Edinburgh Private Walking Tour

Explore Scotland’s ancient capital and see a side to the city many visitors miss on this private 2.5-hour Edinburgh walking tour. Follow a private guide through the streets and alleyways to discover UNESCO–listed attractions and hidden gems. Stroll from the Old Town to the Royal Mile and take in key sites of interest such as the Grass market and Victoria Street. Hear tales from Edinburgh’s dim and distant past, and hear how historic events shaped the city we see today.

1. 1

   St Giles' Cathedral

   15 min

   See the outside of the building and hear about the interesting characters from it's past, how they shaped the most read book of all time and how that influenced the witch trials.

2. 2

   Royal Mile

   20 min

   See some of the highlights of Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile on foot with your guide stopping to tell you about the must know facts, funny history and quirky stories. We will also point out the places locals like to eat and drink if you want such info.

3. 3

   Grassmarket

   Pass by

   Pass the end of the Grassmarket while heading up to Victoria Street, where Diagon Alley in Harry Potter is based on.

4. 4

   Advocate's Close

   5 min

   Get some amazing views from Old Town to New Town, find out about the man who revived Scottish culture lost after the Jacobite rebellion and what happened when a chamber pot was emptied from a great height.

5. 5

   Deacon Brodie's Tavern

   5 min

   Find out about the wild life of the man who led a respectable life by day and a less than moral life at night and how he inspired the Curious Case of Dr. Jekkyl and Mr. Hyde.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   15 min

   See this stunning local street, learn about where the locals shop and eat.

• 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
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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