Guided Walking Tour of Edinburgh Old Town

Edinburgh, GB

Highlights

  • Explore famous landmarks of Edinburgh Old Town
  • Gain unique insight into the city's history
  • Experience the darker side of Edinburgh's history
  • Walk along the inspiration for Diagon Alley
  • Visit the iconic Royal Mile and St Giles' Cathedral

Meeting Point

We will meet on the front steps of the National Museum of Scotland. I will be holding a bright pink umbrella so I am visible.

Meeting point

Edinburgh EH1 1JS , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

We will end our tour on the Royal Mile by St Giles Cathedral. Not too far from where we started.

Meeting point

High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RE , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

National Museum of Scotland

We will meet at the Museum and begin our walking tour from here.

2

Greyfriars

We will take a tour of the kirkyard talking about some of the famous inhabitants

Duration 20 minutes
3

Grassmarket

We will pass through the famous Grassmarket where hangings regularly took place along with farmers markets.

Duration 5 minutes
4

St James Quarter

We will walk along Victoria street - the inspiration for Diagon Alley from the famous Harry Potter series.

Duration 5 minutes
5

Edinburgh Castle Esplanade

A stop at the historic Edinburgh Castle, home to many of the defining battles of our country, now a symbol of Edinburgh. *We will not enter the castle on this tour*

Duration 5 minutes
6

Royal Mile

The famous Royal Mile - here many of the tales of old Edinburgh will be told

Duration 20 minutes
7

St Giles' Cathedral

The final stop on the tour.

Duration 5 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Additional information
    Service animals allowed
  • Additional information
    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Provided by Alex Thomson

What our experts say

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    Try to visit the National Museum after.
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    Check out Grassmarket's food stalls.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Bring a camera for stunning views.
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    Look for the pink umbrella at meeting point.

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