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Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh Old Town
Scotland
About
On this private walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town, I'll show you some of the best known attractions of this stunning city, as well as some hidden gems known only to locals. If there's anything you want to see in particular please let me know; as this is a private tour it can be altered to your needs!
Please note that this tour is entirely outdoors, there are no entrances to attractions, although you can purchase your own tickets for Edinburgh Castle to enter at the end of the tour if you wish.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guiding services of an experienced local guide
Optional entry to Edinburgh Castle at the end of the tour 21 GBP
Meeting Points
Departure
The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse
I'll meet you outside the front entrance to The King's Gallery, in front of Holryrood Palace. Look for the guide with a blue umbrella.
Return
Edinburgh Castle
We'll finish up on the Castle Esplanade outside Edinburgh Castle
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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On this private walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town, I'll show you some of the best known attractions of this stunning city, as well as some hidden gems known only to locals. If there's anything you want to see in particular please let me know; as this is a private tour it can be altered to your needs!
Please note that this tour is entirely outdoors, there are no entrances to attractions, although you can purchase your own tickets for Edinburgh Castle to enter at the end of the tour if you wish.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guiding services of an experienced local guide
Optional entry to Edinburgh Castle at the end of the tour 21 GBP
Meeting Points
Departure
The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse
I'll meet you outside the front entrance to The King's Gallery, in front of Holryrood Palace. Look for the guide with a blue umbrella.
Return
Edinburgh Castle
We'll finish up on the Castle Esplanade outside Edinburgh Castle
Itinerary
1
Palace of Holyroodhouse
We'll start outside Holyrood Palace. We won't go inside, but I'll tell you some of Scotland's royal history and how it ties into Edinburgh's past and present.
5 minutes
2
The Royal Mile
We'll walk the entire length of the Royal Mile. On the way, we'll occasionally stop in alleyways and courtyards off the main street where I'll tell you stories of Edinburgh's history.
1 hour and 30 minutes
3
Bakehouse Close
We'll stop in Bakehouse Close, famous as a filming location in the television series Outlander and Guillermo del Toro's Netflix movie Frankenstein.
10 minutes
4
Victoria street
You'll see Victoria Street, famous as the most colourful shopping street in the Old Town.
10 minutes
5
Grassmarket
In Grassmarket you'll get great views of Edinburgh Castle from beneath
10 minutes
6
Greyfriars
In Greyfriar's graveyard I'll tell you about the famous characters buried here, some of whom might be linked to Harry Potter!
45 minutes
7
Edinburgh Castle
We'll finish our tour beside Edinburgh Castle. Although we don't enter the castle on this tour, I recommend you purchase your own tickets to do so.