Edinburgh Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h30 and 24 reviews

3 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

GPS Audioguide application: From Old Town to New Town. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Full tour: The famous Royal Mile, from Castle to Holyrood Palace. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, awaits you with its 24 iconic sights to explore on foot. From Edinburgh Castle to Holyroodhouse Palace, every corner tells the fascinating story of this city. Stroll the Royal Mile, discover hidden gardens like Dunbar’s Close, and take in the views from Calton Hill. This 3h30 tour will introduce you to Edinburgh’s unique architecture and street legends, perfect for history and culture lovers. An experience that combines heritage, mystery and vibrant urban life.

Explore 24 must-see sights in Edinburgh in 1 day
Enjoy a walking tour of about 3h30
Discover local history and legends with audio guides
Ideal for history and culture enthusiasts

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Ryo - Visites Audioguidées

What is included

Included

Included: Recommendations for the best photo opportunities
Included: Immediate access to the audioguided circuit, no tickets or materials to collect
Included: Offline mode (no data consumption during the visit)
Included: 24 immersive audio comments along the way (History...)
Included: 3 languages available: French, English, Spanish
Included: Text transcripts of all audio content
Included: No deadlines or expirations
Included: Admire the hidden gems that lie off the beaten track
Included: Interactive navigation with 3D map to discover the most beautiful streets,...

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees to paid establishments along the route...
Not included: Headphones or headphones (optional)

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

The Palace of Holyroodhouse is part of both the historic and architectural heritage of the Scottish capital. It marks the boundary of the old quarter, here called Old Town.
Royal Scottish Academy

Passing by

Built by the same architect as the building next door, the Royal Scottish Academy presents contemporary art that will delight the most passionate of you!
Scott Monument

Passing by

A true tribute to the Scottish writer Sir Walter Scott, one of the most famous in his country, this monument which has darkened over time is a true symbol for Edinburghers.
Stop 4

Passing by

Built between 1894 and 1896, this bridge is named after one of the most famous works of Walter Scott, one of Scotland’s best known authors.
Cockburn Street

Passing by

This typical street in Scotland is certainly one of the most picturesque!
The Royal Mile Tavern

Passing by

Here you are in Edinburgh’s main street, which connects two of the city’s most iconic landmarks: Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Palace of Holidayhouse.
Canongate Kirk

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Here you are in front of the official church of the Palace of Holyrood, where members of the royal family came and still come regularly when they reside in the palace.
Dunbars Close Garden

Passing by

In addition to unveiling great monuments steeped in history on all corners, Edinburgh is known for having dozens of inner courtyards hidden in the heart of homes
Stop 9

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As you have noticed, this is a far cry from the typical Scottish buildings that characterize the architecture of the city!
Stop 10

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Here you are in front of one of Edinburgh’s most imposing buildings, which is none other than the seat of the Scottish Government, perched on Calton Hill.
Calton Hill

Passing by

You have in front of you the most beautiful panorama of the city of Edinburgh, so beautiful that the hill from which you can see it is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site!
Stop 12

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This small square at the foot of Calton Hill reveals two beautiful churches, St Paul’s and St George’s Church on your right and St Mary’s Cathedral on your left.
Stop 13

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As you may have already understood, the Scottish capital is divided into two parts: its historic centre, the oldest dating from the 12th century, and the New Town, a new town built in several stages between 1767 and 1850.
Stop 14

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You are in George Street, one of the main shopping streets of the capital. It was built by architect James Craig in the 18th century, along with the whole of Edinburgh’s new city.
Charlotte Square

Passing by

This square is certainly one of Edinburgh’s most iconic as it is located at the end of one of the city’s most shopping streets, George Street.
Stop 16

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Before you stand two of Edinburgh’s most famous houses. At number 6, the house called Bute House, which reveals beautiful columns and an elegant facade, is the official residence of the Scottish First Minister.
Princes Street and Gardens

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You’re in Edinburgh’s main street, a shopping street that marks the boundary between the new city and the old centre.
Stop 18

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It’s impossible to miss, this bright blue fountain is one of the iconic landmarks of Princes Street Gardens and offers one of the most beautiful views of Edinburgh Castle!
Grassmarket

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Here you are in one of Edinburgh’s busiest and busiest squares!
Stop 20

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Here you are in front of the majestic Saint-Gilles Cathedral! Finally, cathedral, not really, since officially it no longer has cathedral status, but everyone still calls it that.
Milne’s Court

Passing by

On this street leading straight to Edinburgh Castle, you may have noticed on your right several openings between houses that seem to lead to the heart of the houses, named James Court or Lady Stair Close.
Edinburgh Castle

Passing by

Edinburgh Castle is certainly the most famous landmark in Scotland and is a true symbol of the city.
Edinburgh Castle

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If Edinburgh has a particularity compared to other cities in the world, it is because it is one of the most mysterious cities, where stories of ghosts, haunted houses and unexplainable disappearances are so numerous that they are not counted anymore!
Stop 24

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On your left is the Scottish National Gallery, the National Art Museum that has housed some of the world’s greatest masterpieces since its creation in 1859.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend an ideal Check-out Point.

End point

We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend an ideal Check-out Point.

Using your ticket

Activation of your audio guide circuit:

1. Download the JUN mobile app from your App Store or directly via this link: jun.co/app

2. Open the application and enter your code to unlock the circuit: EDIM1536

We build our circuits in a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend an ideal Check-out point: Grassmarket Square