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Explore Edinburgh the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste for our beautiful city. With flexible meeting and end points, and a dedicated local guide, maximise your time in Edinburgh on a private tour.
Connect with a local guide and immerse yourself in the tales and sights of Edinburgh’s Old Town. From its historic roots to modern life in the city today, this leisurely 1.5 hour wander of the cobbled streets and alleyways will give you a great overview and introduction to Scotland’s capital city.
The tour will take in the classics, from Edinburgh Castle to the Royal Mile as well as many more hidden secrets only known by our true local experts!
Your dedicated guide will tailor the tour to your own interests, so you’ll be sure to learn something new whether you’re visiting for the first time or even live here!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If you choose a hotel pickup, please note that the route needs to be altered. If your hotel is too far out of our general route, this will take time away from the tour so it is up to your own discretion.
Outside the Scottish Whisky Experience on Castlehill
Itinerary
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1Castello Di Edimburgo
Explore the witches well and hear tales of the piper whisky boy who lies forever lost underneath Edinburgh Castle (exterior visit only)
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Old Town
Discover Edinburgh's iconic Old Town
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Writers' Museum
Discover Edinburgh's Writers Museum and those who have made this lovely museum possible (exterior visit only)
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Royal Mile
Walk in the footsteps of royalty on the iconic Royal Mile
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5St Giles' Cathedral
From torturing to executions - the Royal Mile has more than meets the eye! (exterior visit only)
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6
Victoria Street, the inspiration of Diagon Alley to a witches home - there's plenty to explore!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Greyfriars Bobby
Hear about Bobby's loyalty in life and death as the story unfolded here in Edinburgh
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Discover The Mound area of Edinburgh and appreciate the views of this beautiful city (exterior visit only)
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
9Grassmarket
Discover the Grassmarket area of Edinburgh
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
See The Scottish Parliament building, the seat of our government (exterior visit only)
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
11Palace of Holyroodhouse
Finish the tour outside the beautiful Holyrood Palace and learn about those who have dwelt there and the truth behind its interesting name (exterior visit only)
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
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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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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