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Private Leith Photography & History Tour, Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh, GB
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Private Leith Photography & History Tour, Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh, GB
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Discover the hidden gems of Leith in Edinburgh on a private walking tour that will take you off the beaten track. Learn about the fascinating history and culture of this historic area as you visit iconic landmarks, historic churches, and graveyards. Hear stories about the Royal Kings and Queens who landed in Leith, the famous Leith author, and the Rock n' Roll star who outsold Elvis. Get insider travel photography tips from your knowledgeable guide and capture stunning shots of the architectural wonders along the way. Enjoy a complimentary coffee/tea break and cake in a local cafe to refuel before continuing your adventure. Whether you're a cruise ship passenger looking for a short excursion or a curious traveler seeking a unique experience, this private walking tour is perfect for immersing yourself in the rich history and hidden treasures of Leith.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-6 Participants
  • Small Group Tour, Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Learn about the Royal Kings & Queens who landed here
  • Visit historic churches & graveyards
  • Learn about one of the first Inuit's to visit Scotland
  • Explore Leith's very own Rock n' Roll star who outsold Elvis
  • Discover the Zeppelin bombing raids of WW1
  • FREE 100 page Edinburgh City Guide PDF, written by David Wheater of Adventures in Scotland
  • My Guide to Spending a Day in Edinburgh and my recommendations for Cafe's, Restaurants & Pubs.
  • My iPhone Photography Guide, explaining how to use your iPhone camera to take better iPhone photos.

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Introduction

Experience the captivating history and hidden gems of Leith in Edinburgh with a private walking tour. This tour takes you on a journey through time, exploring the stories of the Royal Kings & Queens who landed here, historic churches & graveyards, and fascinating figures who shaped Leith's history. Led by David, an experienced traveler and expert guide, this tour promises to be an immersive and enriching experience.

What to expect?

During this walking tour, you can expect to delve into the rich history of Leith, discovering intriguing tales and lesser-known facts. Explore the footsteps of one of the first Inuit's to visit Scotland, learn about the Leith author who became bigger than Shakespeare, and uncover the secrets of Leith's very own Rock n' Roll star who outsold Elvis. Dive into the history of the aeroplane shop that sold early bi-planes and discover the impact of the Zeppelin bombing raids of WW1. You'll also explore the Leith Links golf club, where the first known rules of golf were created.

Who is this for?

This private walking tour is perfect for cruise ship passengers looking for a short excursion close to Leith docks. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a curious traveler, or simply someone who wants to immerse themselves in the local culture, this tour is for you. David ensures that the tour is inclusive, catering to all kinds of cameras, including smartphones, and providing travel photography tips along the way. Everyone, regardless of their knowledge or experience, can enjoy and appreciate the fascinating stories and hidden gems of Leith.

Why book this?

By booking this private walking tour, you'll have the opportunity to uncover the lesser-known history and secrets of Leith. David's expertise and passion for travel, combined with his in-depth knowledge of the area, make for an engaging and captivating experience. You'll not only learn about the history and stories of Leith but also receive David's personal recommendations for cafes, restaurants, and pubs in Edinburgh. Additionally, you'll receive his iPhone Photography Guide, providing valuable tips on how to capture stunning photos using your smartphone camera. This tour offers a unique and personalized experience that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for this historic area.

Good to know

As you explore Leith with David, be prepared to venture off the beaten track and discover hidden gems. Throughout the tour, there will be a complimentary coffee/tea break in one of the excellent local cafes, allowing you to relax and soak in the atmosphere. The tour also includes David's guide to spending a day in Edinburgh, ensuring you have a well-rounded experience. Whether you're a photography enthusiast or a history lover, this tour caters to all interests and provides a memorable and informative experience.

Reviews

Previous participants of this tour have raved about the wealth of knowledge and engaging storytelling provided by David. They appreciated the opportunity to explore the lesser-known aspects of Leith's history and were impressed by David's ability to bring the past to life. Many praised the personalized recommendations for cafes, restaurants, and pubs in Edinburgh, as well as the iPhone Photography Guide, which enhanced their overall experience. Travelers were delighted to discover the hidden gems of Leith and left with a newfound appreciation for the area's rich history and culture.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Leith Links

David will tell you about all the highlights & history of Leith Links - the home of golf. We'll take pictures, while David gives you lots of tips & tricks to improve your photos.

The King's Wark

Discover the Royals who landed here, including Mary, Queen of Scots and Queen Victoria. David will explain about the historical significance of the this lovely shoreside pub and help you to take great photos of this striking building and the Shore.

North Leith Parish Church

Explore this beautiful, historic churchyard and its lovely secret garden. A wonderfully atmospheric church, which we'll take a stroll through, while David points out some of his favourite features and photographic spots.

