Edinburgh Old Town

A comprehensive tour of the medieval old city and Edinburgh’s dark history, learn about the effect of the Black Death, great fire and city developments that lead the world.

1 hour

Royal Mile

The Royal Mile that runs for a Scottish mile (around 1.1 statute miles / 1.8 kilometres) through the heart of the old town from the Castle to the Palace.

1 hour

New Town

A large scale development built in Georgian times in part to relieve the hugely over-populated city and in part to provide an enlightened new city.

30 minutes

Palace of Holyroodhouse

The official residence of the British Monarchy in Scotland. The impressive entrance courtyard and Palace dominate the scene including the Queens Gallery next door.

15 minutes

The Scottish Parliament (Pass By)

The modernist Scottish Parliament is home to the devolved national government. Immediately adjacent the Palace, the architectural juxtaposition is stark!

Arthur's Seat

The extinct volcano that can be seen from all corners of the city. If open, we will drive round Queens Drive which offers fantastic views beyond Edinburgh.

15 minutes

Duddingston Kirk

Once a separate village behind Arthur’s seat, Duddingston Village and the Sheep Heid Inn have an interesting history. Learn about the ‘Sheepie’s’ famous clientele.

20 minutes

Calton Hill

From the top of Calton Hill see the world-famous view over Princes Street and Castle. Calton Hill boasts some quirky and interesting architecture including the unfinished National Monument of Scotland.

20 minutes

Leith

Technically a separate town, the extensive docks around Leith and Shore are intertwined with cobbled lanes, tramways and bond buildings.

30 minutes

Royal Yacht Britannia

Leith is home to The Royal Yacht Britannia, a floating museum to the monarchy. Depending on your preferences, we can take a tour onboard.

1 hour 30 minutes

South Queensferry

Venturing out of the city we arrive at South Queensferry, a quaint town on the banks of the River. Marvel at the Victorian Forth Rail Bridge and the recent Queensferry Crossing road bridge.

30 minutes

Grassmarket

Explore the sinister past as the hanging place for Edinburgh’s criminals. There are many famous stories about executions that your guide will recite.

20 minutes

Edinburgh Castle

The old city is dominated by Castle hill. Venturing inside the castle, we learn why it is so important in Edinburgh’s, Scotland’s and Britain’s history. Explore the Royal Chambers, Great Hall and St Margaret's Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh. A tour of the castle can be included in the tour as per your preferences.

1 hour 30 minutes

Dean Village

We venture to this sleepy hidden neighbourhood underneath Dean Bridge. Take in the surroundings and cross the bridge over the Water of Leith

20 minutes