Edinburgh Old Town Walking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Royal Mile's historic sites
- Discover tales of Edinburgh's past
- Visit iconic landmarks like St Giles' Cathedral
- Learn about Edinburgh's medieval architecture
- Experience the charm of Victoria Street
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town
- Visit to historic landmarks along the Royal Mile
- Insightful commentary on Edinburgh's rich history
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
The walking tour will take you up and down the network of cobbled streets and back alleys that make up the historic heart of the Old Town of Edinburgh. The tour runs for around two hours and you can expect to see sights such as St Giles Cathedral, the Mercat Cross, the George Heriot School and Edinburgh Castle (from the outside). Every guide who works with us is strongly encouraged to develop their own tour route to help ensure that they are passionate about the stories and history that they deliver on their tour. We believe this tour will give you a good understanding of Edinburgh and is a great basis for the other tours that we offer.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
- Photography is permitted; feel free to capture the sights.
- Children under 5 can join for free; please inform in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for cobblestone streets.
- Dress in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- These tours run all the year round so please wear clothing that is appropriate for the Scottish climate and come in footwear that you are comfortable in for a two hour walking tour on the historic streets of Edinburgh.
- Please Note - Children, aged 15 and under, will not be able to join the tour unless accompanied by a responsible adult
Traveler reviews
Sonia was a great guide 🫶🏻
Sonia was a great guide she was like a actress really enjoyed it
Old town walking tour & tales in Edinburgh
Interesting stories about the history of Edinburgh presented by Roisin! Very friendly and knowledgeable Scottish guide!
Great way to learn about the old town.
The tour was excellent. Raj was our tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of information and also showed us his favorite place.
Informative, Entertaining & Honest
This was an excellent tour led by Max of Little Fish Tours. He did an excellent job telling us about the history of Old Town Edinburgh, keeping us entertained while also being honest and vulnerable about the pro’s and con’s of the stories he told us - keeping it real! Thanks, Max for an educational experience along with a good sense of humor!
Big Ben was great for Edinburgh
Ben was great for an Englishman. Just kidding, he was unequivocally a terrific host, knowledgeable and relatable. He added enough humor to make two hours of Scottish history go by in a flash. Ben also was generous with his tips and tricks to make the rest of our visit the best it can be.