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Edinburgh Full Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle (Small Group)
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Edinburgh
Important Information
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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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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please wear comfortable shoes, Edinburgh is a hilly city. We also recommend a windproof and rainproof jacket.
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You will have free time during the lunch break. There will be cafes, pubs and restaurants for you to choose from with vegan and vegetarian options available.
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The duration of the tour will be approx 5 - 5:30 hours, including the lunch break. We may need more time to access the historical sites and navigate the city during peak travel season (April to October), when more travellers are in town. Please note that in these months, the tour might be slightly longer.
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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Join our small-group walking tour and visit Edinburgh in one day. Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, New Town, the National Gallery of Scotland and the inside of a historic house museum. You’ll learn about the history, culture and heritage of the Scottish capital, and there will be a break for lunch.
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
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5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Edinburgh Castle entrance ticket and guided tour
From 1 April 2026, admission to 1 Historic House, either Gladstone’s Land or The Georgian House
Local Tour Guide
Scottish National Gallery guided tour (highlights)
Lunch
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
2-4 Hope St
You will meet your guide on the corner of Princes Street, outside of Johnnie Walker and near the Binns Clock. Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour start time to check in.The guide will be holding a Navy Blue Umbrella
Return
Edinburgh Castle
The tour ends inside Edinburgh Castle.
Edinburgh Full Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle (Small Group)
(816) Reviews
Edinburgh
About
Join our small-group walking tour and visit Edinburgh in one day. Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, New Town, the National Gallery of Scotland and the inside of a historic house museum. You’ll learn about the history, culture and heritage of the Scottish capital, and there will be a break for lunch.
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Edinburgh Castle entrance ticket and guided tour
From 1 April 2026, admission to 1 Historic House, either Gladstone’s Land or The Georgian House
Local Tour Guide
Scottish National Gallery guided tour (highlights)
Lunch
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
2-4 Hope St
You will meet your guide on the corner of Princes Street, outside of Johnnie Walker and near the Binns Clock. Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour start time to check in.The guide will be holding a Navy Blue Umbrella
Return
Edinburgh Castle
The tour ends inside Edinburgh Castle.
Itinerary
1
Charlotte Square
Our tour will start in the West End of Edinburgh where we will introduce the city and its neighbourhoods. In Charlotte Square, we'll admire elegant examples of neoclassical architecture and understand why Edinburgh is known as the ‘Athens of the North’
15 minutes
2
Georgian House
In Charlotte Square we will talk about the most iconic mansion of the New Town, the Georgian House. We will understand what the layout of Georgian townhouses looked like and what high society life was like in 18th and 19th century Edinburgh.
20 minutes
3
Princes Street Gardens
Princes Street Gardens is one the main parks of Edinburgh, and we’ll cross it from the east to west. We'll stop to admire the Ross Fountain and other examples of public art. You will also enjoy a great view of the castle and the castle rock from the gardens.
10 minutes
4
National Galleries of Scotland: National
In the Scottish National Gallery we will discover the artworks of some of Scotland’s most famous artists including Sir Henry Raeburn, Alexander Nasmyth, and the Glasgow Boys.
40 minutes
5
High Street
We will walk towards the Royal Mile where we will stop for lunch. This area is renowned for its pubs and restaurants and you will have the opportunity to try some delicious Scottish food.
30 minutes
6
Mercat Cross
After lunch we will walk along the Royal Mile where we'll see the Mercat Cross. This was once used for public announcements and public punishments. We will also explain why the unicorn appears at the top of this structure.
10 minutes
7
St Giles' Cathedral
In front of the Mercat Cross we will see St. Giles Cathedral. We'll talk about the architecture of the most important church in Scotland, and discover the history of the Presbyterian religion. We will also walk to West Parliament Square to talk about the Act of Union.
30 minutes
8
Heart of Midlothian
On the other side of St. Giles we will see the Heart of Midlothian, a landmark that marks the spot where the Old Tolbooth once stood.
10 minutes
9
Royal Mile
Leaving St. Giles behind us, we will stroll along the Royal Mile. Here's we'll learn what its medieval cobbled lanes, called closes, were and how they were used. There will also be the opportunity to talk about the city’s cultural scene, including its festivals.
25 minutes
10
Greyfriars Bobby
We will walk along George IV bridge. It is time to meet Edinburgh's most famous and loyal dog, Bobby! We'll also see the dog statue located just outside of the graveyard.
10 minutes
11
Greyfriars
Behind Bobby, we will find the entrance to Greyfriars Kirkyard. This historic graveyard we will understand what the Mortsafes are, and learn about the connection between the Scottish Covenants and the George Mackenzie Mausoleum.
20 minutes
12
Grassmarket
After the graveyard we will find the Grassmarket, famous for its pubs and its dark past.
10 minutes
13
Victoria street
From the graveyard, we will walk to the Grassmarket an area famous for its pubs and its dark past. From the Grassmarket we will walk up Victoria Street, the most picturesque and colorful street of Edinburgh.
10 minutes
14
Writers' Museum
Back on the Royal Mile, we'll find the Makars’ Court. Here, with the Writer’s Museum as a backdrop, we will talk about Scotland’s most important writers, including Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson.
10 minutes
15
Edinburgh Castle Esplanade
After leaving Makars' Court, we'll walk for a few minutes along the top part of the Royal Mile until we reach the Castle Esplanade. Before entering the castle, we will enjoy stunning views of the city and see where the Edinburgh Military Tattoo takes place.
5 minutes
16
Edinburgh Castle
It is finally time to enter Edinburgh Castle. Once inside, we’ll delve into the history and secrets of this building, and recall the fascinating stories of kings, queens, battles and sieges. After the guided tour you will have the opportunity to explore the indoor areas of the castle at your own pace.
