Private Royal Mile Walking Tour

4.9
(12 reviews)

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

The Royal Mile Walking Tour offer a glimpse of the history, characters and events that have shaped Edinburgh's Past.  You might learn a little, laugh a little or maybe even both on this informative, interesting and friendly small group (maximum of 8 people) 2 to 2.5 hour walking tour.

If you plan to visit Edinburgh Castle at the end of the tour please book your castle tickets in advance for the time slot that matches the tour end time.

What's Included

This is a walking tour only. All attractions are viewed from the outside only.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your Guide OUTSIDE the Abbey Strand Appartments, Abbey Strand, Canongate, Royal Mile.

End point
Edinburgh Castle

The tour ends outside Edinburgh Castle.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse (Pass by)

    View the Palace of Holyroodhouse and Holyrood Abbey from the outside.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    View the Scottish Parliament from the outside as you walk up the Royal Mile.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Discover one of the Royal Mile's hidden gems.

    Admission ticket free
  • Canongate Kirk (Pass by)

    The Canongate Kirkyard is the burial place of Adam Smith, Robert Ferguson and legend has it David Rizzio, Mary Queen of Scots secretary.

    Admission ticket free
  • John Knox House Museum (Pass by)

    One of the Royal Mile's oldest buildings.

    Admission ticket free
  • Mercat Cross (Pass by)

    Site of proclamations, punishments and gatherings in the Royal Mile.

    Admission ticket free
  • St Giles' Cathedral (Pass by)

    Viewed from the outside

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    One of the Royal Miles hidden Mansions.

    Admission ticket free
  • Edinburgh Castle (Pass by)

    Viewed from the Esplanade.

    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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Edinburgh Tour Guides

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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