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere, beautiful streets and places that many visitors never get to experience.
Discover the neighbourhoods that make Edinburgh special, with a local perspective and time to appreciate the city beyond the guidebooks. After all, the real magic of Edinburgh isn’t just in its famous landmarks – it’s in the places you might otherwise miss.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The "Oor Wullie" and Highland Cow statues outside the Huxley restaurant (across the street from the Johnnie Walker Experience on one side and the Caledonian Hotel on the other) is a great Central Place to start, but if it is a morning tour perhaps we can meet at your hotel if it is not too far away.
The tour winds up at St.Andrews Square, which is the other end of New Town from where we start. From there it is easy access to New Town, Old Town and tram stops.
Itinerary
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1Charlotte Square
We start off the tour proper in Charlotte Square to see some amazing architecture, learn when and why Edinburgh New Town was made and see some of it's stunning buildings.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Dean Village
This has to be our favourite place in Edinburgh and we think it will be yours too. A milling village from the 1600's that makes you feel like you have went back in time. The old mill, schools etc are now all residences nearby the Water of Leith, it really does feel like you are in a village and not in the city centre.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We wall along the Water of Leith where you will feel like you are strolling in the country and we will stop at the quaint St.Bernards well for photos and to find out about it's history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
This beautiful Street has lots of very local shops and eateries and also a photo of the entrance to the old Stockbridge Market is a must.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Circus Lane
A real iconic street in Edinburgh, once used as Stables but now full of stunning houses and a great backdrop for a photo your guide will be happy to take for you.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A wonderfully preserved New Town Street, get a real feel of what houses would have been like hundreds of years ago and see the house of one of it's most famous residents, the author of Jekyll and Hyde, Robert Louis Stevenson
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Thistle Street Bar
We will pass by Thistle Street where we can point out excellent location coffee shops, restaurants and bars.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Once the jewellery in the crown of Edinburgh New Town, there is some great history and now lots of excellent places to eat and shop with the locals.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Saint Andrew Square
The tour finishes up in this historic Square, the other end of George Street from Charlotte Square and nearby Princes Street. As well as history, there are lots of local spots to go to eat and drink after thr tour
10 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
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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