Treasures of Edinburgh: Ghosts, Myths & Legends Private Tour

4.7
(18 reviews)

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

To truly experience a city, you must deep dive into its culture, and there's no better cultural tradition to explore in Edinburgh than through its ghost tales, myths and legends.

On this private tour, get a cultural awakening as you learn more about ghosts, myths and legends and why it's such a unique part of the city's character. Learn from its history to the present influence that still lingers in Edinburgh as you visit the Robert Fergusson statue, Canongate Kirkyard and more. Thanks to this cultural experience, you'll be able to see Edinburgh from a different perspective - the way the locals live it every day!

Withlocals Treasures of Edinburgh 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 products and preventing over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

What's Included

Private Tour
Local Guide
This tour is carbon neutral
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Food & beverages

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your local guide at the Robert Fergusson Statue in front of Canongate Kirk, Robert Burns.

End point

This is were you will get more recommandations from your guide and end the tour

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Canongate Kirk

    The churchyard around the Canongate Kirk was used for burials from the late 1680s until the mid-20th century.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Greyfriars

    Greyfriars Kirkyard is the graveyard surrounding Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh, with burials taking place since the late 16th century, making it a resting place of notable Edinburgh residents.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Statue of one of Scotland its most famous poets from the 18th century.

    15 minutes 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
  • Greyfriars Bobby (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

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Withlocals

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Night Tours
Ghost Tours
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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