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Castle Hill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG, Scotland
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Overview
This tour is led by Edinburgh Guided Tour — a small team of exceptional Guides, including PHD Historians, a Professor, and a Museum Manager. Each guide handpicked for their intelligence and warmth. Their passion for Edinburgh shines through in every story they tell, from royal scandal to Enlightenment genius, from Harry Potter to historical rogues. We keep our group size small — never more than 12 guests — so every participant enjoys a personal experience. No straining to hear in a crowd of 30! Our guests consistently give us amazing reviews. These are not your average guides. They will Make History Come Alive. • Guided Walking Tour of the Royal Mile and surrounds • See the secret closes and wynds and all of the major sites • Learn of the famous writers, poets, and economists who have made Edinburgh their home • Visit famous landmarks such as St Giles Cathedral, Grassmarket, and Greyfriars’ Kirkyard • Take the opportunity to capture some amazing photographic opportunities
Meeting and Pickup
Your guide will be waiting for you outside the central entrance of the Usher Hall (there are 3 entrances and he will be outside the middle one).
End Point
The ending point is at the Scott Monument in East Princes Street Gardens.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. View this Baroque "Beaux Arts" masterpiece in the Heart of Edinburgh, the Usher Hall. Donated to the people and the City of Edinburgh by Stuart Usher's great great uncle, Andrew Usher.
2. Behold and view (from the outside) the towering, majestic pile of Edinburgh Castle from various vantage points. Learn all about its history (good, bad and downright ugly), the Scottish Wars of Independence, the Stuart dynasty, the Union of the Crowns and much more!
3. Enter and visit this centuries-old area that served as the Medieval Marketplace of the City. Also see George Heriot School (the inspiration behind Hogwarts!).
4. Come and visit this fascinating court where you can see and hear how people lived in the 17th and 18th centuries.
5. See classic examples of Edinburgh's Old Town tenement buildings in James Court. Also see the quirky and charismatic Jolly Judge pub.
6. This museum showcases the best of Scotland's literary heroes, past and present. Guests can visit inside should they wish.
7. See the exterior of the home of the philosopher David Hume, the 'Father of the Scottish Enlightenment' as well as other Scottish notables.
8. Learn about the life of the blackguard, Deacon Brodie, the real-life character behind 'Jekyll and Hyde'.
9. View this magnificent cathedral from the outside and learn about its pivotal history during the middle ages and reformation periods.
10. See the highlights of this busy heart of the Royal Mile which includes the City Chambers, Mercat Cross and other sites of interest.
11. Cross one of the first bridges to connect the Old & New Towns of Edinburgh, leading to Princes Street Gardens.
12. See this towering landmark which delineates the separation of the Old and New Towns (both of which are Unesco world heritage sites).
Inclusion
Small group (maximum 12 participants)
Professional guide
Exclusion
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
Children under 12 are free
Children 12-16 pay 75%
Reviews
4.9
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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