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Edinburgh Historical Gems Tour with Whisky & Local Flavours
(56) Reviews
Edinburgh
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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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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Excellent storytelling as you explore the Old Town, finishing at The Palace of Holyrood House. Plus, a taste of whisky, haggis and artisan Scottish fudge, included in your experience.
Discover Edinburgh’s hidden corners on our Historical Gems Walking Tour with Whisky & Local Flavours - a must-do experience for history lovers and foodies. This walking tour is ideal for anyone wanting a bite-sized taste of Scottish culture – literally, and figuratively!
Led by an expert character guide, explore secret closes, tucked away courtyards, and atmospheric gardens while uncovering stories of Mary Queen of Scots, Robert Burns, and literary greats like J.K. Rowling and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Visit...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 2 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 2 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A tower-shaped taster of haggis, neeps, and tatties
A taster of traditional Scottish tablet and fudge
Guided Walking Tour
Character guide
A dram of authentic Scottish Glenlivet whisky
Meeting Points
Departure
192 High St
Meet your character guide outside Caffè Nero, 1 Parliament Square.
Arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in for your tour. We are unable to provide refunds for no-shows. The start of the tour cannot be delayed due to operational reasons.
Return
Palace of Holyroodhouse
You will finish your exploration at the gates to Holyrood Palace
Itinerary
1
Mercat Cross
Start your exploration at the grand centrepiece of Parliament Square, and learn about this hidden gem in plain sight.
Discover another hidden gem connected to a certain boy wizard in the area before heading down the Royal Mile towards the site of the old gates to the city and entering the historic Burgh of Canongate!
10 minutes
2
Royal Mile
Pass down the Royal Mile to discover and explore many hidden gems. Along the way, we will sneak off the main street and venture off the beaten track, away from the hustle and bustle to reveal some secrets.
25 minutes
3
Canongate
As we continue down the Royal Mile and cross over into Canongate we uncover more fascinating history. Venture through often missed Closes and round hidden corners along the way, many more mysteries will be revealed.
25 minutes
4
Palace of Holyroodhouse
We finish at the grand Palace of Holyrood House, were after visiting a peculiar little outhouse with a surreal connection to Mary Queen of Scots we say goodbye at the Palace gates. A perfect addition to your tour if you wish to enter.
10 minutes
Edinburgh Historical Gems Tour with Whisky & Local Flavours
(56) Reviews
Edinburgh
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Excellent storytelling as you explore the Old Town, finishing at The Palace of Holyrood House. Plus, a taste of whisky, haggis and artisan Scottish fudge, included in your experience.
Discover Edinburgh’s hidden corners on our Historical Gems Walking Tour with Whisky & Local Flavours - a must-do experience for history lovers and foodies. This walking tour is ideal for anyone wanting a bite-sized taste of Scottish culture – literally, and figuratively!
Led by an expert character guide, explore secret closes, tucked away courtyards, and atmospheric gardens while uncovering stories of Mary Queen of Scots, Robert Burns, and literary greats like J.K. Rowling and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Visit...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 2 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 2 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A tower-shaped taster of haggis, neeps, and tatties
A taster of traditional Scottish tablet and fudge
Guided Walking Tour
Character guide
A dram of authentic Scottish Glenlivet whisky
Meeting Points
Departure
192 High St
Meet your character guide outside Caffè Nero, 1 Parliament Square.
Arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in for your tour. We are unable to provide refunds for no-shows. The start of the tour cannot be delayed due to operational reasons.
Return
Palace of Holyroodhouse
You will finish your exploration at the gates to Holyrood Palace
