Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Edinburgh Private Tour | 3 hours

119 Reviews | Edinburgh
From $101.96 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
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$394.60
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$391.02
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$391.02

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Private Tour
  • Local Guide
  • 1 local drink/tasting
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Food & beverages not listed as inclusions
  • Entrance to the attractions - we will visit them from the outside

Overview

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Edinburgh from a unique perspective! Get to know Edinburgh on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Edinburgh at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Kirkyard and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.

Itinerary

  • Edinburgh Castle

    The edifice known as Edinburgh Castle was built during the 12th century and sits on an extinct volcano which is called Castle Rock.

    20 minutes

  • Grassmarket

    The old GrassMarket doubled up as a public execution site and is now home to many pubs.

    40 minutes

  • University of Edinburgh

    The University of Edinburgh is the sixth oldest university in the UK and the oldest civic foundation in the English-speaking world.

    30 minutes

  • National Museum of Scotland (Pass By)

    Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

  • Estatua David Hume (Pass By)

    Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

  • The Scottish Parliament (Pass By)

    Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

  • Writers' Museum (Pass By)

    Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

  • Greyfriars (Pass By)

    Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Private tour: only you & your local guide
  • CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
  • Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

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  • 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.
Reviews

4.7

119 reviews

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