Overview
Today we offer you half-day sightseeing in the historic Old Town, where some of the best Edinburgh attractions can be found, such as the Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Your guide will show you all the hidden gems of this brilliant city, tell you some of its secrets and myths, you will find something that can not be reached by the internet!
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or your cruise ship.
You will have a fully private tour of the old city of Edinburgh including all the main attractions.
In the end, your guide will assist you in calling the taxi back or suggest a good restaurant to have lunch.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
All fees and taxes
Pick-up
Professional licensed guide
Entrance tickets
Food and drinks
Drop-off
Transportation
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Calton Hill
30 min
Calton Hill is a mix of bustling commercial areas and quiet residential streets. The hill itself, with its city views, is home to the Collective contemporary art gallery and the unfinished National Monument. Gay bars and casual eateries cluster around the top of busy Leith Walk, where the Edinburgh Playhouse stages musicals and comedy. Locals frequent the bakeries, cafes and gift stores on vibrant Broughton Street.
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Edinburgh Castle
30 min
Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress which dominates the skyline of Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland, from its position on the Castle Rock. Archaeologists have established human occupation of the rock since at least the Iron Age, although the nature of the early settlement is unclear.
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Greyfriars Kirk
30 min
Greyfriars Kirk is a parish kirk of the Church of Scotland in central Edinburgh, Scotland. The kirk stands on the site of a pre-Reformation establishment of the Franciscan order, the "Grey Friars".
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Princes Street Gardens
1 hour
Princes Street Gardens are two adjacent public parks in the centre of Edinburgh, Scotland, lying in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. The Gardens were created in two phases in the 1770s and 1820s following the long draining of the Nor Loch and building of the New Town, beginning in the 1760s.
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Royal Mile
30 min
The Royal Mile is a succession of streets forming the main thoroughfare of the Old Town of the city of Edinburgh in Scotland.
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St Giles' Cathedral
30 min
St Giles' Cathedral, or the High Kirk of Edinburgh, is a parish church of the Church of Scotland located in the Old Town of Edinburgh. Likely founded in the 12th century and dedicated to Saint Giles, the church was elevated to collegiate status by Pope Paul II in 1467.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 3 travelers per booking
FAQs about Explore an amazing Edinburgh on a private walking tour of the Old town
Can I cancel Explore an amazing Edinburgh on a private walking tour of the Old town for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Pick-up
- Professional licensed guide
What's not included?
- Entrance tickets
- Food and drinks
- Drop-off
- Transportation
Which places does it visit?
It visits Calton Hill, Edinburgh Castle, Greyfriars Kirk, Princes Street Gardens, Royal Mile, St Giles' Cathedral.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
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