Anulare gratuită
10–12 ore
Activitate Edinburgh, Scotland
din 5
5 recenzii
See the best of Edinburgh Old Town, learn all about its history—and explore totally independently, without worries of crowds—on this private, self-led audio tour. The creator of this amazing experience is Jule, who will be your audio voice and "virtual" companion during the whole experience.
Upon booking, download the app to your smartphone and use when, and as often, as you’d like. You’ll see neighbourhoods and landmarks like The Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, St Giles’ Cathedral, the Grassmarket, the Writers Museum and much more, and will learn behind-the-scenes stories from the audio narration of a Local Expert.
Please note: when booking, you will get an email with instructions on how to download our app and unlock the tour.
Vârste: Adulți (8–90 ani)
10 min
Our tour starts at the Royal Mile, the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. The Royal Mile is actually made up of four different streets: Castlehill and Lawnmarket at the top, the High Street and Canongate at the bottom. You will discover why it is called "the Royal Mile" and all there is to know about it.
Edinburgh City Chambers
5 min
The City Chambers of Edinburgh were built in 1760 and are the meeting place of the City of Edinburgh Council. They are also a popular wedding spot in Edinburgh.
Mercat Cross
5 min
The original Mercat Cross was erected in the 12th century. The Mercat Cross used to be the place for medieval punishments: learn all about its past and why today it is still an emblem of the city.
Oprirea 4
Trecere fără oprire
Learn all about the past history of Scotland, England and their Parliamnets. Why is there still a parliament in Scotland? You will understand everything at this stop.
John Knox Statue
Trecere fără oprire
Learn all about John Knox, his past and his relationship with the city of Edinburgh.
10 min
St Giles Cathedral is named after the patron saint of Edinburgh, Saint Giles (b. 650-d. 710) and it was originally built in the 12th century.
Heart of Midlothian
Trecere fără oprire
Understand what's myth and what's reality about this beautiful cobblestone heart in the middle of the street.
Estatua David Hume
Trecere fără oprire
Understand everything about this influential philosopher who lived during the Scottish Enlightenment. Why is he so important to the city?
Oprirea 9
15 min Intrarea nu este inclusă
This magnificent church is a defining aspect of Edinburgh’s landscape and can be seen from all around. Immerse in its amazing story.
10 min Intrarea nu este inclusă
Edinburgh Castle, perched on top of Castle Rock, is the longest-inhabited place in Edinburgh. Discover the amazing stories behind this incredible settlement!
10 min
Discover the past and amazing stories behind one of the most lively and touristic venues of the city, and probably from Scotland.
Oprirea 12
Trecere fără oprire
Looking across Princes’ Street Gardens, you will be able to see a huge Gothic spire. This is the Sir Walter Scott Monument, the largest monument to an author anywhere in the world. We will explain what is this monument doing here and what is its relevance.
Writers' Museum
5 min Intrarea nu este inclusă
Learn about the three famous Scottish writers that the Scottish Writer’s Museum features. You will discover why Edinburgh was named the first UNESCO World Literature City in 2004 and has been called home by countless successful authors.
Greyfriars Bobby
Trecere fără oprire
Discover the story behind the most famous dog in Scotland!
Toți participanții se întâlnesc la punctul de întâlnire.
All our tours are self-guided. You will be led by the GPS in the app. Remember to check the "Before You Go" Section of your ticket and give Pandemic Tours App access to your location!
This is the end of the tour, you'll be free to wander around the Old Town afterwards!
Your Exploro Tour is Ready!
Thanks for booking your self-guided tour with Exploro, we’re excited to help you discover the city at your own pace!
To avoid issues, OPEN THE TOUR A DAY EARLY and check everything loads correctly
Here’s everything you need to get started:
If you DON’T HAVE the Exploro app yet:
1. Download the Exploro app from our website: https://exploro.app
2. Open the app and sign up for a free account.
3. Follow the onboarding steps. When asked, select the platform where you bought your tour (e.g. Viator, TripAdvisor), choose your tour from the list, and enter your booking reference number to unlock it.
4. If you have any trouble unlocking the tour during onboarding, copy and paste the link below in Chrome or Safari (tap Allow if prompted) then enter your booking reference number to unlock it.
Already HAVE the app installed?
1. Make sure you're signed in to your account in the Exploro app
2. Copy and paste this link in Chrome or Safari to open your tour in the app (if asked click on allow):
https://exploro.app/tours/edinburgh-old-town-self-guided-walking-tour?source=viator
3. Insert your booking reference number.
Helpful tips:
Want to revisit the tour later?
You’ll find it saved under the “Saved” tab in the Exploro app anytime.
It is suggested opening the app a little earlier to familiarize yourself with the interface and to make sure you've given it access to your location. This will ensure you can fully utilize the map function for a seamless experience.
If you have any questions or run into any issues, feel free to contact us at [email protected] or drop a message via WhatsApp at +39 389 644 9134, we're happy to help!
Don't forget to rate the tour when you're done. Thanks!
Enjoy your journey,
The Exploro Team
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Edinburgh Old Town Private Self-Guided Tour
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