Edinburgh: History Lovers Old Town Walking Tour

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You can select up to 12 travelers in total.

Adult (18-99) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 12

Child (12-17) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 12

Book online or call: +1 437 970 2890

Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Winter Tour Schedule

2 Adults x $22.59

$45.18

Approx Total

$45.18

Winter Tour Schedule: We run this tour earlier in the day during the winter season

Winter Tour Schedule

2 Adults x $22.60

$45.20

Approx Total

$45.20

Winter Tour Schedule: We run this tour earlier in the day during the winter season

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
This tour includes an expert local guide

Overview

MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE - 15 PEOPLE. Learn all about Edinburgh's most historic quarter in a personal small group setting with an expert local guide. Most group tours of the Old town have up to 30 people, but not ours! On this intimate 2 hour Walking Tour, you’ll find out how Edinburgh has evolved and developed over the past 2000 years. What were the major events that shaped it's development and who were the famous/infamous characters behind these events? We answer these questions and many more! You'll see all of Edinburgh's most important landmarks, and some lesser known Old Town locations as well. This tour is perfect for the discerning traveller who wants the real history of the Old town.

Itinerary

Royal Mile

Traverse Edinburgh’s historic thoroughfare, see buildings dating back to the 1400s and hear some of the major events which shaped its history. We end the tour here.

30 minutes
Greyfriars

Explore Edinburgh’s world famous graveyard, hear how this site inspired renowned authors from Mary Shelley to J.K. Rowling contributed to medical science and the story of a certain very loyal dog.

20 minutes
Grassmarket

Edinburgh’s traditional farmers’ market, home to some of the oldest pubs in the city (with connections to hangings and body snatchers) and the best view of the Castle in Edinburgh.

15 minutes
St Giles' Cathedral

We walk around the cathedral, exploring it's architecture and history

15 minutes
Edinburgh Old Town

We walk through the Old town, examining the history of the city's most interesting quarter

2 hours
Princes Street and Gardens

We start the tour here and explore the bowels of the Old Town, learning gruesome medieval history of Edinburgh.

20 minutes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchairs and Strollers can be used on this tour, but the Old Town is hilly and has cobblestones

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund

February 06No refund

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

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

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