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Excellent storytelling as you explore the Old Town, finishing at The Palace of Holyrood House. Plus, a taste of whisky, haggis and artisan Scottish fudge, included in your experience.
Discover Edinburgh’s hidden corners on our Historical Gems Walking Tour with Whisky & Local Flavours - a must-do experience for history lovers and foodies. This walking tour is ideal for anyone wanting a bite-sized taste of Scottish culture – literally, and figuratively!
Led by an expert character guide, explore secret closes, tucked away courtyards, and atmospheric gardens while uncovering stories of Mary Queen of Scots, Robert Burns, and literary greats like J.K. Rowling and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Visit iconic Outlander filming locations, and enjoy a traditional taster of haggis, neeps and tatties with a dram of whisky at Hot Toddy, plus handmade Scottish artisan fudge and tablet from The Fudge House.
A charming experience for both visitors and curious locals alike!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your character guide outside Caffè Nero, 1 Parliament Square. Arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in for your tour. We are unable to provide refunds for no-shows. The start of the tour cannot be delayed due to operational reasons.
You will finish your exploration at the gates to Holyrood Palace
Itinerary
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1Mercat Cross
Start your exploration at the grand centrepiece of Parliament Square, and learn about this hidden gem in plain sight. Discover another hidden gem connected to a certain boy wizard in the area before heading down the Royal Mile towards the site of the old gates to the city and entering the historic Burgh of Canongate!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Royal Mile
Pass down the Royal Mile to discover and explore many hidden gems. Along the way, we will sneak off the main street and venture off the beaten track, away from the hustle and bustle to reveal some secrets.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
As we continue down the Royal Mile and cross over into Canongate we uncover more fascinating history. Venture through often missed Closes and round hidden corners along the way, many more mysteries will be revealed.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Palace of Holyroodhouse
We finish at the grand Palace of Holyrood House, were after visiting a peculiar little outhouse with a surreal connection to Mary Queen of Scots we say goodbye at the Palace gates. A perfect addition to your tour if you wish to enter.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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