Trinity House Maritime Museum

Learn about this historic maritime house and Leith's long history and association with the sea. Leith was an important maritime port for centuries, and its history & people are inextricably shaped by their connection with trade & commerce. David will explain the importance of Maritime House to Leith, and help you take striking architectural shots, with lots of helpful tips along the way.

Queen Victoria Statue

Learn all about Queen Victoria's historic visit to Leith in 1842. This magnificent bronze memorial statue, situated at the 'Fit o' The Walk', is dedicated to Leithers who fought in the Boer War. David will cover the history of her visit and help you to take stunning close-up photographs of this well know Leith landmark.

Robert Burns Statue

Learn about Scotland's best loved poet, Robert Burns, and his associations with Leith. We'll spend time at the statue, while David tells you about some of his greatest works and we'll learn about the 'Rule of Thirds', a compositional rule that will help you get better photos of objects and people.

Malmaison Edinburgh

Formerly The Sailor's Home, founded 1853 and now the Malmaison Hotel, Leith. Learn about this pioneering innovation in social care for sailors. David will explain how important the Sailor's Home was to sailor's from all around the world. We'll photograph the beautiful exterior and the 'Coat of Arms of Leith' on the exterior.

North Leith Parish Church

Photograph & admire the Manse & Dutch Style bell tower of the former St Ninian's Chapel and North Leith Parish Church. David will tell you about its conversion into a granary & mill and subsequent office & residential use. The oldest building in Leith and a wee gem. A very photogenic spot that David will help you to capture great photos of, with lots of tips for taking photos of buildings and great architecture.

Lambs House

Andro Lamb's House is a beautiful example of an early 17th century Scot's Merchant's House, where Mary, Queen of Scots is said to have visited briefly on her arrival to Leith in 1561. It's one of the finest 17th century merchant houses in Scotland, and David will tell you all about it's history and development into a family home, along with capturing some great architectural shots of this striking building.

North Leith Burial Ground.

A beautiful, atmospheric graveyard dating back to 1664, that's a real hidden gem and easily missed. David will take you for a stroll through this magnificent medieval graveyard, pointing out all his favourite features, and give you instruction on how to use light & shadow to take some stunning photos.

Custom House Leith

Built in 1812, a beautiful, classical building by Robert Reid and remodelled by William Burn. David will explain its history as a place for collecting duty on goods passing through the port, and help you photograph this beautiful Greek, Doric Revival style building that's one of most impressive buildings in Leith.

The Signal Tower

Built in 1685, one of the oldest buildings in Leith, and used for signalling to ships coming into the harbour. David will help you capture stunning photos of this lovely tower, and give you some valuable travel photography tips, which you can use during the rest of your holiday, and in the future.

Teuchters Landing

A look at one of Leith's most loved, dockside pubs & beer gardens. One of Leith's most popular pubs, we'll pop our heads inside and admire the views of the dock from the dockside pontoon.

Old Town Hall, Leith

A magnificent classical building that's wonderful to photograph. Learn about Leith's struggle for autonomy and independence from Edinburgh and how it was lost in 1920, despite the majority of Leither's voting against amalgamation with Edinburgh. David will tell you about Leither's proud fight to remain a separate burgh from Edinburgh, and how they still maintain their own distinct identity and heritage from the rest of Edinburgh.

Leith Assembly Rooms

The Leith Assembly Rooms opened in 1783, fast becoming the lively social centre of Leith. Next door is the magnificent Exchange buildings, which served as the commercial centre for the Port of Leith. David will show you some of his favourite features of these wonderful buildings and give you some of his best tips for photographing historical details.

Scottish Merchant Navy Memorial

Opened in 2010 by Princess Anne to commemorate civilians lost in the Second World War. David will show you the beautiful intricate details of this superb memorial, and show you how to select the best possible backgrounds for photos, to make your subjects pop and stand out.

Sandy Irvine Robertson Statue/Bench

Dedicated to Sandy Irvine Robertson OBE (1942-1999) who was a much loved local wine merchant, charity promoter and founder of the Scottish Business Achievements Awards Trust. Now an iconic landmark of the Shore area, David will show you how to use 'Portrait mode' on your iPhone, or Smartphone, to get the best possible photos & portraits of the people you love. David will also take some photos of you as a keepsake and memory of your visit to Leith.

Fingal

Enjoy a view of the magnificent 'Fingal' art deco ship berthed at Leith docks, and take a quick peek aboard. David will explain a little of the history of Leith Docks and we'll photograph this magnificent ship, with lots of hints & tips on controlling your exposure and depth of field to make your photos stand out.

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