Edinburgh Old Town Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Experience Edinburgh's history as you explore the Old Town and the Royal MIle, full of stunning tenement houses and monuments. See St Giles Cathedral and Edinburgh Castle. Hear stories about Mary Queen of Scots, Robert the Bruce and other famous Scots. Available in English German, Spanish, Italian and French languages. 2-hour: Old Town Highlights Tour Discover the essence of Edinburgh's history and culture. Explore the Old Town and see the Royal Mile, St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh Castle, Canongate Kirk and more. The Black Rock with the magnificent Edinburgh Castle are just 2 of the many many iconic landmarks of Edinburgh. On this private tour, you will get up close to the historical and cultural heritage of this city, where time seems to stand still, whispering stories from the past. We created this tour with passion and expertise. Book now and feel the beating heart of Edinburgh!
Inclusions
What's included
- Interesting facts about Scottish history and culture
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
- Recommendations of the best things to do in Edinburgh
- Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh's Old Town and Top Attractions
- Free entry to the Esplanade of Edinburgh Castle
What's not
- Tickets to Edinburgh Castle (access only to Esplanade)
Itinerary
Meet your guide in front of The King's Gallery (formerly the Queen's Gallery), Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate The Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, UK
A 2-hour walking tour of the historic Old Town of Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. Start your adventure from the Palace of Holyrood, the official royal residence of British monarchs. Follow the legendary royal route to Edinburgh Castle, passing Victorian buildings, old churches and monuments inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site along the way.
Immerse yourself in fascinating stories about famous Scots, including kings and queens who shaped the history of Scotland. Discover popular museums and historic sites, such as the Canongate Kirk with the city's oldest cemetery, and the gorgeous St Giles Cathedral with a hidden gem - a statue of the Scottish unicorn (Macrat Cross)!
Feel the city's heartbeat as you stroll along the Royal Mile, and see the Heart Mosaic, John Knox House, The Real Mary King's Close, and other fun attractions
Feel the thrill of looking at "the most besieged place in Great Britain” - the magnificent Edinburgh Castle.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide in front of The King's Gallery (formerly the Queen's Gallery), Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate The Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, UK.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- UK Tours & Activites
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
How it compares in Edinburgh
- Its from-price is 11% below the median of the 1253 experiences we list in Edinburgh.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, rises on volcanic hills, with a castle on a crag, a medieval Old Town and an elegant Georgian New Town.
Edinburgh Castle crowns Castle Rock and keeps the Honours of Scotland, the Scottish crown jewels. From there, the Royal Mile runs downhill through the Old Town, past St Giles' Cathedral and a warren of narrow closes, to the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament. Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano, rises above the palace with sweeping views.
Top-ranked sights in Edinburgh: Royal Mile, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh Castle.
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