Old Edinburgh Private Walking Tour

5.0 (11 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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Old Edinburgh Walking Tour even takes place in the Snow! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Tweeddale Court, High Street, Royal Mile — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Edinburgh's Old Town has a long and eventful past. Explore the area within the Old City Walls. Hear stories of our city's character, some real and some fictional. Walk Through the Closes and discover many hidden gems with a sprinkle of Harry Potter and Outlander too.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Edinburgh Tour Guides

What is included

Included

Included: Guided Walking Tour

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

John Knox House Museum

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Viewed from the outside
Tweeddale Court

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History and Outlander
Stop 3

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How did it get it's name?
Edinburgh City Chambers

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What lies beneath the city chambers?
St Giles' Cathedral

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Viewed from the outside
Mercat Cross

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Hear about what went on here
Stop 7

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Part of the Royal Mile
Gladstone's Land

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Starting point and one of Edinburgh's oldest buildings.
Writers' Museum

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Lady Stair's House
Riddle's Court

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A Royal Mile Hidden Gem
Greyfriars Kirk

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Hear about the history of the Kirk, the Burial Ground, the Dog and Harry Potter.
Victoria Street

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Beautiful colourful street in Edinburgh's Old Town
Grassmarket

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Once the site of markets, executions and is still at the heart of the Old Town

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet your guide OUTSIDE John Knox House (Old White building)

End point

The tour ends in the Grassmarket area of Edinburgh's Old Town. There are lots of option for refreshments, meals and shopping here. It is within a short walking distance of Edinburgh Castle.