Edinburgh: History Lovers Old Town Walking Tour

Reviews Summary

Most customers loved the tour, praising it as informative, entertaining, and a great introduction to Edinburgh. Guides made the history come alive, creating memorable experiences. Some mentioned weather issues or mobility challenges.

Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery
Mobile Ticket
Pickup available
Duration

2 hours

Wheelchair accessible
Audio guide
Live guide
  • This tour includes an expert local guide
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Discover the history Edinburgh's most historic quarter in a personal small group setting with an expert local guide. Most group tours of the Old town have up to 30 people, but not ours!

On this intimate 2 hour Walking Tour, you’ll find out how Edinburgh has evolved and developed over...

  • Duration 2 Hours
  • Group Tour
  • Max 20 people in the group
  • 1

    Royal Mile

    Traverse Edinburgh’s historic thoroughfare, see buildings dating back to the 1400s and hear some of the major events which shaped its history. We end the tour here.

    • Duration 30 Minutes
    • No Admission Ticket Required
  • 2

    Greyfriars

    Explore Edinburgh’s world famous graveyard, hear how this site inspired renowned authors from Mary Shelley to J.K. Rowling contributed to medical science and the story of a certain very loyal dog.

    • Duration 20 Minutes
    • No Admission Ticket Required
  • 3

    Grassmarket

    Edinburgh’s traditional farmers’ market, home to some of the oldest pubs in the city (with connections to hangings and body snatchers) and the best view of the Castle in Edinburgh.

    • Duration 15 Minutes
    • No Admission Ticket Required
  • 4

    St Giles' Cathedral

    We walk around the cathedral, exploring it's architecture and history

    • Duration 15 Minutes
    • Admission Ticket Not Included
  • 5

    Edinburgh Old Town

    We walk through the Old town, examining the history of the city's most interesting quarter

    • Duration 2 Hours
    • No Admission Ticket Required
  • 6

    Princes Street and Gardens

    We start the tour here and explore the bowels of the Old Town, learning gruesome medieval history of Edinburgh.

    • Duration 20 Minutes
    • No Admission Ticket Required

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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