Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour | 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes

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Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Adults x $19.99
$39.98
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$39.98
Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Adults x $19.99
$39.98
Approx Total
$39.98
Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Adults x $19.99
$39.98
Approx Total
$39.98

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Overview

Tune into ancient and modern Scottish tales on one of Europe’s oldest streets with this affordable walking tour and the industry-leading VoiceMap mobile app. • See historical sights along all four sections of the Royal Mile and find out about the city’s stench in the 1500s, and how far it traveled • Hear from producer Martin Donnelly, a Senior Teaching Fellow and Edinburgh local • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it ️• Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Itinerary

  • Royal Mile (Pass By)

    The Royal Mile is one of Europe’s most ancient and famous streets. Along this 1 ¼ mile stretch – a Scot’s mile – crimes have been committed, royals have travelled, and famous folk like Rabbie Burns, Adam Smith and David Hume have met. On this walking tour, I’ll bring some of their stories to life.

  • Witches well (Pass By)

    Starting at the top of Castlehill next to the Witches Well, you’ll hear about Edinburgh Castle’s early days, when a series of infamous witch burnings took place here.

  • Edinburgh Castle (Pass By)

    You’ll hear about Edinburgh Castle’s early days, when a series of infamous witch burnings took place here.

  • Castlehill (Pass By)

    Amble down all four sections of the Royal Mile: Castlehill, Lawnmarket, the High Street, and the old burgh of Canongate

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Amble down all four sections of the Royal Mile: Castlehill, Lawnmarket, the High Street, and the old burgh of Canongate

  • Deacon Brodie's Tavern (Pass By)

    I’ll show you the former residence of the gentleman robber, Deacon Brodie, the inspiration behind Robert Louis Stevenson’s Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    This self-guided audio tour takes you past the Old Tolbooth Wynd. You'll hear its history while you walk.

  • Heart of Midlothian (Pass By)

    Stroll around St Giles Cathedral, home to the Old Tolbooth, the Heart of Midlothian mosaic, and a statue of Charles II

  • St Giles' Cathedral (Pass By)

    Stroll around St Giles Cathedral, home to the Old Tolbooth, the Heart of Midlothian mosaic, and a statue of Charles II

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Stroll around St Giles Cathedral, home to the Old Tolbooth, the Heart of Midlothian mosaic, and a statue of Charles II

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Hear about the priest that was pelted to death by an angry mob, and some of the other terrible deeds that took place in the shadows of the Mercat Cross

  • Tron Kirk (Pass By)

    This self-guided audio tour takes you past the Tron Kirk. You'll hear its history while you walk.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Amble down all four sections of the Royal Mile: Castlehill, Lawnmarket, the High Street, and the old burgh of Canongate

  • N/A (Pass By)

    I’ll also share a few tales about the barbaric punishments meted out to criminals in the 1600s, and the heartwarming story of a young lad pulled from the rubble of the Paisley Close disaster.

  • John Knox House Museum (Pass By)

    You’ll hear about religious figures like John Knox, ​​a leading figure in the Scottish Protestant Reformation, and royal tragedies like the execution of Mary Queen of Scots.

  • The Netherbow (Pass By)

    See Netherbow Port, once the main gate between Edinburgh and Canongate

  • Canongate Kirk (Pass By)

    This self-guided audio tour takes you past the Canongate Kirk. You'll hear its history while you walk.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Amble down all four sections of the Royal Mile: Castlehill, Lawnmarket, the High Street, and the old burgh of Canongate

  • Palace of Holyroodhouse (Pass By)

    The tour ends at the end of Canongate in front of the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

  • Old Town (Pass By)

    Enjoy this entertaining and informative 45-minute stroll into the heart – and history – of the Old Town.

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • 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.
Reviews

4.7

3 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 2 reviews with 5 stars

We loved the ability to...

Published on Jun, 2024

We loved the ability to set the pace and enjoy stopping to shop or take in scenery. Loved hearing all of the history

We loved the ability to...

Published on Jun, 2024

We loved the ability to set the pace and enjoy stopping to shop or take in scenery. Loved hearing all of the history

We loved the ability to...

Published on Jun, 2024

We loved the ability to set the pace and enjoy stopping to shop or take in scenery. Loved hearing all of the history

Super audio guide to the Royal Mile.

Published on Oct, 2023

I can thoroughly recommend this guide. It brought Edinburgh and its amazing history to life. Martin is a terrific companion as you walk down the historic Royal Mile. I really liked the fact that I could walk at my own pace and linger at places such as St. Giles that I was particularly interested in. I would give more than five stars if that was possible!

Super audio guide to the Royal Mile.

Published on Oct, 2023

I can thoroughly recommend this guide. It brought Edinburgh and its amazing history to life. Martin is a terrific companion as you walk down the historic Royal Mile. I really liked the fact that I could walk at my own pace and linger at places such as St. Giles that I was particularly interested in. I would give more than five stars if that was possible!

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