Private Walking Tour: Edinburgh Highlights, including entry to Edinburgh Castle
Overview
Join us for this half day tour of Scotland’s beautiful capital city, Edinburgh. Exploring the Old Town on foot, led by your local Blue Badge Guide, is the best way to soak up the local atmosphere.
Starting on top of the volcanic rock, we will visit the iconic Edinburgh castle. Then we will follow the ancient path of a glacier all the way to bottom of the Royal Mile.
Your guide will lead the you through narrow closes and beautiful buildings surrounding the Royal Mile, giving you the chance to discover the city’s history and its famous citizens along the way.
Our tour finishes with a view of both the Royal palace of Holyrood and the modern Scottish Parliament, a fantastic introduction to the city of Edinburgh.
What's Included
- Private tour
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Professional guide
- Local guide
- Blue Badge guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
The Hub
Edinburgh EH1, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Canongate
Edinburgh EH8 8DX, UK
What To Expect
The Hub
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh Castle
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Grassmarket
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Greyfriars Kirkyard
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Greyfriars Bobby
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Elephant House
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Royal Mile
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Deacon Brodie's Tavern
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lady Stair's Close
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St Giles' Cathedral
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mercat Cross
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh City Chambers
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
John Knox House Museum
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Canongate Kirk
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Scottish Parliament
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Palace of Holyroodhouse
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Arthur's Seat
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- 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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-75038P13
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