2 hours
Guided in English
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket

Highlights

Discover Edinburgh’s UNESCO Old Town on an award-winning 2-hour walking tour! Led by expert guide Charlotte in handmade, historically accurate costume, you’ll step into the city’s medieval past, exploring hidden alleys, secret closes, and iconic landmarks that inspired Outlander and Inspector Rebus. Enjoy bagpipe music in atmospheric settings, visit the spot of Edinburgh’s most famous dog, and hear captivating stories only locals know. Perfect for history lovers, families, solo travellers, and photographers—this tour is pet-friendly, wheelchair accessible, and offers a personalized concierge service for all guests. Small groups ensure a personal experience, rain or shine. Charlotte’s 10+ years of expertise and passion bring Edinburgh’s stories to life, earning consistent 5-star reviews from international visitors. Book now and see why this immersive adventure is the highlight of any trip to Scotland’s capital!

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What's included

Guided Walking Tour of Edinburgh's Old Town

Itinerary

"Award-winning 2-hour rebellious walking tour through Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Old Town. Led by expert guide in authentic handmade costume, discover defiant stories behind Greyfriars kirkyard's covenant legends, Parliament Square where Scottish independence was debated, and Old Parliament House where rebels plotted. Stand at ancient Mercat Cross where freedom proclamations rang out, explore Niddry Street's hidden tales, and walk Royal Canongate where Mary Queen of Scots once tread. Visit secretive Tweeddale Court, Bakehouse Close, and haunting Canongate Cemetery near Palace of Holyroodhouse - featuring actual Outlander filming locations. Experience bagpipe music and uncover rebellious secrets that shaped Scottish identity. Perfect 5-star reviews, intimate small groups. This isn't just sightseeing - it's experiencing real historical events that inspired Outlander. Book your authentic Scottish rebellion adventure today!"
2 h

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

4.9

Ratings come from 21 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

Know before you go

Pickup: Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 30 travellers
Operated by: Walk The Old Town

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Edinburgh

Its from-price is 91% below the median of the 1253 experiences we list in Edinburgh.
It is shorter than most of them.
By number of reviews it ranks 343 of 1253.

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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