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Helen's Highs and Hidden Lows Tour

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 hours
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What You Will Do

My name is Helen. I love my city and I like to show it from a local viewpoint! My favourite places are unusual ones that are off the beaten track and are often missed by many visitors. I aim to show you these combined with the incredible history, culture and sights we have to offer I keep my group sizes small which gives us plenty of time to talk! Sometimes I can even vary the route according to your interests or pick up a drink along the way.. I set up my company because during my travels I have been invited to homes all over the world so now I want to welcome visitors from everywhere to my own home town. My other tours -"Historic Old City Tour" & "Grand Designs & Hidden Gems" are both shorter & cover different areas. I also run individual tours at a time and place to suit you!

What's Included?

  • Tour Guide and lots of interesting information about our beautiful city!

Cancellation Policy

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

Itinerary

Meeting Point

Departure Point: At the top of the Castle Wynd North steps.  The Castle Wynd North steps are up at the top of the Royal Mile nearly at Edinburgh Castle.  Your guide will be wearing a tartan scarf! Directions: Walk up to Edinburgh Castle (At the top of the hill in the city centre).  Just at the start of the Castle Esplanade you will see the "Tartan Weaving Mill" shop on your right and the "Canonball Restaurant" on your left.   The "Castle Wynd North" steps are next to the "Canonball Restaurant".

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Edinburgh Old Town

2 hours

We start up high at the Castle and walk up, down and all around some of the hidden old gems of the city. You'll see historic places, learn fascinating stories about real people who lived in this city, pass under main areas, wind through some narrow streets and pop out unexpectedly from time to time to see some of the most spectacular sights that Edinburgh has to offer. At the end of the tour we will take in one of the higher levels of the city by climbing the short distance to the top of Calton Hill to see incredible views across the city and out to sea. The tour ends here, leaving you to continue to enjoy the views at your own pace. The hill is a five minute walk away from the East end of the city centre..

Additional Information

This activity is operated by Helen's Edinburgh Tours
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The walk is about 3 miles/ 5 km up and down with many steps so comfortable walking shoes are recommended!
  • If you would prefer to walk a shorter distance then my other tour "Historic Old City Tour" maybe more enjoyable! Please see our website for details or contact us directly.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Guide Options

  • Guide - English