Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Edinburgh Private Tour

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Edinburgh from a unique perspective! Get to know Edinburgh on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!

Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Edinburgh at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Kirkyard and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.

Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.

What's Included

Private Tour
Local Guide
1 local drink/tasting
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Food & beverages not listed as inclusions
Entrance to the attractions - we will visit them from the outside

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of Cafe Edinburgh.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Edinburgh Castle

    The edifice known as Edinburgh Castle was built during the 12th century and sits on an extinct volcano which is called Castle Rock.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Grassmarket

    The old GrassMarket doubled up as a public execution site and is now home to many pubs.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    University of Edinburgh

    The University of Edinburgh is the sixth oldest university in the UK and the oldest civic foundation in the English-speaking world.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • National Museum of Scotland (Pass by)

    Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

    Admission ticket free
  • Writers' Museum (Pass by)

    Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

    Admission ticket free
  • Greyfriars (Pass by)

    Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Private tour: only you & your local guide
  • CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
  • Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.
Supplied by Withlocals

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Viator Plus
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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