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2 and a Half Hour - Walking Tour of Edinburgh’s New Town

New To The Site! Edinburgh, Scotland

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

A thought provoking and outstandingly beautiful tour of Edinburgh’s New Town awaits. Enjoy some of the best views of the city from the perspective of Edinburgh in the 1800s. Transport yourself back to the times of Scottish Enlightenment, The Abolishment of Slavery and Royal Decrees.

What's Included

  • Knowledge and Enlightenment

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Saint Andrew Square
    Edinburgh EH2, UK

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    E. Princes St Gardens
    Edinburgh EH2 2EJ, UK

    The Tour ends at the most prominent monument in Edinburgh. The infamous Walter Scott monument. This is the largest monument in the world dedicated to a writer, establishing Edinburgh as city of literacy, arts and culture.

    What To Expect

    Melville Monument

    A huge Roman style column with a statue of Lord Melville beginning the tour of the Edinburgh’s New Town.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    King George IV Statue

    From the statue of King George the Fourth we see a stunning perspective of Edinburgh. An urban planning and landscape architecture masterpiece. New town has views of Edinburgh Castle, The Old Town, The Firth of Forth, the Forth Bridges and so much more. This remarkable residential and commercial district is steeped in a rich and diversified history.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Princes Street and Gardens

    The beautiful Princes Street Gardens under the monumental Edinburgh Castle. A grand fountain at its centre and perimeter with statues.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Scott Monument

    The largest monument dedicated to an author in the world and the centre piece of Edinburgh.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    National Galleries Scotland: Portrait

    We will marvel at this immensely detailed Neo-Gothic building. A master class of human sized sculptures and the only one of it's kind in Edinburgh. Housing over 850 works all of whom are of Scots!
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St. Mary's Cathedral

    We will view from afar the one of the grandest buildings in the city, St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral. The 19th century structure marks the city's ever busy West End.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 2 and a Half Hour – Walking Tour of Edinburgh’s New Town?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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    Cancellation Policy

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This tour 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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