Edinburgh Castle and Old Town Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

This is a private tour tailored to your interests and pace. Starting at the bottom of Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile you will spend the day strolling along the ancient highways of the medieval city. The itinerary if flexible and you can discuss with your guide any changes you would like. Have a lunch in a local Scottish pub, maybe try Haggis for the first time. This tour is ideal if you have limited time and want to get to know Edinburgh. From the Palace of Holyroodhouse to Edinburgh Castle you will discover hidden gems, hear fascinating stories from the towns past and get to know some of the characters that shaped the city. Please prebook your Edinburgh Castle tickets for the 14:00-14:30 time slot.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Abbey Strand, Scotland, EH8 8DU, United Kingdom

Your guide will meet you outside the Abbey Strand Apartments in Abbey Strand. Your guide will have a name badge and in a kilt or grey baseball cap.

End Point

End point

There is the option to have a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle with your guide. Please book you Castle tickets on-line to avoid queues.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Palace of Holyroodhouse
Viewed from the outside hear some of the fascinating stories from Scotlands past.
2. The Scottish Parliament
Viewed from the outside hear the history of the site.
3. White Horse Close
Discover a hidden gem in the heart of the Canongate.
Duration: 5 mins
4. Dunbars Close Garden
Secret Garden in the heart of the Old Town
Duration: 10 mins
5. Canongate Kirk
An interesting building with a connections to Scottish royalty and a few more surprises
Duration: 10 mins
6. Bakehouse Close
Surprising survivor of Edinburgh's long and turbulent past. Used as a film location and is home to Edinburgh World Heritage Office.
Duration: 10 mins
7. The Museum of Edinburgh
Viewed from the outside with the option to visit
8. John Knox House Museum
Viewed from the outside this is a building who's routes go back to the 1490's with links to Mary Queen of Scots and John Knox.
9. Tron Kirk
Now a Artisan Market this church holds some interesting secrets.
10. Mercat Cross
The Mercat (Market) Cross has played an important part in Edinburgh's History for centuries. Find out why the Unicorn is up there.
11. St Giles' Cathedral
The most prominent church in Edinburgh it has a history stretching over the centuries. This can be visited (£5 Donation). The guide can give you a tour of the inside.
Duration: 15 mins
12. Gladstone's Land
Part of Edinburgh's history for 500 years.
13. Writers' Museum
Lady Stair's House dates to 1622 and is now the Writers' Museum
14. Edinburgh Castle
Hear about the history of Edinburgh Castle and discover how long the Castle Rock has been inhabited. The guide will give a guided tour or leave you to explore (1-2 hours) PLEASE BOOK YOUR TICKETS 12:00 -12:30 TIME SLOT
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Professional guide

Exclusion

Lunch

Gratuities

Edinburgh Castle Admission

Place of Holyroodhouse Admission

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Supplied by Edinburgh Tour Guides

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