1-Hour Historical Walking Tour Discovering Edinburgh's Old Town
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1 hour
Walking Tours
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History
What You Will Do
This is our most popular tour, we walk you through Edinburgh's cobbled streets where we will see some of Scotland's most iconic landmarks such as St Giles Cathedral, West Parliament Square, Lady Stairs close, the writers museum, the Lawnmarket, Johnston Terrace, Victoria Street, The Grassmarket, Candlemaker Row, Greyfriar's Kirkyard. Greyfriar's Bobby and The Elephant House.
Your costumed guide will share with you the stories that makes up the incredibly colourful History of Scotland's capital. We talk about heroes and villains, witches and pirates, wizards and damsels in distress, Kings and Queens and famous dogs. There's something for everyone. UPDATE We have just won an award for Excellence in Service in Scotland in 2024 so this tour is tremendous value for money.
What's Included?
- 1hr Historical Walking Tour
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
In front of St Giles Cathedral, by the Statue, Look for your costumed Guide carrying a large umbrella with our company name on it.
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Edinburgh Old Town
1 hour
Discover Edinburgh's Old Town like never before. We walk around the centre of town and visit Iconic landmarks in Edinburgh's capital. We will see buildings and streets that inspired writers and historian's alike. We will visit film locations as well as a haunted cemetery in the heart of town. We will talk about Edinburgh's magical past, criminal histories and rebellions, stories that shaped Scotland as it is today. Your costumed guides will entertain you on foot through one of the most exciting and unique cities in Europe.
Additional Information
This activity is operated by Walk The Old Town
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English
Customer Reviews
Excellent Old Town tour
2023-11-26
Gruesome History!
2023-11-10
Fabulous commentary of gruesome but real history. What a city!!!!
Charlotte was very informative and her delivery was entertaining and energetic. Highly recommend.
Charlotte was very informative and her delivery was entertaining and energetic. Highly recommend.
Best tour of Edinburgh
2023-10-21
It was the most authentic, entertaining and educational tour to get to know real history of Edinburgh for me. I can not recommend this tour enough.
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Having visited Edinburgh twice in 2022 I knew most of the sites but the stories she brought to life were amazing.
Being the only guest on this tour was a bonus I was not expecting.
Congratulation to Charlotte for an excellent 1.5 hour tour.