Edinburgh's Trainspotting Sites Audio Walking Tour

Have you ever wanted to relive that iconic opening scene where Renton is nearly hit by the car and gives an evil grin to the driver? If you loved trainspotting and it had an impact on your life, as it did mine, this tour was made for you. I could not imagine missing the story of trainspotting while in Edinburgh. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk on our walking tour app.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   5 min

   The tour starts outside the Levi's store, where the iconic opening scene of Trainspotting begins. Do you remember Renton and the crew hauling down the road? This was the spot it started. Then you'll be guided step by step through Edinburgh learning about the movie, scenes, and the history of the city.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   5 min

   The tour ends at the scene where Renton is hit by the car, he stop, looks at the driver and gives that evil, addicted, energetic, crazy smile as his crew runs under the bridge.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   5 min

   You'll walk up Hanover, with the historic buildings behind, walking the same route Spud and Renton ran in the movie, as you hear about how they filmed the movie without permits here.

4. 4

   Edinburgh

   30 min

   You'll walk down Princes street, and other streets, hearing the stories of Trainspotting, how it was filmed, where some scenes downtown were filmed, and how the movie reflected on the drug culture of the time.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   Pass by

   The tour stops outside of Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Brasserie and Bar, a scene you might remember from T2. And you'll hear about why it was chosen, and the movie.

• 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
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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